WINNER IN THE 2024 WORD AWARDS (CATEGORY: MYSTERY)Obey the police and stay safe, or follow her heart and help unmask a killer?Landon Smith solved the last murder by accident—and nearly became the next victim. When a shocking death strikes her close-knit circle, can this amateur sleuth discover who wanted the town busybody dead?The dead woman knew too much about too many people. Was she silenced to protect a secret? Or because of one she wouldn’t tell? And how can a dyslexic trauma survivor find clues the professionals miss?Landon can’t afford to be sidetracked by a vindictive guest at the inn or by unexpected family drama. Or by falling for the geeky writer next door—now that he’s over her. With a storm closing in and no leads in sight, Landon’s first Christmas at the Green Dory Inn is shaping up to be anything but merry and bright.Mystery/suspense meets Christian women’s fiction with a chance of Christmas romance in Deadly Burden, book four in the Green Dory Inn Mystery series. If you like characters who don't quit, faith-filled fiction, and small-town mysteries, then you’ll love Janet Sketchley’s engaging novel. Buy Deadly Burden and check in to the Green Dory Inn today!Discussion questions included. Scroll down for series info.~ ~ ~ ~ ~Welcome to the Green Dory Inn, a fictional bed & breakfast set outside the real town of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia.Meet Landon, a young Christian woman with a traumatic past. And Anna, recently widowed, who owns the inn.Meet Roy, their wisecracking elderly neighbour, and his adult grandson Bobby, who writes space novels.And meet the cats, fastidious Timkin and the battle-scarred marmalade stray.Come for the clean, faith-based mysteries.Stay for the characters.TITLES IN THE GREEN DORY INN MYSTERY SERIES:Unknown Enemy (novella length) Who is the secretive prowler harassing the innkeeper?Hidden Secrets (novel length) Past secrets. Present threats. And a woman committed to uncover the truth.Bitter Truth (novel length) Attempted murder. A hostile rescuer. And an amateur sleuth’s vow to catch the attacker before he strikes again.Deadly Burden (novel length) Obey the police and stay safe, or follow her heart and help unmask a killer?And more TBA...If you like clean Christian mystery and suspense, visit the Green Dory Inn today!

Finding Her Way Home After fifteen years away, Dr. Caroline Duer is nervous about returning to her hometown. The veterinarian might be able to save stranded sea turtles, but she can't convince her dad of her good intentions. And when Caroline meets darling Izzie Clark, she encounters similar suspicion from the young girl's father. Former coast guard commander Weston Clark had his life upended by Izzie's mother. He won't go through the same pain again. But Izzie isn't the only one tumbling head over heels for the enigmatic Caroline. And if she can release the pain of the past, she just might be the missing piece Weston and his daughter have been searching for.

A Readers' Favorite Silver Award WinnerWhen an unexpected call reignites the past, a mysterious estate plan sends two wandering hearts down a second chance it’ll take every ounce of faith to face.Returning to the small town Ellie Barrett lost her heart to has her stomach in knots. What was Aunt Bev thinking, naming her as the executor of her estate? At the very least, she could’ve left Ellie instructions on how to stop the bank from seizing her home. But when a crazy chase for answers gets tangled up in memories shared with the boy she’s still in love with, there’s no way to dig herself out of the mess Aunt Bev left her without confronting the one she’s still trying to outrun.When Cole Patterson gets roped into a project working alongside the one girl who can make him question everything, the threat of loss traps him between a promise pulling him away and the roots begging him to stay. It takes all he has to honor his grandpa. But if fighting to keep Ms. Bev’s house doesn’t break his resolve first, fighting for the woman he still wants to share it with could leave nothing left.When every failed effort backs them against the clock, and attacks in town threaten to derail their plans, Cole and Ellie must count the cost of fighting to protect a woman's legacy while facing the risk of losing their own.For fans of Mandi Blake and Kimberly Rae Jordan, let the Love in Willow Creek series be the next small-town Christian romance you can’t put down.Buy The Tire Swing, Book 1 in the Love in Willow Creek series, today and be swept into an award-winning small-town romance rooted in love, healing, and the hope of coming home.Categories/Themes:Christian RomanceSweet Small Town RomanceSecond Chance Romance Books

An undercover mission turns into life and death for two FBI agents in this inspirational romantic suspense novel by a New York Times–bestselling author.Hot on the trail of a ruthless drug cartel, FBI agent Randy Ingalls is nearly killed in an ambush—and left with amnesia. Now FBI agent Katherine Lewis must protect her undercover partner from the ruthless drug cartel pursuing them across the rugged Colorado mountains. Can she decipher the clues in his lost memory, or will she lose the case—and her partner—for good?From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

The crash was intentional…But he can't remember why.With no memory of the crash that landed him in a hospital, Ian Delaney is determined to uncover who sabotaged his helicopter—without the protection of his family-appointed bodyguard. But Simone Walker's used to stubborn clients and won't let Ian leave her sight. To catch an unknown traitor, they must rely on each other…or the next attack could prove lethal.From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

, .In the heart of 1858 Missouri, Rachel's world is a whirlwind of uncertainty. But amidst the darkness of her circumstances, she clings to the promise of joy that God whispers to her soul.Facing the grim reality of being sold off into marriage as she ages out of the orphanage, Rachel refuses to accept her fate. With determination blazing in her heart, she hatches a daring plan with her beloved brother to escape the cruel grip of destiny.Enter Melvin, a widower burdened with raising two young children alone. Desperate for help, he sees a glimmer of hope in Rachel—a chance for a new beginning through a marriage of convenience.As God intertwines their lives, the five of them embark on a journey that transcends the bounds of blood, forming an unlikely family bound by love, resilience, and unwavering faith. Through trials and triumphs, they forge a home where hope blooms even in the harshest of circumstances.But just when they think they've found their slice of heaven on Earth, tragedy strikes, threatening to shatter their newfound happiness. Yet, guided by the light of God's love and surrounded by a steadfast community, they rise from the ashes stronger than ever before.Rachel's adventure unfolds against the backdrop of a tumultuous era, where every twist and turn brings her closer to her heart’s desire. Yet, in her quest for love, purpose, and security, she discovers that God's plans far surpass her wildest dreams.Join Rachel on her breathtaking journey through the untamed landscapes of the past, where love, faith, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow illuminate even the darkest of nights.In this powerful Christian historical fiction, award-winning author Heidi Gray McGill weaves an enthralling tale of resilience, redemption, and the enduring power of God's grace.For Misty M. Beller, Lacy Williams, and Linda Ford fans, this standalone novel in the Discerning God’s Best series will capture your heart and leave you breathless. You’ll love this book if you enjoy gripping historical drama and compelling characters. Binge-read the entire series on Kindle Unlimited.• Full-length Christian historical fiction• A standalone novel in the Discerning God’s Best series• Includes discussion questions for book clubs• Timeline: 1858 – 1857• For fans of Misty M. Beller, Lacy Williams, and Linda FordBook One: Desire of My HeartBook Two: With All My HeartCompanion Christmas Novella: Stitched on My HeartBook Three: Matters of the HeartBook Four: Healing of the HeartBook Five: Written on My HeartPrequel: Deep in My Heart – available for free with newsletter signup. Search Heidi Gray McGill to locate her website.