Recently Divorced and Publicly Humiliated - Claire Karadec is Ready to Start Over in a New City. What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

Lose yourself in a story that's equal parts heartwarming, hopeful, and full of joy. Early readers are loving the witty humor, uplifting journey, and sweet, clean romance that makes Brighter than Before such a life-affirming escape. Learn more and discover a second-chance story about courage, connection, and building a life that feels truly your own.

Two broken hearts. One deadly mission. And just one avalanche dog standing between them and a killer.

Author Susan May Warren packs action and heart-pounding suspense from the rugged wilderness of Alaska into a nonstop adventure between a private investigator who’s lost all her family and a former military, SAR K9 handler where the greatest danger might be opening your heart again. Learn more about this book and series here!

The Do Great Things for God series delivers the story of an incredible woman of faith for young readers.

Elisabeth Elliot, a wife and mother who follows her husband to the jungle to become a missionary to a hard to reach corner of the world. After the death of her husband, she chooses to forgive, live with and continue to witness to the tribe responsible for his death in a display of courageous bravery in answering God’s call on her life. Easy to read, engaging and faith-based. Learn more here!

An Immersive, Exciting Journey Into History With Rich Details and A Sweet, Tender Romance…

If you enjoy historical romance with a unique time traveling twist, strong atmosphere and heartfelt stakes, this one is definitely worth picking up! Meyer will keep you engaged, entertained and admiring her masterful storytelling from beginning to end, I promise. You simply can't help but love the Timeless series!

Ready to laugh out loud? Try Not What We Pictured for the perfect summer romance!

A lighthearted, quirky romance that jumps right into humor, making this a fun, easy read where I found myself laughing out loud more than once and grinning my way through chapter after chapter. With hilarious side characters, a chemistry-filled romance and a hefty dose of comedic relief, you won’t want to miss this one.

A Faith-Centered, Interactive Devotional for Kids About the Life and Ministry of Jesus - Our Summer Devotional Choice!

This 8 week devotional dives into the extraordinary life of Jesus, His purpose, His power and His plan, engaging kids in a fun, interactive Bible study that they will love! Do this independently or together as a family, like us, and discover all the wonderful things God has in store for you and your child this year!

Posts tagged Elizabeth Goddard

3 Star Book Review: Countdown by Lynette Eason, Extreme Measures Book 4 | A Romantic Suspense Novel

Extreme Measures Book 4 · Romance & Suspense · Changed Identity

3 Star Book Review: Countdown by Lynette Eason

Author Lynette Eason is back with another nail-biting, suspense-driven novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats, wondering what will happen next! With elements of romance, faith and trust, this suspense read is sure to delight readers who enjoy a high-stakes, hidden-threat type of story!

Books + ReviewsMandy | Turquoise AvenueAugust 22, 20232023 Reads, Revell, Elizabeth Goddard, Romantic SuspenseComment

Book Review: Cold Light of Day by Elizabeth Goddard, a Romantic Suspense Novel

Law Enforcement · Hidden Identity · Intrigue

4 Star Book Review: Cold Light of Day by Elizabeth Goddard

Author Elizabeth Goddard captivated me with her brand new release, Cold Light of Day, the first book in her brand new Missing in Alaska series. This multi-layered suspense novel kept me turning the pages late into the night, rich in intrigue, danger and harrowing discoveries.

Books + ReviewsMandy | Turquoise AvenueFebruary 7, 20232023 Reads, Revell, Elizabeth Goddard, Romantic SuspenseComment

Critical Alliance by Elizabeth Goddard, Book Three in the Rocky Mountain Courage Series, A Romantic Suspense Novel

ROMANTIC SUSPENSE

A Cryptic Message, A Hidden Threat… Danger, Action and Riveting Suspense That Kept Me Turning the Pages as Quickly as I could!

From the first chapter, the enigmatic, technological undertones of this cybercrime story captivated me! Award-winning author Elizabeth Goddard never disappoints with her romantic suspense stories and this third, final installment of the Rocky Mountain Courage series is no exception!

Books + ReviewsMandy | Turquoise AvenueJuly 6, 2022Book Review, Christian Fiction, Revell, Romantic Suspense, Elizabeth GoddardComment

Deadly Target by Elizabeth Goddard, Book Two in the Rocky Mountain Courage Series, A Romantic Suspense Novel

ROMANTIC SUSPENSE

Award-winning author, Elizabeth Goddard, captivates readers with her fast-paced, dramatic new release, Deadly Target.

Once again, Elizabeth Goddard brings the breathtaking scenery of the Rocky Mountains alive with her vivid descriptions and heart-pounding suspense. I loved the intensity that Deadly Target delivered, keeping me completely captivated from beginning to end.

Books + ReviewsMandy | Turquoise AvenueNovember 22, 2021Book Review, Christian Fiction, Revell, Romantic Suspense, Elizabeth GoddardComment

★★★★★ Brighter Than Before by Courtney Walsh, A Laugh-Out-Loud RomCom About Starting Over After Divorce

Hilarious · Heartwarming · Romantic

★★★ Chapter One Again by Keelia Clarkson, A Heartfelt Story of Longing, Purpose and Love

Romance · Second Chances · Women’s Fiction

A heartfelt story of longing, belonging and finding one’s purpose along the way.

Author Keelia Clarkson debuts her first novel— a small town, charming, contemporary romance filled with lovable characters, emotional honesty and themes of love, faith, home and second chances. Learn more about this intimate, reflective novel here.

★★★ Bookmarked for Love by Sarah Monzon | A Feel-Good, Bookish Themed Contemporary Romance!

Feel-Good · Romance · Contemporary

Can a jeopardized children's library program spark a partnership that saves their careers but costs them their hearts?

In her charming rom-com style, Sarah Monzon delivers a bookish novel brimming with forced proximity, workplace romance, a curvy and plus-size heroine, the silver fox trope, and middle-age romance. For fans of Pepper Basham, Courtney Walsh, and Becky Wade.

★★★★★ Scent of Hope by Susan May Warren | A Clean, Romantic Suspense K-9 Thriller with Action and Adventure in Alaska (Call of the Wild)

Suspense · Adventure · Romance

For Kids: Elisabeth Elliot, The Brave Girl Who Chose to Love | Children's Biography - Do Great Things for God Series

BIOGRAPHY · CHILDREN · CHRISTIAN

For Girls: Abigail and the Summer Situation | A Chapter Book About Telling Your Friends About Jesus

Girls · Chapter Book · Faith

An Entertaining, Sweet Story About Learning How To Tell Your Friends About Jesus and Sharing Your Faith

What does it look like for kids to share the gospel with their friends? Join 10-year-old Abigail as she discovers God's power to save and learns about showing Christ's love to others in word and deed. Young readers will love this chapter book series with this new release just in time for summer.

★★★★ Over The Edge by Tari Faris and Susan May Warren, A Summer Rangers Series of Adventure Suspense Set in the Grand Canyon

A tech savvy hacker on the run. A park ranger with past regrets. The rugged beauty of the Grand Canyon and a thrilling, race against time!

Authors Susan May Warren and Tari Faris team up to deliver a fast-paced, exciting new release with fantastic characters, daring adventure and edge-of-your-seat suspense in Over the Edge, Book 1 of the Summer Rangers Series, a series you won’t want to miss this summer!

★★★★★ Into a Golden Era by Gabrielle Meyer | A Time Travel, Historical Fiction Novel

Time Travel · Historical · Romance

★★★★ Not What We Pictured by Becca Kinzer, A Small Town Romantic Comedy

Sweet · Clean · Romance

For Kids: Greatest of All Time by Simona Piscioneri | Extra-Ordinary Stories from the Life of Jesus, A Devotional

Elementary · Kids · Devotional

★★★★★ South of Somewhere by T.I. Lowe, A Heartfelt Story of Second Chances

Absolutely Riveting! Hands down, one of my favorite, top ten reads for 2026. T.I. Lowe is a masterful storyteller.

Raw, emotional and beautifully written, this story completely pulled me in and didn’t let go. Tackling the heavy reality of life after addiction, it's a story of restoration, hope and second chances that you do not want to miss! Grab this summer, beach read now!

★★★★ The Bookshop of 99 Doors by Jaime Jo Wright, An Atmospheric, Dual Time Gothic Suspense

Mystery · Dual Timeline · Suspense

A bookshop and an estate with a shadowed past… A Civil War mass murder, a hidden door and a ghost who haunts it’s halls.

The Bookshop of 99 Doors is another strong release from Jaime Jo Wright, who truly knows how to weave an intricate, layered story. She blends historical fiction with a modern-day thread, revealing secrets and keeping the mystery unfolding in a way that kept me turning pages late into the night.

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Recently Divorced and Publicly Humiliated - Claire Karadec is Ready to Start Over in a New City. What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

Romance · Second Chances · Women’s Fiction

A heartfelt story of longing, belonging and finding one’s purpose along the way.

Author Keelia Clarkson debuts her first novel— a small town, charming, contemporary romance filled with lovable characters, emotional honesty and themes of love, faith, home and second chances. Learn more about this intimate, reflective novel here.

Feel-Good · Romance · Contemporary

Can a jeopardized children's library program spark a partnership that saves their careers but costs them their hearts?

In her charming rom-com style, Sarah Monzon delivers a bookish novel brimming with forced proximity, workplace romance, a curvy and plus-size heroine, the silver fox trope, and middle-age romance. For fans of Pepper Basham, Courtney Walsh, and Becky Wade.

Suspense · Adventure · Romance

Two broken hearts. One deadly mission. And just one avalanche dog standing between them and a killer.

BIOGRAPHY · CHILDREN · CHRISTIAN

The Do Great Things for God series delivers the story of an incredible woman of faith for young readers.

Girls · Chapter Book · Faith

An Entertaining, Sweet Story About Learning How To Tell Your Friends About Jesus and Sharing Your Faith

What does it look like for kids to share the gospel with their friends? Join 10-year-old Abigail as she discovers God's power to save and learns about showing Christ's love to others in word and deed. Young readers will love this chapter book series with this new release just in time for summer.

Suspense · Adventure · Romance

A tech savvy hacker on the run. A park ranger with past regrets. The rugged beauty of the Grand Canyon and a thrilling, race against time!

Authors Susan May Warren and Tari Faris team up to deliver a fast-paced, exciting new release with fantastic characters, daring adventure and edge-of-your-seat suspense in Over the Edge, Book 1 of the Summer Rangers Series, a series you won’t want to miss this summer!

Time Travel · Historical · Romance

An Immersive, Exciting Journey Into History With Rich Details and A Sweet, Tender Romance…

Sweet · Clean · Romance

Ready to laugh out loud? Try Not What We Pictured for the perfect summer romance!

Elementary · Kids · Devotional

A Faith-Centered, Interactive Devotional for Kids About the Life and Ministry of Jesus - Our Summer Devotional Choice!

Romance · Second Chances · Women’s Fiction

Absolutely Riveting! Hands down, one of my favorite, top ten reads for 2026. T.I. Lowe is a masterful storyteller.

Raw, emotional and beautifully written, this story completely pulled me in and didn’t let go. Tackling the heavy reality of life after addiction, it's a story of restoration, hope and second chances that you do not want to miss! Grab this summer, beach read now!

Mystery · Dual Timeline · Suspense

A bookshop and an estate with a shadowed past… A Civil War mass murder, a hidden door and a ghost who haunts it’s halls.

The Bookshop of 99 Doors is another strong release from Jaime Jo Wright, who truly knows how to weave an intricate, layered story. She blends historical fiction with a modern-day thread, revealing secrets and keeping the mystery unfolding in a way that kept me turning pages late into the night.

Extreme Measures Book 4 · Romance & Suspense · Changed Identity

3 Star Book Review: Countdown by Lynette Eason

Law Enforcement · Hidden Identity · Intrigue

4 Star Book Review: Cold Light of Day by Elizabeth Goddard

Author Elizabeth Goddard captivated me with her brand new release, Cold Light of Day, the first book in her brand new Missing in Alaska series. This multi-layered suspense novel kept me turning the pages late into the night, rich in intrigue, danger and harrowing discoveries.

ROMANTIC SUSPENSE

A Cryptic Message, A Hidden Threat… Danger, Action and Riveting Suspense That Kept Me Turning the Pages as Quickly as I could!

From the first chapter, the enigmatic, technological undertones of this cybercrime story captivated me! Award-winning author Elizabeth Goddard never disappoints with her romantic suspense stories and this third, final installment of the Rocky Mountain Courage series is no exception!

ROMANTIC SUSPENSE

Award-winning author, Elizabeth Goddard, captivates readers with her fast-paced, dramatic new release, Deadly Target.

Once again, Elizabeth Goddard brings the breathtaking scenery of the Rocky Mountains alive with her vivid descriptions and heart-pounding suspense. I loved the intensity that Deadly Target delivered, keeping me completely captivated from beginning to end.

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