Displaying the top 100 results that match your query. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/rssapi.jsp?browse=true&Ne=6661&N=6594+4294243522&No=80 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709761 Just as Carolyn had formed a stronger bond with her Oma Marta than with her mother, so Carolyns daughter is drawn to her grandma more than to a mom whos caught up in the 1960s counterculture. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707936 In 1640s Puritan Massachusetts, Susannah awaits an overdue marriage proposal, while a powerful villager takes a fancy to her. But after a dashing military captain comes to town, shes unprepared for the sinister turn her life soon takes. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1708966 The holidays are coming and a plan to build a mini-mall has some residents in a tizzy. Itll take some shrewd negotiating and a little help from the Big Guy upstairs for Dorothy to set this one right. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709742 FBI agent Dave Richman from Danger in the Shadows is back -- and about to meet Kate OMalley. A hostage negotiator in Chicago, Kate is a legend on the force, willing to walk into any situation. Dave is a Christian, but Kate isnt. Their relationship is going to be a challenge. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707942 Berta has spent much of her life striving to be the opposite of her adorable sister, Glenna. As Glenna grows into a vivacious and outgoing young wife and mother, Berta carefully molds herself into a prim spinster and dependable member of her family. But her aloofness and pride must exact a price. Soon, Berta will need to examine her soul for the true motives at work in her heart. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709734 Trouble is brewing in the sleepy hamlet of Morning Shade. Multiple chain letters are circulating throughout town, and a local resident is to blame. Little old ladies are being victimized by empty promises of vast riches and rejuvenated health. Fortunately, the plucky Stella Diamond is on the case. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707972 Geoffrey Garrett leaves his 17- year-old fiance in England while he establishes his Kansas ranch and builds her a proper house. But when he sends for her five years later in 1874, its clear her feelings have changed far more than his. Despite his desire to marry and her wish to leave, they forge a compromise. If she remains as the ranchs housekeeper until spring, he will pay for her trip back home. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1708956 Living in the late 1970s, brothers J.T. and Roland Cole build an impressive economic empire from their fathers humble bank enterprise. Now they have their eyes on endeavors promising more wealth and power--but at what cost? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707848 Although Martha Hostettler is pleased with the success of her dog breeding business, she really lights up in the presence of Luke Friesen. Unfortunately, her father wants her to steer clear of him. Her dad has already fired Luke--and now hes convinced the young Amishman is behind the destruction and mayhem that plagues the Hostettlers. Not content to sit idly by, Martha determines to ferret out the true culprit and exonerate her secret beau. As she begins to investigate, Luke joins her. But danger may lurk closer than Martha realizes. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709064 Ann Burton pens a historical novel about the Biblical heroine who risks all by wielding a tent peg and mallet. In this compelling tale of faith, courage, and romance, Jael boldly seizes a pivotal opportunity to free Israelites--and herself--from years of oppression. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707904 Through much hard work, Rese Barrett has turned a run-down Sonoma villa into a successful B&B. Her helper, Lance Michelli, has proved his skills as chef and host, and they have agreed to run the inn as partners. But Lance is driven to unravel the mystery of papers he found buried in the basement: the papers left by his grandfather, who built this house two generations ago. Taking Rese with him, he returns to his family in New York City. There, his ancient Nonna knows the story of these papers. But is it a tale of courage--or betrayal? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1710027 Deborahs Story is the gripping saga of one female slave who risks her life for a chance at true love--and rises to unimaginable prominence. Its an inspiring tale of developing wisdom, courageous faith, and blossoming love. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707977 After two long years, hardworking dairy farmer Andrew Bjorklund is thrilled to see his fiance Ellie Wold again. But when materials to build their new home are delayed, Andrew grudgingly postpones the wedding. While Ellie works at the post office, Andrew finishes their new barn. Soon a tragedy threatens their future and forces them to fully rely upon God. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709970 Dorsetville, a small town and a tight-knit community, deal with different challenges, and the community is always ready to step in and offer support and solace. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707931 Fanny and her cousins find their friendship tested by their grandfathers bequest. With her nefarious Uncle Jonas now her guardian, Fanny struggles to keep all thats rightfully hers--including a love thats true. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707465 The White House orders elite FBI operator Evan Cooper to secure Monica Callahan from a terrorist threat. But since Monica refuses all calls from her senior diplomat father, she sees no need for his round-the- clock protection--until a chilling message leaves no doubt. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707389 FBI Special Agent Patrick Bowers cutting-edge skills are pushed to the limit when a woman is found brutally murdered near Washington, D.C. While her killers continue a spree of perfect crimes, Bowers struggles to discover a pattern and crack his most difficult case yet. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707878 Although his father had allowed widespread idolatry, King Hezekiah is restoring Gods law to Judah. The temple is cleansed and proper offerings are made to Yahweh. The Assyrians, however, rule the adjoining lands and demand tribute from all nations. Bloodthirsty and cruel, they crush all who oppose them. When King Hezekiah refuses to continue payment to these ungodly people, he calls their wrath down on Judah. Facing almost certain destruction, Hezekiah will receive help from an unlikely source. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707339 U.S. Marshal Jake Taylor loathes guarding federal judge Liz Michaels. How can he protect the coldhearted workaholic who drove her late husband, Jakes best friend, to suicide? But as he gets to know Liz better, his heart--and her life--are soon in danger. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707844 Confined to a wheelchair for 13 years, Rebekah Stoltzfus believes itll take a miracle for her to ever enjoy the blessings of marriage or self-sufficiency. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707900 Recovering from despair, Sophie Michelli leaves her close-knit Bronx family for her brothers villa in Californias wine country. But as she enjoys a dinner date, Sophie receives a shocking call from someone in her past. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1706987 Childhood friends Jade Conner and Tanner Eastman planned to spend their lives together. But an unguarded moment of weakness tore them apart. Nearly a decade later, Jade and Tanner have found each other again--in the most perilous circumstances. Tanner, now a lawyer, is defending Jade from her ex-husband, who wants full custody of their son. The charge: her uncompromising Christian beliefs make her an unfit mother. As they work closely together, Jade and Tanner wonder if they can resist the temptation that caused them so much pain years ago. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1706991 Grief stricken over news of her fathers death, Ellen Barrett returns to her childhood home of Petoskey, Michigan, temporarily leaving behind a troubled marriage. She soon reunites with her four squabbling siblings and encounters a former love, whose presence casts doubt on the course of her life. The heartache and confusion that swirl about her threaten to further weaken her already slipping faith. Yet even in this difficult time, Gods path is before her--if only she has the willingness and strength to take it. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707888 The Solitary Envoy begins the glorious Heirs of Acadia series of historical novels set in the early days of the American Republic. Erica Langstons comfortable life in Georgetown is threatened when the British invade. Soon she must begin a journey that will change her life forever. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707948 A widow with family far away, 51-year-old Emma fills her loneliness by caring for her boarding house guests and sharing her own special blend of wisdom and humor. One stormy night, a rap at her door interrupts her musings. The 80-year-old Widow Leonard is standing in the rain, seeking refuge from her sons constant bickering. Housing this feisty runaway granny, however, puts Emma in the crosshairs of a family feud. But this crisis is more easily resolved than the one which soon looms over Emmas future. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1708036 From Floridas beaches to British Columbias vineyards, Abigail pursues a handsome, charismatic man. On her quest, she is awash with memories of her beautiful yet vulnerable sister. But as past and present converge, Abigails mission becomes even more complicated. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707883 Leah, a young Jewess of mixed heritage, is secretly commissioned to discover the truth behind the death of an obscure rabbi in the Roman backwater of first-century Palestine while also being engulfed in her own turmoil--facing the prospect of an arranged marriage to a Roman soldier, Alban, who seems to care for nothing but his own ambitions as leader of the Roman garrison near Galilee. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707956 When winsome socialite Mia Stanley insists on researching downtrodden seamans wives on the docks of Philadelphia for the magazine she works for, she uncovers a scheme that puts her own life in danger. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707506 Unearthing a lost memory may cause Bryn to lose everything she holds dear-- but could it also set her free? The night the homeless shelter burned to the ground, five heroic firefighters died at the scene. Now their survivors must find a way to begin again. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709740 An FBI undercover operation gone bad convinces Rae Gabriella to move near her hometown and work as a private investigator with another former agent. But the small town of Justice, Illinois, is not as safe as she thinks. Attractive and stylish young women, just like Rae, are quietly dropping dead in their hotel rooms--with money and valuables still untouched. When the next victim turns up just a few rooms away from Raes hotel room, the grieving parents hire her to investigate. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709658 Lillie Bauer, co-owner of a Baltimore wedding planning business, is looking for love. When she finally finds her own true love, her new outlook sheds light on her sister Tacys increasingly destructive relationship with a deeply fundamentalist husband. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707898 Ruth Caldwell has always tried to live up to her mothers expectations of what a lady should be--often with less than impressive results. But when shes forced to journey west to meet the father shes never seen, Ruth hopes that this might be the place shell finally fit in. But her arrival brings about more mayhem than even Ruth is used to. She soon meets Josh McCain, the son of her fathers business partner, but discovers some startling news: Her father passed away years ago. And though Josh urges Ruth to claim her inheritance, he grows suspicious of something more sinister at hand when her accidents seem to go beyond Ruths normal bumbling ways and leave her very life in danger. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707886 Former runaway Serafina Gavi has grown very close to her godly friend John Falconer. When her Venetian parents--with wom she now lives in 1834 Washington, D.C.--declare Falconer an unsuitable match, she tearfully informs him. But after these aristocrats witness the matchless nobility of Falconers character and his unflinching courage, they ask him how they can possibly repay his kindness. And then a dangerous secret mission takes Falconer away to a world of glittering gold and elusive emancipation. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707540 Sandra Byrd delivers a fresh look at Anne Boleyn through the eyes of her lifelong friend Meg Wyatt. As Anne finds favor with Henry VIII, Meg basks in the glow of Annes glory. But when Anne falls out of favor, the childhood friends are plunged into a maelstrom of slander and intrigue that tests the limits of their loyalties and puts their lives--and the lives of their loved ones--in grave danger. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707954 1886 Montana stands on the brink of statehood, and Dianne Selby finds her world turned upside down in this conclusion to Tracie Petersons Montana saga. Through the twists and turns of life and nature, Dianne comes to realize that the hope within Jesus Christ is the only hope that lasts--Provided by publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707896 Rachel Van Buren tries to escape the gold-rush quagmire of 1849 San Francisco with her high moral principles intact. Rachel is shocked with this mud-infested boomtown where the only females are of ill repute. When saloon owner Johnnie Parker--widower and former missionary--lets her stay in his unoccupied shanty, she agrees to cook and clean. But Rachel soon struggles with their growing attraction. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707894 Set to lose half his timberland in 1866 Washington Territory unless he finds a wife soon, widower Joe Denton places an order for a bride who can cook. When she arrives, the bonnie lass certainly cooks up a storm--but she knows nothing about marrying Joe. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707892 In the surge of a single sin, Rileys wife, daughter, and faith all washed away. He now haunts the streets, a mere shadow of the godly man he once was. And then he hears of a town in Maine where miracles are happening. Awaiting Riley is a hope beyond his dreams. But will his past destroy this second chance at life? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707959 Dalton Lindquist is forced to make difficult choices about the future when dark family secrets threaten the tranquility of his life, and to complicate matters, Dalton and his best friend, Yuri, seek the attention of the same woman, Phoebe Robbins. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709762 Strong-willed Marta leaves Switzerland early in the 20th century and settles in California. Though Marta loves her eldest daughter Hildie, they often clash as they attempt to find their places in the world. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707921 In this portrait of an Amish familys struggle to overcome the effects of a baffling secret, sSoon-to- be-engaged Grace Byler is perplexed by her moms nocturnal weeping and wandering--and her dads refusal to discuss whats wrong. But when her mom runs off, Grace puts her own life on hold to pick up the pieces her mother left behind. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1710117 While a motherless girl longs for her daddy and a young lady hopes for a second chance at love, this poignant tale explores the uncertainty that stalks the homefront as the War to End All Wars rages in Europe. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707937 As Clara Carters social debut looms in 1890s New York City, the spotlight turns her into a society-page darling. Yet her new status rings hollow. When a man appears who seems to love her for who she is, Clara must choose the kind of life she really wants. But after a gossip backlash turns ugly, Claras future and that of her own family depend on how shrewdly she plays the game. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709824 Eight-year-old Gideon Mercer loves to help people, but she has leukemia. When her illness goes into remission at Christmas, she is sure this miracle is a gift from God. So to celebrate, she and her father volunteer to serve meals at a mission for the homeless. She meets dirty, sullen Earl Badgett there, and although he refuses her friendship, she gives him a small gift. This one act will lead to a series of miracles that will change the rest of Gideons and Earls lives, and affect countless others. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1708967 Enjoy the humorous and true-to-life adventures of 87- year-old youngster, Dorothy Wetstra, in this highly engaging sequel to Dearest Dorothy, Are We There Yet? (K1050). Reflecting the pace, the memories and the friendships of small-town America, Dorothys faith-filled adventures will touch your heart and tickle your funny bone at the same time. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707961 During World War II, many of the young men of Haven, Pennsylvania are fighting in Europe. Unable to serve due to an earlier car accident, Andy Gilbert must stay at home and keep his job as a telegram delivery boy, bringing news of the dead to their families. Living alone and shunned by those who were once his friends, Andy soon becomes discouraged. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709743 Now divorced and unemployed, a senators no-nonsense chief of staff learns she has inherited a funeral home in Florida. Soon shell learn some profound lessons from people dying to give her their business. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707434 Johanna has lived her entire life in Amana and she longs to explore the outside world. Meanwhile, rebellious Berta struggles to adjust to life in their close knit community. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709764 When a man guns down a pregnant reporter on live TV, her husband sues the manufacturer of the killers firearm. As opposing lawyers ignite the courtroom with their eloquence and theatrics, a shadowy cabal threatens the advocates and the justice they seek. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707923 As an Amish young lady leaves Bird-in-Hand in a fancy car to search for her mother in Ohio, she wonders if her mom really wants to be found. She also hopes her Englisher friend--determined to forgo traditional medicine--can find the healing she seeks. But she has no idea her mom is following clues of her own. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709735 Several peeping tom incidents have been reported across town. With an unknown individual on the loose, and the townsfolk terrified, Stella jumps into action. Unfortunately, this time not all of the Diamond women are available to work on the case. With her loyal friend Maude in bed with a sprained ankle, and CeeCee preoccupied with mail delivery, will Stella be able to go it alone and dupe the daring deviant? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707973 With a college diploma safely in hand, 20-year-old Thomas Ollenburger is torn between his Mennonite roots on the Kansas prairie and his affluent life in Boston society--and by romantic entanglements in each world. And now even Heaven seems deaf to questions about his choices of vocation, wife, and home. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707939 Although shes never met her fianc, shes headed for New York to marry one of Americas wealthiest heirs. Filled with doubts and hoping for a chance at real life, she swaps identities with her maid Dora. For Dora, its the chance of a lifetime. But for Charlotte, what begins as the whim of a spoiled rich girl becomes a test of survival beyond her darkest dreams. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1710024 Cheney Duvall graduates from medical school just after the Civil War, facing the severe prejudice against women doctors and setting sail on a three month voyage to care for one hundred marriageable women. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709826 Here, Kingsbury focuses on the special bonds between friends, and the extraordinary true stories she shares are a testament that God is present in our everyday lives. With Gods guidance, we see that good friends never let us down, and often appear just when they are needed most. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1708705 In a story of hope and lessons of forgiveness, Dylan Cooper, a talented photographer, is captivated by the snow-covered small-town charm of Newbury despite the current economic depression. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707849 An Amish woman teeters on the brink of losing all she holds dear. When Grace returns from her rumschpringe, she joins the church and starts a new life. But her world crumbles when she meets a man who knows enough of her past to destroy her future. Afraid of being shunned by her family, fianc, and friends, Grace tries to escape a tangle of lies and half-truths. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709065 Shorn of her hair, stripped of her clothes, and cast out of her fathers house, Rahab now scavenges the streets. Desperate for food, shes soon welcomed by the sisterhood of the House of Palms, a bordello. But after encountering two Israelite spies, Rahab makes a risky, life-altering choice. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707905 When Becky and her husband refurbish a dilapidated old farmhouse, unexpected events frustrate their dream of a simpler life. Although Becky still finds escape in her madcap Walter Mitty-like fantasies, she doesnt realize how desperately she needs the Lord to renovate her heart and transcend her daydreams. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709752 Following World War III, religion is banned. Although a believer, double agent Paul Stephola works for the government agency responsible for persecuting Christians, the National Peace Organization (NPO). He has to keep his faith secret from his wife, Jae, because he is not sure if she will turn him over to her father, a high official in the NPO. Paul want Jae to also become a believer, but will she have the courage to find God amidst persecution? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1706557 Carolyn takes a break from her widowed San Francisco existence to celebrate her mothers 70th birthday in the Canary Islands. As her mothers gentle affection and the islands soothing allure soften Carolyns heart, a Flamenco dance lesson, a defining camel ride, and the steady gaze of an old flame reawaken feelings she thought were forever gone. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707870 Bushwhacked and left to die in flames, rancher Larson Jennings is lovingly nurtured by a godly mountain couple. As his body slowly heals, he becomes spiritually transformed. But with his handsome features now scarred beyond recognition, Larson wonders if anyone can look beyond his grotesque burns to the better man he has become. Long presumed dead, he painfully limps home--to find his wife arm-and-arm with another man. As tears trickle down his disfigured face, Larson asks God to help him do whats best for his beloved Kathryn. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707908 Lillian longs to soar beyond her provincial limits. After enjoying Londons sophisticated society and the attentions of wealthy suitors, Lilly returns home to help her ailing dad. Determined to resurrect his apothecary business, Lilly labors tirelessly--praying her familys secrets and her rivals schemes wont cloud her future. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707963 With starvation stalking, Leah welcomes her brother Jacobs dogsled full of supplies. But not until she unwraps the scarf-covered sled driver does she realizes shes been embracing Jacobs friend Jayce--the man who broke her heart a decade ago. Although she insists that Jacob get rid of Jayce immediately, a sudden snow storm and a disabling injury delay his departure. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709755 Hoping to atone for failing her sister Dilly, Hannah leaves her California life behind to return to the Illinois farm of her youth. Had Hannah only known the toll that caring for a daughter with cerebral palsy was taking on her younger sister, she might have been able to prevent the shocking acts that sent Dilly to prison. But as she takes her sister home and tries to shield her from the hatred of unforgiving hearts, Hannah is shocked to learn that Dilly has already found another savior. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1706560 Three middle-aged sisters--each harboring a secret pain--gather to close up their grandmothers beach house for the final time. Together, they unpack their family baggage and discover the true legacy left behind by a grandma married seven times. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1706528 Once a proud firefighter like his father, Lucas Vermontez lost his dad and his best friend in the fire that disabled him. When friendship with his buddys lovely widow develops into something more, Lucas--unable to pursue the calling he loves--fears he has little to offer the financially strapped Jenna. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709745 A busy single mom runs a Florida funeral home. But her mortuary work becomes even more poignant when her assistant discloses his terminal illness. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707978 Having experienced her share of sorrow, Rebecca has grown afraid of opening her heart to love. Can she overcome her fears or will she settle for something less than love? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707982 After Neil Sadler returns to his hometown following the tragic death of his wife, he is reunited with Mary Beeken, whose alcoholic husband brings her no end of misery. As a devastating event from the past bleeds into the present, Neil and Mary strive to resurrect hope for the future. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707873 Kathleen Seymour is a woman who seems to have it all, though she hides a dark family secret. To her horror, everything comes crashing down when she loses her job and her daughter is caught shoplifting. Desperate to regain control over her life, Kathleen returns to her estranged family to mend her severely broken relationships before it is too late. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707440 When Adelaid Proctor finds herself stranded in 1883 Texas, shes hired by a British-born sheep rancher as governess for a daughter still grief-stricken over her moms death. As Adelaid gently draws the girl out of her shell of silence, the governess and sheep rancher, at first, resist their mutual attraction. But as a looming standoff draws near, it will either shatter or strengthen their developing romance. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707377 John and Abby Reynolds are back together and feeling like newlyweds after 21 years of marriage. Theyre convinced that together they can tackle anything, even the high school politics draining the joy from Johns coaching career. But in the blink of an eye, disaster strikes--a kind of tragedy John and Abby never anticipated. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707912 Expelled from her Amish home, Katie Lapp sets out to find her birth mother and encounters evil along the way. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709766 When Jessilyns parents begin raising her best friend as their own daughter, this kindness toward a dark-skinned orphan triggers threats and violence. While teetering on the brink of womanhood, Jessilyn must learn to be a shining light in a dark world. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707966 When Jana McGuire returns from a mission trip to Africa only to find her pastor husband has taken all their money and left with his secretary, she is devastated. Left with no worldly possessions, Jana is forced to seek help from her distant mother and bubbly, welcoming great-aunt Taffy. As Jana works through the heartache of her husbands betrayal, she seeks comfort from her mother, but is continuously rebuffed. Its soon clear to Jana that her mothers cold demeanor hides a tragic past, and the two must mend their relationships with God and each other. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707925 In a terrible accident, Rachel Yoder loses her husband, her son, and her unborn child. Now Rachel leads a reclusive life with her young daughter. Her soul is troubled, and her eyesight has mysteriously dimmed. But the discovery of an old postcard, hidden for years, is about to change Rachels world. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707932 Young and recently widowed, Jasmine Houston confronts the vital issues of freedom and slavery, love and hate, life and death. As Jasmines opposition to slavery grows and her friendship with her bachelor brother-in-law Nolan deepens, her Massachusetts horse farm soon becomes a stop for the Underground Railroad. With both her mother and mammy dying, she and her young son rush to the family plantation in Mississippi--escorted by Nolan. Keeping a death-bed promise, Jasmine tries to emancipate her mammys son. But soon a sinister kidnapper will put her faith and her love to the ultimate test. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707466 With the Great War fueling anti-German hysteria, agents of President Wilsons Council of National Defense threaten to disfigure Jutta Schmidt, torch her familys bakery, and butcher her parents unless she returns to the Amana colonies as their spy. Back in South Amana, shes befriended by Ilsa Redlich and her family. But if she overhears antiwar remarks, how can she betray these kind people? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1708982 When her husband locks her out of their Chicago penthouse and disappears with her sons, Gabby is left homeless and stunned. Taking refuge at the womens shelter where she works, she tries to salvage the shattered pieces of her life. There, her friends--Lucy the bag lady and the women of the Yada Yada Prayer Group--offer their support. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707879 God has blessed Hezekiah--his kingdom is flourishing. The people are prospering and the city of Jerusalem is safe from invaders. But the king worries that his beloved wife may be barren. After all his hard work in preserving the faith and protecting the faithful, the thought that one of his pagan-worshiping nephews will become ruler is upsetting. But he suffers greater anguish when he stumbles upon the secrets of his queen. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707845 Convinced the blacksmith just wants a mother for his young daughter and a wife to cook and clean, Miriam spurns his heartfelt attention. Soon she meets an intriguing reporter. But will she find true love and happiness with an outsider or in an Old Order marriage? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707986 The associate producer of TVs hottest show fears Amber Ambersons tiny Texas hometown already knows its Amber is an American Megastar finalist. But after several hilarious culture clashes, the Hollywood pro enlists the help of the quirky townsfolk when the sweet and nave Amber goes missing. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1706988 Jordan Riley has made it his lifes mission to battle public acknowledgement and exercise of religion. However, when he comes back to Bethany to tear down a controversial Jesus statue in a public park, he finds himself reliving his faith-filled past and the childhood trauma that drove him from God. When the leading voice of the opposing townspeople turns out to be his former best friend Faith Evans, Jordan struggles between his current doubts and the God he once trusted. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709737 A single visit to a West Virginia prison cant resolve the tragic pasts of convicted child-killer Will Hatfield and his former sweetheart Karin. While she struggles with haunting regrets, Will vows to wait for her, no matter how long it takes. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707406 When Todd travels to Virginia to bring his widowed mother to his Texas farm, illness alters his plan. Maggie makes a living by selling soaps and perfumes, using old family recipes. Marriage is the farthest thing from her mind--until Todd shows up on her porch, seeking help for his ailing mother. Maggies heart skips a beat. And when the handsome Texan proposes to her, life suddenly begins to change for the dark-haired beauty. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707889 Californias sunny coast is where carefree Brianna Stones idyllic life is complicated by her bizarre new boss, her meddling mother-in-law, and her too-busy-to-believe husband. Reinventing herself with a dazzling wardrobe and flattering hairstyle, Bri tries to recapture her husbands attention before its too late. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707975 Responsibilty for her fathers Pennsylvania farm weighs heavily on Amethyst OShaunasys shoulders. Since her overworked mother died, her father has done little but drink up the money Amethyst earns from selling eggs and cheese. When he sends her west to locate his only heir, the young woman is reluctant to leave. After she reaches the tiny town of Medora, an unusally brutal winter underscores the fragility of life. Yet the residents sturdy faith in the Lord teaches Amethyst even more valuable lessons. Now, with prayers in her heart and a growing interest in a handsome rancher, she wonders if she want to return home again. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707416 Now engaged to hardworking Silas Good, Rose Kauffman struggles with her feelings for longtime friend Nick Franco, who left the Amish community under a cloud of suspicion. Meanwhile, Roses older sister has returned to her parents farm, hoping to re-establish her place among the People and to retain custody of her daughter. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707949 When tragedy strikes, Emma graciously welcomes the needy to her boardinghouse. But when two of these guests prove cantankerous, Emma wonders how she and the others will manage. Compounding the turmoil are legal problems that threaten her future. And after her lawyer makes a troubling announcement, Emma must rediscover the true source of her strength. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1708037 A successful consultant, 47-year-old Josie Brooks follows the money, calls her own shots, and never needs to compromise. But her buttoned-down world begins to unravel when the compassion and loyalty she observes at one faltering company pierces her protective armor and touches her heart. As hot flashes and loneliness sweep over her, Josie wonders if her solitary existence has been as fulfilling as as shed like to believe. And then her encounter with a mysterious snowglobe takes her on a life-changing journey shell never forget. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707952 From her favorite hilltop perch, the unadorned beauty of Montana fills Dianne Chadwick with serenity and purpose. But fear gnaws at that peace, for her fianc, Cole Selby, has yet to return from his journey east. When accidents and illness threaten those at the Diamond V ranch, Dianne searches for a haven from the storm that surrounds her. But with Coles fate uncertain and another man proclaiming his love for her, Diannes faith is a tenuous anchor amid the tempest. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707957 After the death of her father, 16-year-old Dianne Chadwick believes her familys only hope is to move to her uncles home in Montana. The Chadwicks must learn the skills it takes to survive the wagon trail. The journey is treacherous, but Dianne and her family rely on their faith in God to get them through safely. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1710040 Set in the 1885 Amana colony of Homestead, Iowa, this tale finds 22-year-old Gretchen Kohler trying to tend her fathers general store while watching over her young brother and senile Oma. But her secret passion for writing soon jeopardizes her reputation and the love of her childhood beau. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1708965 Partonville marks its centennial plus thirty--by arguing over the best way to celebrate it. Meanwhile, the acting mayor is trying to change a vital part of the town square (but its always been that way!) and a newcomer named Katie cant avoid the suspicion that shes grown far closer to this quirky little place than she had ever intended. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709741 Saras terrified. Shes doing the one thing she cannot afford to do: fall in love with a famous man, former pro football player Adam Black. Sara is hidden away in the witness protection program, her safety dependent on staying invisible-and loving Adam could get her killed. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707941 Miranda DeSpain is a young woman still haunted by a painful adolescent experience. When she finds a clue to this troubling mystery from her past, she travels to an idyllic Virginia town. There an 11-year-old girl helps her find lodging and a job. Suspicious of strangers, the police chief discovers theres absolutely no record of Miranda. And then he notices his nieces picture among Mirandas belongings. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709969 With the Lichfield County Fair just around the corner, Dorsetville is a beehive of activity. But is there still time for faith and compassion to help a failing carnival, an aged debutante, and a disillusioned teen? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707318 Deborah Vandermark plans to assist her familys logging business, but when she meets Dr. Christopher Clayton, Deborah realizes she has a greater interest in medicine and science than the bookkeeping she was trained in. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707877 Austin tells the uplifting story of 20-year-old Violet Hayes and her search for her elusive mother and for true love. In her quest, Violet learns much about love, faith, and life as she marches for womens rights, feeds slum dwellers, hobknobs with the highfalutin, and ponders marriage proposals.