NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERMariah Stewart returns to her beloved Chesapeake Diaries with this charming novel of small-town romance - perfect for fans of Barbara Freethy, Robyn Carr, and Susan Mallery.After taking stock of her life, Sophie Enright has decided it's time for a break. Between a law career that's become criminally dull and a two-timing boyfriend she's done with once and for all, Sophie desperately needs some time to think and some space to breathe. The perfect place to do both is easygoing St. Dennis, Maryland, where Sophie can visit with her brother while she figures out her options. Once in St. Dennis, she discovers a shuttered restaurant and makes a bold move that is also a leap of faith. Sophie buys the fixer-upper in order to finally pursue her dream career. But Sophie's labor of love becomes a bone of contention for her new neighbor Jason Bowers. The local landscaper has big plans for growing his business - until Sophie scoops up the property he's got his eye on. And no amount of buyout offers or badgering from him will get her to budge. It's hardly the start of a beautiful friendship. But when they're paired up to work on a community project, they agree to put their differences aside, and sparks begin to fly. Then Sophie's cheating ex suddenly shows up, looking for a second chance - and threatening to make Jason a third wheel just when his hotheaded feelings about Sophie were turning decidedly warmhearted. All Sophie wants is a new life and a true love. But what are the odds of having both?Praise for At the River's Edge"Everything you love about small-town romance in one book . . . At the River's Edge is a beautiful, heartwarming story. Don't miss this one." - Barbara Freethy "Another signature and heartwarming familial story . . . If a book is by Mariah Stewart, it has a subliminal message of 'wonderful' stamped on each page!" - Reader to Reader Reviews
Ballantine Books
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9780345538420
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Paperback
Me Before You
By Moyes, Jojo
#1 New York Times bestseller, and major motion picture. Read the sequel After You and Jojo's new book, Paris for One. They had nothing in common until love gave them everything to lose . . . Louisa Clark is an ordinary girl living an exceedingly ordinary life - steady boyfriend, close family - who has barely been farther afield than their tiny village. She takes a badly needed job working for ex-Master of the Universe Will Traynor, who is wheelchair bound after an accident. Will has always lived a huge life - big deals, extreme sports, worldwide travel - and now he's pretty sure he cannot live the way he is. Will is acerbic, moody, bossy - but Lou refuses to treat him with kid gloves, and soon his happiness means more to her than she expected. When she learns that Will has shocking plans of his own, she sets out to show him that life is still worth living. A Love Story for this generation and perfect for fans of John Green's The Fault in Our Stars, Me Before You brings to life two people who couldn't have less in common - a heartbreakingly romantic novel that asks, What do you do when making the person you love happy also means breaking your own heart?
Penguin Books
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9780143109464
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Print book
The Cul-de-sac War
By Ferguson, Melissa
All&;s fair in love and prank wars. Bree Leake doesn&;t want to be tied down. She&;s had more jobs than she can count, and she plans to move as soon as the curtains fall on her less-than-minor stage role at The Barter &; the oldest live performance theater in the US. But just when it&;s time to move on again, Bree&;s parents make her an offer: hold steady for a full year, and they will give her the one thing she&;s always wanted &; her grandmother&;s house. Her dreams are coming true . . . until life at the theater throws her some curve balls.
Center Point Pub; Large Print edition
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9781643588049
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Library Binding
The Sinner
By Ward, J.r.
Syn has kept his side hustle as a mercenary a secret from the Black Dagger Brotherhood. When he takes another hit job, he not only crosses the path of the vampire races new enemy, but also that of a half-breed in danger of dying during her transition. Jo Early has no idea what her true nature is, and when a mysterious man appears out of the darkness, she is torn between their erotic connection and the sense that something is very wrong.
Fate anointed Butch ONeal as the Dhestroyer, the fulfiller of the prophecy that foresees the end of the Omega. As the war with the Lessening Society comes to a head, Butch gets an unexpected ally in Syn. But can he trust the maleor is the warrior with the bad past a deadly complication
With time running out, Jo gets swept up in the fighting and must join with Syn and the Brotherhood against true evil. In the end, will love true prevail...or was the prophecy wrong all along
Gallery Books
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9781501195099
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Hardcover
Closer Than She Knows
By Irvin, Kelly
Teagan O&;Rourke has always loved murder mysteries. In her job as a court reporter, she has written official records for dozens of real-life murders. She&;s slapped evidence stickers on crime scene photos. She&;s listened to hours of chilling testimony. But she&;s never known the smell of death. And she never thought she might be a victim. . . Until now.
Publisher: n/a
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9781643587349
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Suddenly in Love
By London, Julia
Mia Lassiter is thrilled to finally put her artistic skills to use working for her aunt's interior design shop in her hometown of East Beach. While renovating an old mansion overlooking stunning Lake Haven, she encounters a scruffy but attractive man named Brennan - the owner's son. She doesn't realize this sexy recluse is actually Everett Alden, the world-famous rock star in hiding who's nursing his own artistic and personal crises.As their personalities clash, tension simmers between the struggling artist and jaded musician, and their time spent alone together in the gorgeous old house only serves to turn up the heat. Soon, Mia and Brennan's creative passions boil over to inspire passions of another kind ... But reality comes crashing in when Mia's celeb-obsessed cousin discovers Brennan's true identity - and reveals it to the world. As paparazzi swarm the mansion, Brennan is thrust back into his rock star lifestyle. Will Mia lose her soul mate just when she's finally found him? Can their love survive the glaring spotlight?
Montlake Romance
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9781503953284
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Print book
Meet Me at Beachcomber Bay
By Mansell, Jill
International bestseller Jill Mansell weaves a heartwarming tale of love, family and friendship in her latest novel1. A brief encounter that could have become so much more...if only everything were different2. Step-sisters, bitter rivals in every area except one -- by unbreakable pact neither will ever steal a man from the other3. A love triangle that starts out as a mess of secrets and mix-ups, and only gets worse from therePlus!Friendship, family ties, crossed wires and self-discovery, second chances and first impressionsWelcome to Jill Mansell's blustery seaside world. Once you step inside, you'll never want to leave!"Jill Mansell keeps on getting better..." -- Good Housekeeping"Heart-warming and heart-wrenching...witty and warm... Readers will hang on every word." -- RT Book Reviews for Three Amazing Things About You, 4 Stars
Sourcebooks Landmark
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9781492649557
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Paperback
No Way Up
By Connealy, Mary
New Western Romance Series from Bestselling Author Mary ConnealyWhen Cimarron ranch patriarch Chance Boden is caught in an avalanche, the quick actions of hired hand Heath Kincaid save him. Badly injured, Chance demands that his will be read and its conditions be enforced immediately. Without anyone else to serve as a witness, Heath is pressed into reading the will. If Justin, Sadie, and Cole Boden don't live and work at home for the entire year, the ranch will go to their low-down cousin Mike. Then Heath discovers the avalanche was a murder attempt, and more danger might follow. Deeply involved with the family, Heath's desire to protect Sadie goes far beyond friendship. The danger keeps them close together, and their feelings grow until being apart is the last thing on their minds.
Bethany House, 2016.
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9780764211812
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Paperback
Marrying Jonah
By Lillard, Amy
Life isn't always as simple as it seems for the Amish community of Wells Landing, Oklahoma. Neither is love. . .Everyone in town knows that Sarah Yoder is enamored with Jonah Miller, even though he's been with his girlfriend, Lorie, for years. But all that changes when Lorie runs off with another man. Inconsolable, his faith in love shattered, Jonah resists everyone's attempts to ease his pain - until the unexpected happens one night.Jonah is filled with confusion. Sarah is not the woman he yearns for, yet he asks for her hand in marriage, if only out of honor. Still, he worries, can they live in harmony if their vows are built on a lie? As Sarah seeks spiritual advice, Jonah tries to look toward the future - and finally begins to see her for who she really is: A beautiful, strong-willed woman whose heart is pure and belief is true. But will it be too late for him to prove that he wants to be her husband?Praise for Amy Lillard and her Wells Landing novels"An inspirational story of romance, faith, and trust ... will appeal to fans of Wanda Brunstetter and Beverly Lewis." - Library Journal on Caroline's Secret"A beautifully written romance with an adoring character. Lillard writes stories readers can relate to." --RT Book Reviews on Just Plain Sadie
Zebra Books
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9781420139778
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Print book
Out of Nowhere
By Brown, Sandra
#1 New York Times bestselling author Sandra Brown returns with a fast-paced, emotional thriller where the lives of a young mother and a high-rolling consultant collide under devastating circumstances - culminating in a desperate manhunt that will change their futures forever. At a Texas county fair, amidst carousels and a bustling midway, children's book author Elle Portman is enjoying a rare night out with her favorite cowboy: her two-year-old son, Charlie. But just as they're about to head home, the unthinkable happens: a shooter opens fire into the crowd, causing widespread panic to erupt all around them.. Also caught in the melee was corporate consultant Calder Hudson. Arrogant, self-centered, and high off his latest career win, he's frustrated and confused when he wakes up in the hospital after undergoing emergency surgery on his arm.
At the River's Edge
By Stewart, Mariah
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERMariah Stewart returns to her beloved Chesapeake Diaries with this charming novel of small-town romance - perfect for fans of Barbara Freethy, Robyn Carr, and Susan Mallery.After taking stock of her life, Sophie Enright has decided it's time for a break. Between a law career that's become criminally dull and a two-timing boyfriend she's done with once and for all, Sophie desperately needs some time to think and some space to breathe. The perfect place to do both is easygoing St. Dennis, Maryland, where Sophie can visit with her brother while she figures out her options. Once in St. Dennis, she discovers a shuttered restaurant and makes a bold move that is also a leap of faith. Sophie buys the fixer-upper in order to finally pursue her dream career. But Sophie's labor of love becomes a bone of contention for her new neighbor Jason Bowers. The local landscaper has big plans for growing his business - until Sophie scoops up the property he's got his eye on. And no amount of buyout offers or badgering from him will get her to budge. It's hardly the start of a beautiful friendship. But when they're paired up to work on a community project, they agree to put their differences aside, and sparks begin to fly. Then Sophie's cheating ex suddenly shows up, looking for a second chance - and threatening to make Jason a third wheel just when his hotheaded feelings about Sophie were turning decidedly warmhearted. All Sophie wants is a new life and a true love. But what are the odds of having both?Praise for At the River's Edge "Everything you love about small-town romance in one book . . . At the River's Edge is a beautiful, heartwarming story. Don't miss this one." - Barbara Freethy "Another signature and heartwarming familial story . . . If a book is by Mariah Stewart, it has a subliminal message of 'wonderful' stamped on each page!" - Reader to Reader Reviews
Me Before You
By Moyes, Jojo
#1 New York Times bestseller, and major motion picture. Read the sequel After You and Jojo's new book, Paris for One. They had nothing in common until love gave them everything to lose . . . Louisa Clark is an ordinary girl living an exceedingly ordinary life - steady boyfriend, close family - who has barely been farther afield than their tiny village. She takes a badly needed job working for ex-Master of the Universe Will Traynor, who is wheelchair bound after an accident. Will has always lived a huge life - big deals, extreme sports, worldwide travel - and now he's pretty sure he cannot live the way he is. Will is acerbic, moody, bossy - but Lou refuses to treat him with kid gloves, and soon his happiness means more to her than she expected. When she learns that Will has shocking plans of his own, she sets out to show him that life is still worth living. A Love Story for this generation and perfect for fans of John Green's The Fault in Our Stars, Me Before You brings to life two people who couldn't have less in common - a heartbreakingly romantic novel that asks, What do you do when making the person you love happy also means breaking your own heart?
The Cul-de-sac War
By Ferguson, Melissa
All&;s fair in love and prank wars. Bree Leake doesn&;t want to be tied down. She&;s had more jobs than she can count, and she plans to move as soon as the curtains fall on her less-than-minor stage role at The Barter &; the oldest live performance theater in the US. But just when it&;s time to move on again, Bree&;s parents make her an offer: hold steady for a full year, and they will give her the one thing she&;s always wanted &; her grandmother&;s house. Her dreams are coming true . . . until life at the theater throws her some curve balls.
The Sinner
By Ward, J.r.
Syn has kept his side hustle as a mercenary a secret from the Black Dagger Brotherhood. When he takes another hit job, he not only crosses the path of the vampire races new enemy, but also that of a half-breed in danger of dying during her transition. Jo Early has no idea what her true nature is, and when a mysterious man appears out of the darkness, she is torn between their erotic connection and the sense that something is very wrong. Fate anointed Butch ONeal as the Dhestroyer, the fulfiller of the prophecy that foresees the end of the Omega. As the war with the Lessening Society comes to a head, Butch gets an unexpected ally in Syn. But can he trust the maleor is the warrior with the bad past a deadly complication With time running out, Jo gets swept up in the fighting and must join with Syn and the Brotherhood against true evil. In the end, will love true prevail...or was the prophecy wrong all along
Closer Than She Knows
By Irvin, Kelly
Teagan O&;Rourke has always loved murder mysteries. In her job as a court reporter, she has written official records for dozens of real-life murders. She&;s slapped evidence stickers on crime scene photos. She&;s listened to hours of chilling testimony. But she&;s never known the smell of death. And she never thought she might be a victim. . . Until now.
Suddenly in Love
By London, Julia
Mia Lassiter is thrilled to finally put her artistic skills to use working for her aunt's interior design shop in her hometown of East Beach. While renovating an old mansion overlooking stunning Lake Haven, she encounters a scruffy but attractive man named Brennan - the owner's son. She doesn't realize this sexy recluse is actually Everett Alden, the world-famous rock star in hiding who's nursing his own artistic and personal crises.As their personalities clash, tension simmers between the struggling artist and jaded musician, and their time spent alone together in the gorgeous old house only serves to turn up the heat. Soon, Mia and Brennan's creative passions boil over to inspire passions of another kind ... But reality comes crashing in when Mia's celeb-obsessed cousin discovers Brennan's true identity - and reveals it to the world. As paparazzi swarm the mansion, Brennan is thrust back into his rock star lifestyle. Will Mia lose her soul mate just when she's finally found him? Can their love survive the glaring spotlight?
Meet Me at Beachcomber Bay
By Mansell, Jill
International bestseller Jill Mansell weaves a heartwarming tale of love, family and friendship in her latest novel1. A brief encounter that could have become so much more...if only everything were different2. Step-sisters, bitter rivals in every area except one -- by unbreakable pact neither will ever steal a man from the other3. A love triangle that starts out as a mess of secrets and mix-ups, and only gets worse from therePlus!Friendship, family ties, crossed wires and self-discovery, second chances and first impressionsWelcome to Jill Mansell's blustery seaside world. Once you step inside, you'll never want to leave!"Jill Mansell keeps on getting better..." -- Good Housekeeping"Heart-warming and heart-wrenching...witty and warm... Readers will hang on every word." -- RT Book Reviews for Three Amazing Things About You, 4 Stars
No Way Up
By Connealy, Mary
New Western Romance Series from Bestselling Author Mary ConnealyWhen Cimarron ranch patriarch Chance Boden is caught in an avalanche, the quick actions of hired hand Heath Kincaid save him. Badly injured, Chance demands that his will be read and its conditions be enforced immediately. Without anyone else to serve as a witness, Heath is pressed into reading the will. If Justin, Sadie, and Cole Boden don't live and work at home for the entire year, the ranch will go to their low-down cousin Mike. Then Heath discovers the avalanche was a murder attempt, and more danger might follow. Deeply involved with the family, Heath's desire to protect Sadie goes far beyond friendship. The danger keeps them close together, and their feelings grow until being apart is the last thing on their minds.
Marrying Jonah
By Lillard, Amy
Life isn't always as simple as it seems for the Amish community of Wells Landing, Oklahoma. Neither is love. . .Everyone in town knows that Sarah Yoder is enamored with Jonah Miller, even though he's been with his girlfriend, Lorie, for years. But all that changes when Lorie runs off with another man. Inconsolable, his faith in love shattered, Jonah resists everyone's attempts to ease his pain - until the unexpected happens one night.Jonah is filled with confusion. Sarah is not the woman he yearns for, yet he asks for her hand in marriage, if only out of honor. Still, he worries, can they live in harmony if their vows are built on a lie? As Sarah seeks spiritual advice, Jonah tries to look toward the future - and finally begins to see her for who she really is: A beautiful, strong-willed woman whose heart is pure and belief is true. But will it be too late for him to prove that he wants to be her husband?Praise for Amy Lillard and her Wells Landing novels"An inspirational story of romance, faith, and trust ... will appeal to fans of Wanda Brunstetter and Beverly Lewis." - Library Journal on Caroline's Secret"A beautifully written romance with an adoring character. Lillard writes stories readers can relate to." --RT Book Reviews on Just Plain Sadie
Out of Nowhere
By Brown, Sandra
#1 New York Times bestselling author Sandra Brown returns with a fast-paced, emotional thriller where the lives of a young mother and a high-rolling consultant collide under devastating circumstances - culminating in a desperate manhunt that will change their futures forever. At a Texas county fair, amidst carousels and a bustling midway, children's book author Elle Portman is enjoying a rare night out with her favorite cowboy: her two-year-old son, Charlie. But just as they're about to head home, the unthinkable happens: a shooter opens fire into the crowd, causing widespread panic to erupt all around them.. Also caught in the melee was corporate consultant Calder Hudson. Arrogant, self-centered, and high off his latest career win, he's frustrated and confused when he wakes up in the hospital after undergoing emergency surgery on his arm.