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We had a deal: one night, no names, no strings. CHLOE He was charming, attentive, and exactly what I needed for one unforgettable night. Then I slipped out before sunrise, sure I’d never see him again. Now I’m in Emerald Creek, a small town full of charm, gossip, and zero anonymity—running my late uncle’s restaurant…the one right next door to his pub. And Justin? He acts like my presence alone is an insult. I don’t know what I did to make him hate me, but I don’t have time to figure it out. This job is all I have. The only problem? It’s hard to ignore the sparks that fly ...

I’m just here to bake. He’s a single dad trying to stay sane. But the heat between us? That’s not part of the recipe. All I had to do was complete a short baking apprenticeship, collect my inheritance, and walk away. Instead, I got Christopher Wright—this small town’s gruff, gorgeous baker, a devoted father, and the one man determined to keep me at arm’s length. Now I’m living under his roof, working in his kitchen, and sleeping way too close to his bedroom. And every day, it gets harder to remember that this is temporary. Christopher doesn’t need distractions—especially ...

Emma, a college sophomore, rents a room in a mysterious Victorian house, looking for a quiet place to study. When she discovers a stunning antique mirror tucked away in the attic, everything changes. The more she gazes into it, the more her reflection transforms—flawless skin, luminous eyes, an intoxicating beauty she always wanted to possess. Strange sensations and seductive whispers begin to creep through the glass. A haunting presence reveals himself—a vampire trapped between worlds, promising eternal beauty and pleasure beyond imagination. All she has to do is help him escape. When ...

Friends don’t kiss. Especially not your best friend. Especially not when your ex walks in with your sister, your family’s watching, and you’re holding the cake you spent hours perfecting—your sugar-laced reminder that you’re a pastry chef now, even if no one seems to notice. But when Colton Harper—my best friend and the most dependable man I know—swoops in and pretends to be my boyfriend, I let him. He says he’s just helping me save face. That it’s no big deal. Except now he’s calling me sweetness, touching me like I’m more than a friend, and kissing me like he means ...

Emma Griffin is a famed FBI agent in her field. When she is called to a production set to investigate several missing actors and actresses, an oppressive, venomous tension greets her upon arrival. With multiple suspects and countless conflicts in play, both the film and the case have turned into a nonstop action-packed drama, laced with nuclear-level toxicity. While the independent director loses his marbles at every turn, the rest of the crew seems to have too many screws loose.

After her best-friend is murdered in cold blood, to escape her traumas and big city life, Riley moves back to Pine Brooke. There she takes a position as the town’s detective. When she receives a call regarding a young girl in the woods, she never expected the terror of events that would soon unfold. It seems the thin and malnourished girl had fallen to her death. But closer examination of the body reveals new layers to the mystery. Was she running from something?

In the compelling conclusion to the New York Times best-seller Her Mother’s Hope, Christy Award-winning author Francine Rivers explores the sorrow that can tear families apart and the grace that can heal the deepest wounds. Just as Carolyn had formed a stronger bond with her Oma Marta than with her mother, so Carolyn’s daughter is drawn to her grandma more than to a mom who’s caught up in the 1960s counterculture....

When Logan's daughter goes missing, abducted by a family member. Riley does everything in her power to find her. Not long after that, a string of murdered victims are found in the woods. From a camper to a fisherman, and many others killed in bizarre manners. Faced with a string of gruesome murders, and a case beyond her jurisdiction, Riley must navigate this difficult terrain and perform the most difficult balancing act of her career.

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Savy St. James is a sad lonely girl with too many secrets to count. She hides away in her oversized frumpy clothes and thick glasses wishing she was brave enough to be seen without her mask. One small favor backfires and forces her into a fake date deal by the school’s hot shot quarterback. Him and his three best friends treat her like a pet to play with and are careless with her until she’s had enough and breaks the deal.

Yetu holds the memories for her people - water-dwelling descendants of pregnant African slave women thrown overboard by slave owners - who live idyllic lives in the deep. Their past, too traumatic to be remembered regularly, is forgotten by everyone, save one - the historian. This demanding role has been bestowed on Yetu. Yetu remembers for everyone, and the memories, painful and wonderful, traumatic and terrible and miraculous, are destroying her. And so, she flees to the surface, escaping the memories, the expectations, and the responsibilities.

Monsters come in all forms. The deadliest ones are those close to you. FBI agent Emma Griffin has faced many tragedies in her life. She joined the bureau in hopes of uncovering the truth behind her past. When Nadia Holmes, a single mother on the run from her ex, goes missing, Emma is called in to investigate the case in a small rural town. There, she stumbles upon a web of deception and betrayal. One that leads her down a rabbit hole involving several missing women spanning over a decade. Stalkers, predators, and a pit full of venom.

We are the promises we make, the vows we keep, and the oaths we dare not break. When PI Dean Steele received a call from his high school sweetheart Brielle, he never imagined it would lead him to the discovery of her lifeless body. His hunt for her killer takes him on the road to the biggest mystery of his life. Could Brielle have been hiding his child? What secrets was she hiding from Dean and even her own family? While searching for the killer of the woman he once loved. He uncovered more secrets that will change everything he thought he knew. This is the promise that defines us. The last...

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When Major Gryffth Hockaday is called to the front lines of the Civil War, his new bride is left to care for her husband's 300-acre farm and infant son. Placidia, a mere teenager herself living far from her family and completely unprepared to run a farm or raise a child, must endure the darkest days of the war on her own. By the time Major Hockaday returns two years later, Placidia is bound for jail, accused of having borne a child in his absence and murdering it. What really transpired in the two years he was away?

River Crossing Connection is the podcast for River Crossing YMCA professionals. Serving the regions of Bucks County and the Lehigh Valley in PA, as well as Hunterdon County in NJ, River Crossing Connection aims to bring direct service staff and leaders closer together through stories and experiences working for River Crossing Y. Content, topic and interview suggestions may be submitted by any RCY staff member via this form: https://forms.gle/AGaaz1Ze7aycLVrU8. Hope you enjoy!

At a beloved local theme park, all has not been well. After an inexplicable fire ravaged the park, the community united to rebuild the attractions. The grand re-opening ceremony was filled with excitement and hope. But the laughter soon turned into screams. PI Dean Steele has solved countless cases. Endured life's many tragedies, including the murder of his first love. Just as he begins to piece his life back together and reconnect with his hidden son, he is called into a new, bewildering case. The town is baffled by a series of unexpected fires and an unidentifiable burnt victim. As Dean ...

When an unexpected storm hits, forcing a young couple on a road trip to seek shelter within an abandoned school in the woods, they witness strange phenomena and stumble upon corpses. Soon FBI agent Emma Griffin finds herself in the middle of a case that forces her to investigate the past to sort out the mystery behind the twisted occurrences in the present. With a trail of missing girls, strange oddities, and red herrings, Emma and all involved find much more than they bargained for.

In The Scribe, the fifth and final book in the Sons of Encouragement series, beloved author Francine Rivers illuminates the life of Silas. Like the other Sons of Encouragement, this book tells the story of a lesser-known biblical character who made an impact on eternity. The Scribe tells the story of Silas, the man behind the spotlight who recorded most of the New Testament Scriptures we know today.

One Proposition. LAUREN I've been married to Caleb for fifteen years, and our love has only deepened. But there's a fantasy I've kept hidden—a desire to see him with another man. When I finally confess my secret longing, I'm surprised by his reaction. He's not just open to the idea; he's been thinking about it too. Unexpected Desires. CALEB I’ve always loved Lauren completely, but there's a part of me I've kept hidden—a memory of a night with my college roommate, Marcus. When Lauren suggests inviting Marcus into our lives, I'm terrified but also exhilarated. As we explore this new ...