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When Adelaid Proctor finds herself stranded in 1883 Texas, she's hired by a British-born sheep rancher as governess for a daughter still grief-stricken over her mom's 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.

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.

As 1870 Europe lurches toward war, one man could turn the tide. But with his wife's mysterious death, he's thrust into a web of deceit, political intrigue, and murder that could destroy him, his children, and a nation.

Born into peace and freedom, Lavinia is stunned to learn that she will be the cause of a great war--or so the prophecies and omens claim. Her fate is sealed, however, when she meets a man from Troy.

Alexander Randall is the last heir to the Earl of Daventry and he must find himself a bride. His prayers are answered in the form of distressed midwife Julia Bancroft. But though their union would benefit both parties, Julia is reluctant to surrender her heart.

Life was quiet for the strong-willed and beautiful Regina until Jonathan came along. Looking for a marriage of convenience, Jonathan, an alluring millionaire, thought Regina would be a good wife -- but she is much more than he expects. Now the only thing on his mind is his love for Regina.

Mickey Rawlings, playing for the Detroit Tigers as a utility infielder, attends a labor meeting to satisfy his curiosity about a ballplayers' union. When the organizer dies at the meeting, Mickey is falsely accused of the murder.

In 1914 Missouri, three friends head for college, leaving behind the orphanage that's been their home. Bennett, abandoned as an infant, wants to become an engineer. Libby, with no memory of her parents, dreams of becoming an acclaimed journalist. And Pete, cast off at seven and disabled, is preparing for the Christian ministry.

Presents the second part of the author's Mysteries of Winterthurn.

Scottish lass Maggie Kerr refuses to marry a man of lesser merit. So her grandfather offers a challenge: any man who can outshoot and outride Maggie may claim her hand.