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Miriam Winthrop finds herself at a heartbreaking crossroads when she discovers that her beloved husband, Claude, has fallen for another woman. As her marriage vows—once a sacred promise—now echo through the empty halls of her home, she grapples with the question can love truly prevail? Determined to reclaim her husband, Miriam resolves to confront the situation head-on, ready to match passion with passion. Will her fierce devotion be enough to reignite the flames of their love? - Summary by LikeManyWaters

Back from the Great War, a disillusioned and broke young soldier finds an unexpected refuge in the home of Miss Marilla Chadwick, a kind-hearted old lady eagerly awaiting her nephew for dinner. Alongside them is Mary Amber, Miss Marillas neighbor, who harbors a deep disdain for men. With tensions high and sparks flying, what will unfold when he clashes with a girl in the concrete jungle? - Summary by LikeManyWaters

Cyril Gordon, a dashing young secret service agent, finds himself on the run from relentless pursuers desperate to obtain the critical information he possesses. Seeking refuge in a church, he unexpectedly ends up marrying a woman he has never met. What follows is a delightful blend of romance and humor, punctuated by thrilling chases and unexpected twists. (Summary by Gail Mattern)

Fresh out of school and feeling the weight of her fathers neglect and her stepmothers mistreatment, sixteen-year-old Dawn is thrust into an unexpected marriage with a man shes barely met. When the wedding takes a surprising turn, she finds herself scared and confused, leading her to make a bold decision to escape. Join Dawn on her captivating journey filled with adventure, self-discovery, and the pursuit of independence as she navigates the challenges of finding her own path in a world that has tried to define her. - Summary by karlkzumich

Join us on a captivating journey as a runaway bride breaks free from her controlling family and the groom she’s unsure about. Will she discover that she’s made a mistake, or will her heart lead her to true love? - Summary by Elisabeth

In this captivating tale of love and sacrifice, young and sweet Marcia finds herself entangled in a dramatic love triangle. Her vain and selfish older sister, Kate, is set to marry the dashing and respected David Spafford, a man Marcia secretly admires. But just before the wedding, Kate elopes with another man, leaving David heartbroken. When Marcia discovers the fateful note that shatters Davids dreams, her compassion leads her to offer to step in for Kate, hoping to spare him from humiliation. As she cares for him, Marcias heart begins to blossom with love for David, even as he mourns the ...

In a gripping tale of resilience and adventure, young Elizabeth is left orphaned after a cruel villain takes the life of her last brother. Determined to find her remaining family in the East, she embarks on a perilous journey across Montana on horseback. Along the way, she faces harrowing challenges, navigates the struggles between good and evil, and discovers the complexities of romance, ultimately leading her to love and unexpected fortune. A timeless classic by Grace Livingston Hill, brought to life by the enchanting narration of Gail Mattern.

Immediately after the death of the aunt who raised her, Joyce Radway's cousins treat her like a servant. They even attempt to block her from taking exams to qualify as a teacher and earn her own living. Angered by their constant demands, she impulsively grabs her hat and purse and runs to her aunt's grave to weep and rest. But she's not alone; thieves are using the cemetery to hide stolen goods, and she's heartsick to discover their leader is a man she once knew and admired.

Cyril Gordon, an intrepid Secret Service Agent, has completed part of his mission in obtaining a coded message vital to the nation's security. But desperate men are pursuing him and with the help of a handy cab and a disguise, he makes his escape. The cab deposits him at a church where, astoundingly, everyone seems to be waiting for him to complete a wedding party, certain he's the missing best man.

Elsie Hathaway has it all: beauty, brains, and a strong work ethic. Taken in by her aunt's loving family after her mother's death, Elsie has had every advantage and earned every honor her school bestows. Her older brothers and her father remained in the family home and over the years their visits to each other were sporadic. But one day she drops by unannounced and discovers that this is the place where she is needed most.

Grace Livingston Hill’s three novels about 19 century small-town America remain relevant a century after they were first published. The timeless themes include the powerful influence of gossip, the importance of faith, and the precious gift of true friendship.

After the death of her last remaining relative and the sale of her Virginia home, Ariel Custer heads north to a promised job as a librarian's assistant. But when the job falls through, lovely Ariel's plea to God for help is realized when she meets Judson Grannis and her life takes a different turn.

Fun-loving socialite Tasha Endicott is stranded at a deserted small-town train station on her way to a house party. Caught in a fierce blizzard and poorly dressed for the weather (she loses a bejeweled party slipper in the snow), she's saved from certain death when minister Thurley MacDonald appears and carries her home to his mother. Thurley is a minister, and he and his loving mother adhere to strict interpretations of the Bible. It is a strange but intriguing world to Tasha, and when it's time for her to leave, she finds her own life somewhat vacuous.

Soon-to-be heiress Betty Stanhope is a runaway bride, but not for the usual reasons - she didn't flee because of a change of heart. Reluctant about the wedding at the outset, the dutiful Betty reaches the altar to find that her groom is a different man altogether and someone she's dreaded most of her life! Before the wedding can proceed, she is taken to a room to recover from her fainting spell.

"Collision!" is the only explanation Gail Desmond hears as the ocean liner lists toward the sea. In the chaos that follows, she finds herself alone on deck with a stranger who lashes her to a makeshift raft. Moments later, she finds him floating unconscious and hauls him aboard.

This book has all the makings of a fairy tale. The lovely orphaned girl, Phoebe Deane, lives with her kind but ineffectual half-brother but is treated like an unpaid servant by his shrewish wife. A crude widower with a houseful of children is determined to have her. He repulses her but her sister-in-law helps with the scheme to get her in his clutches. Phoebe is in despair and would prefer death to living with a tyrant. Along comes a fairy godmother full of sympathy and plans to help her - and a handsome stranger....

Life held little joy for Celia Murray. Forced by poverty to leave her aunt, who had been her only source of love and warmth, Celia goes to the city to find a job. There she tries to make the best of her new home: a dreary boarding house. Then everything changes!

Aunt Crete has spent a lifetime of toil catering to the needs of her family, especially her waspish sister, Carrie, and social-climbing niece, Louella. When a telegram from a nephew from out west announces his imminent arrival, mother and daughter hasten a trip to the shore to escape the "country cousin" who they are sure will shame them.

Elizabeth is utterly alone in her Montana cabin, shocked by the sudden, brutal death of her brother, the last of her family. His killer has threatened to return and claim her, and she has only one thought: to flee across country to the East and search for relatives she has never known. With the villain and his gang in pursuit, she rides across perilous terrain, encountering those who help her and those who, in their own way, are just as dangerous as the men she is fleeing.

Miss Marilla Chadwick has been preparing a celebration for her nephew Dick's return from the war. Her young neighbor, Mary Amber, has agreed to help but she isn't excited by the prospect. She remembers the child Dick from years before as nasty and unfeeling but it means a lot to sweet Marilla to welcome her "war hero" in style. When a telegram from Dick arrives turning down the invitation, Marilla hides it and her disappointment from her friend, pondering what to do next. Then she sees a tall, young soldier walking down the road toward her house and hatches a plan.