| A Piece of the Moon by Chris FabryThe setup: Wealthy, eccentric Gideon Quidley puts gold, cash, and more in a replica of the Ark of the Covenant, then hides it in the West Virginia mountains, offering Bible verses as clues to its location.
The result: A few years later, in 1981, searchers descend on a small town where likeable community radio DJs discuss and read out clues. But when a local pastor goes missing while hunting for the treasure, the DJs rethink their role in the hunt and wonder how to put an end to it all.
Reviewers say: "This is Fabry’s best yet" (Publishers Weekly); "The rural South comes to life, with themes of forgiveness and second chances as highlights" (Library Journal). |
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The setup: Madysen Powell has always been of a generous and forgiving nature. But when her father, long believed dead, appears in Nome, Alaska, the only feelings she can muster are bitterness and anger. Though her sisters have a similar struggle, Madysen finds herself falling out of rhythm with them in other ways. She is restless and dreams of performing her music around the world.
What happens: Daniel Beaufort arrives in Nome searching for his own answers after the gold rush leaves him with empty pockets. Still angry about the death of his loved ones, he longs to start fresh but doesn't have high hopes until he ends up helping at the Powell dairy making cheese--where he is immediately drawn to the beautiful redhead with big dreams.
The result: Caught up in their hopes for the future, the sisters and their farm become vulnerable. Can they face their past hurts and present deceptions in time to save their dreams and mend the fractures in their family? |
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The setup: Buddy Smith built his law practice around tracking down missing children. After all, he knows the agony of being separated from a child. Not long after his daughter’s birth, her mother ran away and Buddy never saw either one again. What happens: Gracie Blaylock has known Buddy her entire life, and now that she is clerk of court for the county, their paths cross frequently. When Gracie hears that a teenager in town has gone missing, she knows Buddy is the one for the case. The girl’s parents are desperate for answers. Together with Gracie and Mayleah—the new detective in town—Buddy chases all leads, hoping to reach the missing teen before it’s too late. And as he pursues one girl, he uncovers clues that could bring him closer to the girl he thought he lost forever: his own daughter. Why you'll like it: Master legal writer Robert Whitlow will keep you guessing in this gripping legal drama while reminding you of the power of God’s restoration. |
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The setup: After years of estrangement, the lives of Zara Mahoney and her twin sister, Eve, are suddenly intertwined again. When Eve's troubled lifestyle causes the state to contact Zara about taking custody of Eve's two children, Zara feels wholly unprepared. Besides never knowing she was an aunt, her new house, new husband, and plans for the future were meant to give her a fresh start.
What happens: Meanwhile, Eve may have a real chance at a new beginning with the help of Tiff Bradley, who, after facing a heartbreaking tragedy in her own family, is dedicated to helping women everyone else has given up on.
The question: Over the course of one summer, all three women's hearts and lives hang in the balance as Eve desperately works toward a new life. Can they redefine their expectations of how life should be to find the hope they--and those they love--so desperately need? |
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| The Proposal at Siesta Key by Shelley Shepard GrayStarring: Penny Troyer, a young Amish woman who's finally standing up to her over-protective parents; Michael Knoxx, an amputee and famous Mennonite singer who travels the country sharing his testimony. What happens: Romance blooms when Michael, who's staying at a local Pinecraft, Florida, bed and breakfast, meets Penny, who's taken a job there despite her parents' disapproval. Series alert: This second in the Amish Brides of Pinecraft offers a sun-kissed setting and a moving tale of friendship, self-discovery, and love. |
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| Starfish Pier by Irene HannonWhat it's about: New to Hope Harbor, Oregon, young teacher Holly Miller, who has spina bifida, meets Steven, a take-charge former Army Delta Force operator working as a charter boat captain. Soon, he's challenging both her perspectives and her heart. Why you might like it: This appealing novel deftly mixes romance, faith, and serious topics (like alcoholism and assisted suicide). Series alert: This sixth in the Hope Harbor series is fine for newcomers, though fans will be pleased to see familiar friends like town sage Charley Lopez. Blackberry Beach, the seventh in the series, came out in April. |
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| Summer by the Tides by Denise HunterStarring: Restaurant manager Maddy Monroe, recently betrayed by her boyfriend and jobless; Connor Sullivan, a handsome marina owner and a neighbor of Maddy's grandmother on the North Carolina coast. What happens: Connor leaves an urgent message saying Maddy's grandmother is missing, so Maddy immediately heads to Gram's beach house, where her two sisters (who've barely spoken in years) also show up...a reunion that has Gram's fingerprints all over it. Read this next: If you enjoy lighthearted women's fiction featuring charming beach locations, appealing characters, and sweet romances, pick up the author's latest novel, Bookshop by the Sea. |
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| A Castaway in Cornwall by Julie KlassenWhat it's about: In 1813 Cornwall, against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars, orphaned 23-year-old Laura Callaway lives with her uncle by marriage, his disapproving second wife, and their daughter, but still feels like an outsider after eight years.
What happens: After a ship wrecks during a storm along the dangerous coast, Laura and an elderly neighbor nurse a survivor with an odd accent, an event that changes the course of Laura's life.
For fans of: Sarah E. Ladd's Cornwall novels; well-researched Regency romances; atmospheric historical stories set in coastal England. |
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