The Redemption of Caralynne Hayman
By Carole Brown (Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas)
Release date: October 7, 2013
USA Best Books Winner – Christian Small Publisher Book of the Year Award – EPIC’s eBook Awards for Romantic Suspense – Selah Awards finalist – Genesis semi-finalist – Clash of the Titles finalist – Laurel Awards finalist – Runner-up, Oklahoma RWA International Digital Book AwardsWhat would you do to avenge the murder of your daughter?Caralynne Hayman is angry and bitter over the abuse and death of her eleven-year-old daughter at the hands of a radical religious cult—The Children of Righteous Cain. So when her husband, a founding member of the cult, suffers a massive heart attack, Caralynne stands by while her husband dies. Caralynne’s secret seems safe until Dayne MacFarland returns. Determined to learn the truth about the cult, his investigation, and his rekindled love for Caralynne, lead the pair toward a confrontation with the group’s elders. Can Dayne’s love for Caralynne bridge the gulf of anger and bitterness that divides the community? Or will Caralynne’s deadly secrets prove too high a price for her redemption?Inspirational content (I): Content of an inspirational/religious nature.
The Reluctant Duchess (Ladies of the Manor Book #2)
By Roseanna M. White (Bethany House Publishers)
Release date: April 5, 2016
A Riveting Edwardian Series Set among Britain’s High SocietyLady Rowena Kinnaird may be the heiress to a Highland earldom, but she has never felt good enough–not for her father, not for the man she thought she’d marry, not for God. But after a shocking attack, she’s willing to be forever an outcast if it means escaping Loch Morar. Brice Myerston, the Duke of Nottingham, has found himself in possession of a rare treasure his enemies are prepared to kill for. While Brice has never been one to shy away from manor-born ladies, the last thing he needs is the distraction of Lady Rowena, who finds herself in a desperate situation. But when Rowena’s father tries to trap Brice into marrying his daughter, Brice makes a surprising decision.
The Reluctant Warrior (High Sierra Sweethearts Book #2)
By Mary Connealy (Bethany House Publishers)
Release date: October 2, 2018
Union army officer Cameron Scott is used to being obeyed, but nothing about this journey to Lake Tahoe has gone as expected. He’s come to fetch his daughter and nephew, and seek revenge on the people who killed his brother. Instead he finds himself trapped by a blizzard with two children who are terrified of him and stubborn but beautiful Gwen Harkness, who he worries may be trying to keep the children. When danger descends on the cabin where they’re huddled, Cam is hurt trying to protect everyone and now finds Gwen caring for him too. He soon realizes why the kids love her so much and wonders if it might be best for him to move on without them.
The Reluctant Witness (Love Inspired Suspense)
By Kathleen Tailer ()
Release date: October 1, 2013
The Rescue (All Roads Lead to Texas Book 1)
By Tanya Eavenson (All Roads Publishing)
Release date: September 2, 2019
Sometimes the path to freedom is found in an unexpected future. Upon the death of her mother, Rosalind Standford’s life shatters, the pieces scattering to the wind when she is forced into a betrothal to a cunning banker. But when a telegram arrives announcing the man who captured her heart is on a train to Boston, Rosalind must hide her true feelings before the thin cord of her existence unravels the deadly secrets she keeps. Cowboy Trent Easton returns to his roots in Boston society to find his childhood friend, the love of his heart. Instead he finds a broken woman engaged to a man close to her father’s age.
The Rescue (All Roads Lead to Texas)
By Tanya Eavenson (All Roads Publishing)
Release date: September 1, 2019
Sometimes the path to freedom is found in an unexpected future. Upon the death of her mother, Rosalind Standford’s life shatters, the pieces scattering to the wind when she is forced into a betrothal to a cunning banker. But when a telegram arrives announcing the man who captured her heart is on a train to Boston, Rosalind must hide her true feelings before the thin cord of her existence unravels the deadly secrets she keeps. Cowboy Trent Easton returns to his roots in Boston society to find his childhood friend, the love of his heart. Instead he finds a broken woman engaged to a man close to her father’s age.
The Rescuer (The O’Malley Series #6)
By Dee Henderson (Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.)
Release date: November 1, 2005
Stephen O’Malley is a paramedic who has been rescuing people all his life. His friend Meghan is in trouble: Stolen jewels are turning up in interesting places, and she’s in the middle of it. Stephen is about to run into a night he will never forget?a kidnapping, a tornado, and a race to rescue the woman he loves. Introducing the O’Malleys, an inspirational group of seven, all abandoned or orphaned as teens, who have made the choice to become a loyal and committed family. They have chosen their own surname, O’Malley, and have stood by each other through moments of joy and heartache.
The Rookie’s Assignment (Fitzgerald Bay)
By Valerie Hansen (Love Inspired Suspense)
Release date: February 14, 2012
Law enforcement in Fitzgerald Bay is full of Fitzgeralds, from the chief of police to brand-new detective Keira Fitzgerald. Are they tampering with a murder investigation to protect one of their own? Internal affairs detective Nick Delfino is sent undercover to investigate the powerful clan. Yet the deeper he digs, the more Nick comes to admire the Fitzgeralds…especially his rookie partner, Keira. When a killer targets Nick, can he maintain his cover, catch his attacker and protect Keira while the looming danger closes in?
The SEAL’s Secret Child (Navy SEAL Defenders)
By Elisabeth Rees (Love Inspired Suspense)
Release date: March 1, 2017
SHIELDING HIS FAMILY Defending an accused kidnapper could get attorney Josie Bishop killed—but facing the father of her child for the first time in seven years could destroy her heart. Yet when her ex-fiancé, former SEAL Edward “Blade” Harding, shows up at her door ready to offer his protection, she can’t deny him. Nor can she deny him the chance to know their son. Then shots are fired at Josie’s home and a brick is thrown through her window with a scrawled note that says “Drop the case or pay the price. ” Now Blade is more determined than ever to protect his newfound family at all costs.
The Search: The Secrets of Crittenden County, Book Two
By Shelley Shepard Gray (Avon Inspire)
Release date: June 19, 2012
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray continues her Secrets of Crittenden County series with The Search—a page-turning romance novel that’s tinged with mystery, set in Kentucky Amish country. One of the most popular writers of Christian romantic fiction with Amish themes—a much beloved romantic storyteller who stands alongside such notable novelists as Beverly Lewis, Wanda Brunstetter, and Cindy Woodsmall—Gray returns once more to a small devout community rocked by the murder of a young, black sheep neighbor. An unforgettable tale of romance, faith, and duty, The Search tells the story of a love that blossoms between a young woman who’s guarding shocking secrets about the victim, and the dedicated “Englisher” homicide detective who has arrived from the outside world to investigate.