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  The Christmas Child Penny Musco   Blurb:             A barren couple. A baby who needs a home. A husband adamantly opposed to adoption.             Infertility casts a shadow over Robert and Hannah’s marriage in 1891 New York City. So does her newfound Christian faith, a result of Dwight L. Moody’s evangelistic campaign. Their world is further rocked by their immigrant maid’s pregnancy, and by Jacob Riis’ exposé on life in the city’s tenements.              The Christmas Child  intertwines the themes of childlessness and cultural differences in an exciting inspirational story.   Excerpt from the book: “Tell me, Mr. Jessup, were you born into your family?” “Of course! What other way is there?” “Adoption.” Robert stopped with the spoon halfway to his mouth. That Mr. Halsmith would raise tha...

  Blurb: Bethany Kringle is planning to skip Christmas, like she has both years since her mom died. She thinks it' s the perfect plan... until her brother, Matt, tells her he' s taking leave from the Navy to come home for Christmas. And he' s bringing his friend, Jay, with him. Now, Bethany must fight through her grief to give them the best Christmas possible. Jay MacDonald is afraid that God wants him to leave the Navy, the only place he has ever belonged. He' s also nervous about spending Christmas with his friend' s family, until he meets Matt' s sister who helps put him at ease. Jay immediately notices the grief Bethany is trying to hide and resolves to help her in any way he can. As Jay supports Bethany, the two can' t help being drawn to each other. Could God use this Christmas to bring them both peace and possibly bring them together as well?     Purchase links: https://www.amazon.com/Kringle-Family-Christmas-Holiday-Extravaganza-ebook/dp/B0DFD37D7W/ ...

  BLURB: As the holiday season approaches, Lillian holds a secret that will change the lives of her four closest friends forever. She invites them to spend Christmas with her, seeking strength in their unwavering bond of three decades. United by laughter, tears, faith, and an unbreakable friendship, each woman brings her unique spirit to the table. Determined to make this season the most memorable yet, they rally around Lillian, and their differences melt away. Lillian' s quiet plea echoes in their hearts— to cherish every moment, to savor every laugh, and to hold onto their shared memories. Little do they know, this holiday season carries with it a bittersweet farewell, as Lillian yearns for one last week in their company. In this story of faith, loss, and the enduring power of friendship, will Lillian' s final wish be granted, guiding them all toward a heavenly reunion? BUY LINKS: Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/Lillians-Last-Christmas-Holiday-Extravaganza-ebook/dp/B0DFQCTVQ...

    Blurb:  Simon Jenkins is a lost soul. Struggling to process a deep loss, he survives one day at a time on the freezing streets. So when a beautiful woman with ruby-red lips thrusts a blessing bag into his arms and shares a message of faith, Simon is dubious. But her eyes twinkle with the promise of hope and love. Sandra Williams leads a life of faith. She has a great job and a cozy apartment, but her life hasn’t always been this way. And, to be honest, she’s lonely. So when she’s called by God to take a blessing bag to Dickensfield Park, she’s taken aback by the handsome man she meets, but is also excited about God’s plans. Brought together by nothing less than divine intervention and a cup of joe, can Sandra convince Simon that he’s worthy of giving God’s love, and their budding relationship, a chance?   extract  Sandra Williams stood in line at Holy Grounds, surveying the menu board with mock interest. She came to the little shop often enough to know exact...

  All Leah Davidson wants is to spend a quiet Christmas with her parents on Palm Island. Her father’s recovering from surgery, so she’s volunteered to take over his decorating responsibilities. Plus, it’s a good excuse to get away from her ex-boyfriend. But then she discovers her neighbors have a Christmas visitor, too. One she has a history with.   Navy SEAL Jed Price is spending Christmas with his aunt and uncle on Palm Island. He wants a relaxing time away from the pressures of his work, and the secluded island seems like the perfect escape. Until he sees his aunt and uncle’s neighbor.   Jed remembers Leah as the snobby girl next door. And Leah remembers Jed as the immature boy who was afraid of the water. But they’ve both changed.   Can Leah and Jed move past their earlier issues and work together to make Christmas a joyous time of love and forgiveness?   Extract:  (Leah is returning home to spend a quiet Christmas with her parents. Their neighbors...

  Virginia creeper by Mallary Mitchell   Blurb: .. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood  ~ cf. Ephesians 6:12 Faith Gentry knows something dark and foreboding lurks in the forest of Damascus, North Carolina. She can feel it creeping like a weed up each street, curling its vines into the very heart of the town. Archaeologist Larkin Gentry believes he unwittingly released an entity in Weyden Woods. A supernatural entity now determined to kill everyone Larkin loves. The proof? His mother is murdered less than a week after Larkin disturbs the woods. Fearing his wife will be the next victim and hoping his absence will keep her safe, Larkin leaves Damascus.  Seven years later, Larkin finds out he was wrong. Faith wasn't next, and the victims are unrelated. His mother' s death was just the first of many. He returns to Damascus to secure the entity in its rightful place before more lives are lost.  But now he' s back home, Faith is being stalked by something unnat...

    Blurb: Shucker' s Point, New Jersey never had a murder until now. Jack St. Marie, a well-known research scientist is missing, and Trooper Bryce Johnson believes the worst of Jack' s wife, Evie.  In high school, Bryce loved Evie--enough to want to marry her, but that was before he witnessed her phone in a bogus bomb scare. And only two months before Jack disappeared, Bryce saw Evie aiming a gun at her husband. Can Bryce believe in Evie's innocence when her husband' s body is found in a fishing dredge twenty miles out at sea? Could the most beautiful woman in Shucker' s Point be capable of such a heinous crime? He doesn't want to believe it. Bryce refuses to let his heart guide the investigation...until someone shoots at Evie. Then he must protect her. But can he protect his heart? Excerpt:      Bryce Johnson stood at the back of the church and searched through the pews for any sign of Evie St. Marie. When he didn’t see her, he breathed a sigh o...

  Is it possible to trust love again after being abandoned twice? Nikki Nolan returns to her hometown seeking a fresh start for her bridal salon. Not so simple when her ex-boyfriend, Dan, embezzled her funds and threatened bodily harm. Cody Manning returns after a ten-year absence. His efforts to save a woman' s life resulted in a gunshot wound. He wants to heal his arm and determine if his love for Nikki still remains. Nikki and Cody clash, but the sparks of love are still there between them. Can two unhappy people join in spirit and renewed love in spite of distrust, fear of reprisal and monetary difficulties? buy link -  https://pelicanbookgroup.com/ec/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=37_46&products_id=1686 https://www.amazon.com/Master-Plan-Love-Emerald-Point-ebook/dp/B0D4LC1Z5Y https://www.amazon.co.uk/Master-Plan-Love-Emerald-Point-ebook/dp/B0D4LC1Z5Y