The Marshal's Unexpected Bride

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Born and raised in Kansas, where she currently lives with her husband and children, Christina loves to talk about Jesus, read, research, history, photography, knitting, ancestry, and writing stories with happily ever afters.

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A kingdom in jeopardy

An evil queen and her royal guards will stop at nothing to find–and kill–the rightful heir to the throne of Judah. When their pursuit leads them to Mira's village, only her father's bond servant, Ari, a man shrouded in secrets, can keep Mira safe.

Abandoning his life as a temple guard and becoming an indentured servant was the only way Ari could protect young Joash, the true King of Judah, from Queen Athaliah. But his sacred duty prevents him from confessing his feelings for his master's daughter. With the future of their nation on the line, Ari and Mira will risk everything to save their people.

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Swept away from her home and into the desert, Abigail is as much a prisoner as she is a princess. A ruthlessly ambitious Captain of the Palace Guard intends to force her into marriage and rule Judah through her. Yet the badly beaten soldier Abigail rescues offers another choice–if she dares trust him.

She is royalty, yet Jesse is surprised by the gentle compassion Abigail shows him as he heals. In return, he will help her escape to Jerusalem, protecting her life with his own. But Abigail's rank and Jesse's deadly past makes any future impossible, unless forgiveness forged by love can triumph over all.

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He sent for a nanny...and ended up with a mail-order bride.

Marshal Beau Garrett penned a desperate ad for a nanny to wrangle the five unruly children he inherited. So why is this society miss at his jail claiming to be his betrothed? Penelope Parker thought the mail-order bride ad was her salvation when she fled the city and an arranged marriage. Meddling matchmakers may be to blame for the mix-up, but no matter, she won't go back. With one week to change Beau's mind, she'll just hike up her muddied skirts, tame the children and prove to her reluctant groom he needs a wife.

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Sold into slavery by her jealous sisters, Ada finds herself captive on the ship of a Greek merchant. Expecting a harsh new master, she's surprised to find the captain compassionate–and attractive. Yet she can't fall for the man who owns her–not when she watched her enslaved mother pine after her unyielding father.

Nicolaus only wants to rescue the beautiful, mistreated woman from the auction block. He plans to free Ada, just as soon as he secures his inheritance. Which means racing the ship back to his homeland to best his brother. If he loses, all his cargo will be forfeited–including Ada. But as perilous storms reveal her courage and grace, the question becomes, can his heart stand to let her go?

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A Business Arrangement 

When the railroad pushes to buy her land, orphaned Cameron Sims will do anything to keep the only home she and her sisters have ever known. Even if she must marry a stranger. But she's determined her agreement with the mysterious, dashing man–who's unlike anything the Kansas railroad town has ever seen–will remain simply business. 

Duncan Murray doesn't want a wife. He wants Sims Creek, a sanctuary that can help him forget a troubled childhood. But his reluctant, and captivating, bride-to-be is key to making his dreams a reality. And despite their business arrangement, Camy and Duncan might be signing on the dotted line for true love…

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Can they work together...to keep twin babies safe?

When twin babies are left in her store, spinster Fanny Ellis is determined to care for them until their mother is found. But when gunslinger Graham Staddler appears with a wanted poster of a woman Fanny suspects is the babies’ mother — and who Graham claims is his sister — she discovers the infants are in danger. Both seek to find the children’s mother while keeping the twins safe. But can they protect their charges without losing their hearts to each other?

Mills & Boon Love Inspired Historical — Heartfelt stories that show that faith, forgiveness and hope have the power to lift spirits and change lives.","rating":null,"stock":0,"date":{"__className":"DateTime","date":"2023-09-26 00:00:00.000000","timezone_type":3,"timezone":"Australia/Sydney"},"sale_date":{"__className":"DateTime","date":"2023-09-26 00:00:00.000000","timezone_type":3,"timezone":"Australia/Sydney"},"product_id":38232,"isbn13":"9781867295518","title":"A Family for the Twins","seo":"a-family-for-the-twins","summary":"Can they work together...to keep twin babies safe?When twin babies are left in her store, spinster Fanny Ellis is determined to care for them until their mother is found. But when gunslinger Graham...","image":"https://harpercollins-millsandboon-au.imgix.net/covers/9781867295518.jpg?auto=format&w=298&blend=https://supadu-imgix.s3.amazonaws.com/harpercollins-millsandboon-au/EBOOK.png&blend-mode=normal&blend-size=inherit&blend-y=0","hide":false,"categories":[{"name":"Historical","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC027050"},{"name":"Christian / Historical","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC042030"},{"name":"Romance / Clean & Wholesome","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC027270"}],"scheduled":[]},{"description":"

She’ll do anything for her family…even if it means marrying the man who broke her heart.

Naomi Lambright has only two months to find a husband. According to her father’s will, she must marry — or lose her family home, the farm…and be separated from her cherished siblings. But the only bachelor who will take on an Amish maed with a disability and her seven younger siblings is Abe Dienner, Naomi’s once-betrothed. She’s been let down by Abe before, and trusting him might be the ultimate act of faith. But can a marriage of convenience be the answer to Naomi’s prayers…or put her family — and her heart — at risk?

Mills & Boon Love Inspired — Heartfelt stories that show that faith, forgiveness and hope have the power to lift spirits and change lives.","rating":null,"stock":0,"date":{"__className":"DateTime","date":"2024-11-13 00:00:00.000000","timezone_type":3,"timezone":"Australia/Sydney"},"sale_date":{"__className":"DateTime","date":"2024-11-13 00:00:00.000000","timezone_type":3,"timezone":"Australia/Sydney"},"product_id":41195,"isbn13":"9781038942067","title":"A Husband For An Amish Bride","seo":"a-husband-for-an-amish-bride","summary":"...","image":"https://harpercollins-millsandboon-au.imgix.net/covers/9781038942067.jpg?auto=format&w=298&blend=https://supadu-imgix.s3.amazonaws.com/harpercollins-millsandboon-au/EBOOK.png&blend-mode=normal&blend-size=inherit&blend-y=0","hide":false,"categories":[{"name":"Romance / Clean & Wholesome","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC027270"},{"name":"Christian / Romance","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC042040"},{"name":"Contemporary","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC027020"},{"name":"Amish & Mennonite","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC053000"}],"scheduled":[]},{"description":"

Love Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope.

A Husband For An Amish Bride - Christina Rich

Naomi Lambright has only two months to find a husband. According to her father’s will, she must marry — or lose her family home, the farm…and be separated from her cherished siblings. But the only bachelor who will take on an Amish maed with a disability and her seven younger siblings is Abe Dienner, Naomi’s once-betrothed. She’s been let down by Abe before, and trusting him might be the ultimate act of faith. But can a marriage of convenience be the answer to Naomi’s prayers…or put her family — and her heart — at risk?

The Cowboy’s Christmas Treasures - Jill Kemerer (A Wyoming Legacies story)

After his father’s heart attack, ranch hand Dean McCaffrey has no choice but to temporarily take over the family business — while hiding a shameful secret. But he doesn’t expect to fall for pretty widow Brooke Dewitt and her twin toddlers while remodeling their house. Brooke is counting on Dean to make her home wheelchair-accessible by Christmas. And soon she’s dreaming of a life with the handsome cowboy. But with both their futures uncertain, can they overcome their fears…and place their trust in love?

Christmas On The Ranch - Jennifer Slattery (A Sage Creek novel)

Country living is the last thing caregiver Evie Bell wants — but she goes where the work takes her. And this time, that’s a Texas ranch full of terrifying bulls and a handsome cowboy and single dad. Thankfully, the position is temporary. But spending time with Monte Bowman and his twin daughters while caring for his great-aunt will only make it harder to leave. Evie’s here to help this family — not join it. And there’s no place for her at Monte’s side…especially once he learns the secret she’s been hiding.

For more stories filled with love and faith, look for Love Inspired December 2024 Box Set – 1 of 2

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