Jake Walker's Wife by Loree Lough

So what's happening with Loree Lough lately. Lots of things. Besides her recent series release 'First Responders', Loree has brought back to her readers one of her best stories. How can you go wrong with a handsome wayward cowboy and a heroine made of stouter stuff that falls for him?

LOVE HAPPENED TO OTHER PEOPLE…
…not a man wanted—dead or alive! For ten long years, Jake Walker has been on the run from murder, marshals, and bad memories. But now he has found Bess Beckley, whose caring heart and boundless soul could stop any man in his tracks.

Two young brothers and a grieving pa were the only men in Bess's life. Knowing they needed her was enough...until the day tall Texan Jake Walker rode onto the ranch and awakened dreams of impossible things...like love and a life of her own!

She is determined to take away the haunted look in Jake's eyes and make him hers--forever.

In Kindle:  http://tinyurl.com/bckx7kl

Loree's Website: 
http://www.loreelough.com/

Photograph for the cover by Barbara H Campbell: Authors contact Barbara if you are looking for a book cover photo. http://studio11photos.com/

LOREE IS SENDING READERS HER BOOKMARKS! If you'd like one, please post a comment and include your email address. That way Loree with privately contact you.
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THE GUARDIAN DUKE by Jamie Carie

Book One in The Forgotten Castles series:


The Guardian Duke is award-winning novelist Jamie Carie’s most exciting story yet, a uniquely arranged Regency-era romantic adventure where hero and heroine know each other through written letters but have yet to meet.

Gabriel, the Duke of St. Easton, is ordered by the King to take guardianship over Lady Alexandria Featherstone whose parents are presumed dead after failing to return from a high profile treasure hunt. But Alexandria ignores this royal reassignment, believing her parents are still alive and duly following clues that may lead to their whereabouts. Gabriel, pressured by what are actually the King’s ulterior motives, pursues her across windswept England and the rolling green hills of Ireland but is always one step behind.

When they do meet, the search for earthly treasure will pale in comparison to what God has planned for both of them.

 Comments from Readers on Amazon:

'This book kept me captivated!! The suspense at the end is amazing. Starting the second book asap!!! Love this book!'

'Jamie does a fantastic job of creating a story that grabs on to your imagination and doesn't let go until the end.'

 'A book which is without comparison and which surpassed and exceeded all expectations by an absolutely incredible author, who has plucked out my heart and left it within the 1800's. A truly outstanding book that takes this genre to exceptional new heights and my chosen book of the year.'


 Don't you just love the cover and that red cape? Visit Jamie on Facebook and at her website.

 http://jamiecarie.com/the-guardian-duke-release-date-february-2012

NEW RELEASE ~ FORSAKEN DREAMS BY MARYLU TYNDALL

Embark on a seafaring adventure in a brand-new series from bestselling author MaryLu Tyndall. After witnessing the death and destruction caused by the Civil War, Colonel Blake Wallace is eager to leave his once precious Southern homeland for the pristine shores of Brazil and the prospect of a new utopian community. 

Widow Eliza Crawford seeks passage on Wallace’s ship harboring a dirty secret—and a blossoming hope for a fresh start. But will dangers from the sea and from man keep them from the peace and love they long for?

 Just when I thought MaryLu could not possibly top her last book, she totally blows me away with another! This book is utterly fantastic, and I had a terrible time putting it down. Not only does the plot surround the hero and heroine, but there are also fascinating subplots involving the secondary characters aboard the ship. ...Very well written with realistic characters, an utterly compelling storyline, and tremendous use of imagery, I can honestly say...MaryLu Tyndall has crafted a masterpiece here! I simply can't wait for Book Two in this series!
(Diana Flowers Sharing Stories of Faith and God's Healing Power)

 First in a brand-new series from bestselling author MaryLu Tyndall, Forsaken Dreams launches readers on a romantic adventure as Colonel Blake Wallace leaves the war-torn South behind to build a utopian society in Brazil. 

But will unexpected dangers on the ship and the secret of one captivating lady keep him from beginning anew?

MaryLu's website:  http://www.marylutyndall.com/

NEW RELEASE ~ BEYOND THE VALLEY, Book 3 in The Daughters of the Potomac Series

Released February 1, 2013.

When Sarah Carr's husband Jamie drowns, her young life is shattered and takes a turn that she never expected. Pregnant and widowed, she reaches out to Jamie's family for help, but they are unwilling. Instead they devise a plan to have her kidnapped through deception and taken to the Colonies to live a life of servitude.

In Virginia, Sarah is auctioned to a kindly gentleman to serve his eccentric wife. After she meets Dr. Alex Hutton, and is loaned to him to help with his orphaned nieces, hope comes alive he will find a way to free her. But when The Woodhouses go bankrupt and sell off all they own, Sarah is sent away. She faces hardships in the wilderness, and is soon surrounded by a family's whirlwind of secrets, praying the young doctor she loves will find her again and bring her freedom.

‘Praise for 'Beyond the Valley'

Creating characters with intense realism and compassion is one of Gerlach's gifts. Her books typically involve dramatic situations, giving her characters a chance to rise above their adversity. Beyond the Valley is a shining example of that, reminding us that we are never forsaken. This is the third in the Daughters of the Potomac series. Sarah's character was introduced in the first novel, Before the Scarlet Dawn, and now she has her own heart-wrenching story that takes us from England to Virginia and Maryland. The historic setting is vividly descriptive, bringing the story to life, almost becoming a character unto itself. You may shed some tears, but you'll come away with deep contentment and satisfaction of a story well told.                         (Review in RT (Romantic Times) Book Reviews Magazine - 4 stars)

http://www.rtbookreviews.com/book-review/beyond-valley

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Book 3 in the Daughters of the Potomac series, 'Beyond the Valley, is available in ebook and paperback in all fine bookstores.

Amazon  http://tinyurl.com/8dta3o2

Buy the entire series from Christianbooks.com

http://tinyurl.com/aclvcl8

 Rita Gerlach lives in central Maryland with her husband and two sons. She has published seven novels and is currently writing a novel set in the Edwardian era.

Visit Rita’s Website
http://ritagerlach.blogspot.com

A Light in the Window by Julie Lessman

One Woman. Two Men.
One stirs her pulse and the other her faith.
But who will win her heart?

Marceline Murphy is a gentle beauty with a well-founded aversion to rogues. But when two of Boston's most notorious pursue her, she encounters a tug-of-war of the heart she isn’t expecting. Sam O’Rourke is the childhood hero she’s pined for, the brother of her best friend and a member of the large, boisterous family to which she longs to be a part. So when his best friend Patrick O’Connor joins in pursuit of her affections, the choice seems all too clear. Sam is from a family of faith and Patrick is not, two rogues whose wild ways clash head-on with Marcy’s—both in her faith and in her heart.

While overseeing the Christmas play fundraiser for the St. Mary’s parish soup kitchen—A Light in the Window—Marcy not only wrestles with her attraction to both men, but with her concern for their spiritual welfare. The play is based on the Irish custom of placing a candle in the window on Christmas Eve to welcome the Holy Family, and for Marcy, its message becomes deeply personal. Her grandmother Mima cautions her to guard her heart for the type of man who will respond to the "light in the window," meaning the message of Christ in her heart. But when disaster strikes during the play, Marcy is destined to discover the truth of the play’s message first-hand when it becomes clear that although two men have professed their undying love, only one has truly responded to “the light in the window.”



In Kindle!   http://www.amazon.com/Light-Window-ebook/dp/B0091JZXXK/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1345902831&sr=1-1&keywords=a+light+in+the+window+by+julie+lessman&fb_source=message


Julie's Website: Check out Julie's other novels and book series
http://www.julielessman.com/contest/

WINGS OF THE NIGHTINGALE Series

In this series from Revell, three World War II flight nurses discover friendship, love, and peril in the skies and on the shores of the Mediterranean.

With Every Letter, September 2012 — now available at your local bookstore, or on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and ChristianBook.com.

As part of a morale-building program, World War II flight nurse Lt. Mellie Blake begins an anonymous correspondence with Army engineer Lt. Tom MacGilliver in North Africa. As their letters crisscross the Atlantic, they develop a deep friendship. But when they're both transferred to Algeria, will their future be held hostage by the past—or will they reveal their identities?


  

REVIEWS

Historical romance specialist Sundin opens another WWII-era series with a well-researched and absorbing tale…Sundin has such a gift for compelling scenes and details…WWII-era fans won’t be able to put it down. ~ Publishers Weekly

Four and a Half Stars. “Sundin skillfully uses alternating point of view between Mellie and Tom and pulls readers into their lives. The themes of anonymity and growing love linking the two makes this story a romantic read.” ~ RT Book Reviews

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On Distant Shores, June 2013 — Lt. Georgie Taylor serves as a flight nurse in Sicily and Italy, while the goals of pharmacist Sgt. John "Hutch" Hutchinson are frustrated at every turn. As Georgie and Hutch care for American soldiers, tragedy brings them together. But will their differences keep them apart?
With Every Beat (working title), June 2014 — Flight nurse Lt. Kay Jobson collects hearts wherever she flies, but C-47 pilot Lt. Roger Cooper is immune to her charms. Throughout Italy and southern France, as she evacuates the wounded and he delivers paratroopers and supplies, every beat of their hearts draws them where they don't want to go.

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WINGS OF GLORY SERIES
Wings of Glory, a three-book series of historical romances, follows the three Novak brothers, B-17 bomber pilots with the US Eighth Air Force in World War II.

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A Distant Melody: (book 1) available from Revell at your local bookstore or on-line at Amazon, Christianbook.com, or Barnes and Noble.
Allie Miller is promised to a man she doesn’t love, but Lt. Walter Novak, a furloughed B-17 bomber pilot, captures her heart. Will she honor her family’s wishes or take a chance on true love?

REVIEWS

Sundin’s debut Christian historical romance introduces an emotionally gripping, detail-rich but fast-paced trilogy. Romance readers and military history buffs will find much of interest here. ~Booklist
Editors’ Choice. 

An impressive World War II romance full of courage, sacrifice, and lessons learned. The time Sundin has put into researching aviation during the war is evident, and she does an excellent job weaving those details into the story. Perfectly plotted, dramatic and full of tension, this is an excellent start to the new Wings of Glory series. Highly recommended. ~Historical Novels Review
 

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A Memory Between Us (book 2) available from Revell at your local bookstore or on-line at Amazon, Christianbook.com, or Barnes & Noble.
Maj. Jack Novak has never failed to meet a challenge until he meets Lt. Ruth Doherty, a striking nurse with a shameful secret. Can Jack break down her defenses? Or are they destined to go their separate ways?
2011 Finalist in the Inspirational Reader’s Choice Awards
On Booklist's 2010 Top 10 Inspirational Fiction List



 REVIEWS

Starred Review. Sundin’s second wartime inspirational romance…is an exceptional read. Sundin’s novel features characters living large under emotional and physical stress, while the setting provides invaluable details and insights into the wartime mindset. –Booklist

Four and a Half Stars. Strong historical facts woven together with persuasive characters makes A Memory Between Us…a gripping tale of war, intrigue and love. Tight, skillful writing is an added perk to this must-read romance. –RT Book Reviews.

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Blue Skies Tomorrow (book 3): available from Revell at your local bookstore or on-line at Amazon, Christianbook.com, or Barnes & Noble.
Young widow Helen Carlisle buries her pain in volunteer work, but the sparks of her romance with Lt. Raymond Novak fling them both into peril. Can they find the courage they need to face their trials?

 REVIEWS

Four and a half stars. With strong historical detail and superb characters, this may be the best yet. A great read for those who love romance, WWII-era settings or just satisfying stories. –RT Book Reviews

In her third WWII-set Christian romance, Sundin skillfully addresses several difficult issues...and invests her protagonists with the resilience of hope born out of faith. –Booklist

(Posted with permission from Sarah's website)  http://www.sarahsundin.com/index.html