Historical Romance. In 1860s Seattle, where the land and trees are plentiful, men can easily secure 640 acres of timberland for free. The only catch is that each landowner must be married, which causes a bit of a problem for Joe Denton, whose wife has just passed away. With a judge threatening to take away his land, Joe decides to order a Mercer girl from the East--a woman he will marry in name but keep around mostly to cook. But, when 19-year-old Anna Ivey arrives, Joe and Anna find that they have both gotten much more than they bargained for. "Comical, sassy and sweet," notes Publishers Weekly.

General Fiction. Wedding planner Melissa Anderson isn't so sure that she wants to date pharmaceutical sales rep Marcus Peeples, even if he is drop-dead gorgeous. Melissa has strong beliefs about marriage, and she just can't overlook the fact that Marcus is divorced. But, after agreeing to go on one date with Marcus--who doesn't shy away from accompanying her to Bible study--Melissa must decide whether or not to let this good man get away. Fans of Stacy Hawkins Adams and Victoria Christopher Murray won't want to miss this realistic story about imperfect characters doing their best to follow the Lord.

Historical Fiction. At the age of 38, sickly poet Elizabeth Barrett, whose tyrannical father has forbidden her to ever marry, has resigned herself to a lifetime of unhappiness. But when Elizabeth travels to the Devonshire coast, her life takes an unexpected turn in the form of an admiring letter from fellow poet Robert Browning. What begins as a friendly correspondence between the pair quickly becomes something much more meaningful, but can Elizabeth find the courage to follow her heart in the face of her father's fury? Fans of biographical novels will delight in this outstanding novelization of famed Victorian poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning's life.

General Fiction. Though it has been years since his wife, Chloe, was killed, Ben Buckley has been unable to come to terms with her death. He hides behind his rigid work routine and constantly replays his marriage in his mind; more than anything, he has been unable to reconcile himself with how he treated Chloe in the weeks before her death, just after she found God. But, when two unlikely people enter Ben's narrow world, his understanding of his life begins to change and his emotional armor begins to crumble. "A perfect book for those who enjoy faith-focused, emotion-packed reading," notes Booklist.

Suspense. When Christian relief worker Amy Mallory arrives in Kabul, she is eager to change the world, but she faces monumental challenges as a woman in Afghanistan. Also newly arrived in Kabul is Special Forces veteran Steve Wilson, who is disillusioned to find that the country he fought to set free has fallen back into its old habits of greed and corruption. Meanwhile, Afghan native Jamil has returned to his homeland in hopes of finding work, but his painful past continues to haunt him. Packed with international intrigue and political drama, Veiled Freedom is a fast-paced ride from a "top-notch storyteller" (Publishers Weekly).

General Fiction. In the aftermath of a failed romance, chef Deena Livingston leaves her home in Atlanta for the North Carolina mountains, where she has just inherited a cabin from her grandfather. Upon her arrival, Deena is surprised to learn that her grandfather's will stipulates that she teach cooking classes to a ragtag group of middle-schoolers, an experience that quickly begins to change her outlook on life. Readers who enjoy poignant stories and quirky Southern writing shouldn't miss How Sweet It Is, the second novel from North Carolina-based author Alice Wisler.

Historical Fiction. When Kitty, an orphaned house slave who was raised as the "pet" of her master's daughter, meets fellow slave Grady, she has finally found someone who cares about her and who encourages her to think for herself. But when war breaks out and word spreads that the Yankees are coming, Kitty must choose between continuing to do her master's bidding--the only life she has ever known--or finding the courage to embrace freedom and follow her heart. If you enjoy this sweeping historical novel, don't miss the rest of the Reifner's Fire series, which begins with Candle in the Darkness.

Historical Fiction. In 1943, with their husbands and sons overseas, four women--Lucy, Margo, Penny, and Dottie--find support from God and in their relationships with each other. As workers at an airfield in Boise, Idaho, the friends confront loneliness, hardship, temptation, and regret, and also reflect on the consequences of difficult choices that each has made. A moving story about the power of friendship as well as a vivid portrait of life on the U.S. homefront, The Victory Club will appeal to fans of women's fiction as well as to readers who relish engrossing historical novels.

Historical Fiction. Davina McKie, a mute teenager and a gifted fiddler, is invited to entertain the Duke of Hamilton's summer guests, and it isn't long before she catches the eye of young Somerled MacDonald. However, when Somerled robs Davina of her innocence, her father and enraged brothers plot for revenge. Set in 19th-century Scotland, this reinterpretation of the biblical story of Dinah will delight readers who like Scottish locales and wrenching emotional dramas. And, if you enjoy Grace in Thine Eyes, make a note that it is the 4th in the Lowlands of Scotland series; the 1st is Thorn in My Heart.

Historical Fiction. On the Oregon Trail, 11 women of various backgrounds whose menfolk have all died band together in hopes of making it to California. During their harrowing journey, they encounter emotional, physical, and spiritual challenges, yet they somehow find the strength to go on, eventually reaching California and its rough-and-tumble mining towns. Filled with rich historical detail about life on the 19th-century American frontier, No Eye Can See is the 2nd book in the Kinship and Courage trilogy, after All Together in One Place.

Historical Fiction. In 1852 Philadelphia, winsome socialite and talented matchmaker Mia Stanely angers her wealthy family by working for Godey's Lady's Book magazine. Among other things, Mia's parents can't stand the fact that her assignments require her to snoop into other people's lives, especially now that she is in the middle of a story about downtrodden seamen's wives. But when Mia uncovers a scheme that puts her own life in danger--and her heart on the line--it becomes clear that her parents' displeasure is only one of many problems that she must confront. A Lady of High Regard is the 1st book in prolific author Tracie Peterson's Ladies of Liberty series.

Historical Fiction. At the opening of My Heart Remembers, the Irish-immigrant parents of three young children are killed in a devastating tenement fire. With no relatives to care for them, the siblings are placed on an "orphan train" bound for Missouri, and despite 8-year-old Maelle's desperate attempts to keep her family together, she, her brother, and her sister are adopted by different families. Eighteen years later, Maelle hasn't given up her hope of one day being reunited with her brother and her sister and being a family once again. With God's help, will she be able to find them? Set in the late 19th century, this uplifting book will resonate with readers who enjoy stories about the power of family.