New Releases by Irene Hannon

Businessman Dies Of Boredom In One-Stoplight Town Not even that headline–however true–would save the Oak Hill Gazette. Mark Campbell had been sent to the tiny Missouri town with one goal: to convince Abby Warner to sell her family''s financially troubled newspaper to his conglomerate. Then he''d head back to the city and never look back.

He''s an officer...but is he a gentleman? Not if you ask feisty single mom Kate MacDonald! Everything about Lieutenant Craig Cole, Nantucket''s new Coast Guard commander, rubs her the wrong way. Worse, everyone else is smitten with the man–including Kate''s four-year-old daughter.

MAGGIE HAD LEARNED HER LESSON Once upon a time, sensible Maggie Fitzgerald was a starry-eyed romantic. She''d loved Jake West from their first trembling teenage kiss, when he''d vowed to make her his wife. And she''d built her future on Jake''s broad shoulders, never imagining another ending… But Jake had left town, and Maggie had made a life for herself and two orphaned nieces without him. Until Jake miraculously happened upon her remote inn, ardent to make amends…and finally claim Maggie as his. Forgiveness came easy, for she''d never forgotten Jake. But did Maggie dare to believe, at long last, in happily-ever-after?

FROM HEAVEN TO HELL… Three years ago, married father Scott Mitchell had everything a man could want. Then, in a blinding instant, a fateful error in judgment shattered his perfect world. Yet through the long years in prison, Scott found his faith—even as his estranged wife was losing hers…. TO HEAVEN AGAIN? Consumed by grief, Jess had never intended her path to cross Scott''s again. Now he was back, asking her forgiveness—and more. He wanted to rebuild their lives together. Yet how could she put her trust in the man she blamed for her most tragic loss—and in the Lord who had abandoned her in her darkest hour?

In this taut romantic suspense, a woman who has devoted her life to protecting children now needs protecting herself.

As a social worker, Alison Taylor has a passion for protecting children and seeing that justice is served on their behalf. But when she starts getting harassing phone calls and bizarre \"gifts,\" it seems she may be the one in need of protection. When her tormentor''s attentions take a violent turn, her brother Cole comes to her aid, along with his new partner, an ex-Navy SEAL, Detective Mitch Morgan. As her relentless stalker turns up the heat, Mitch takes a personal interest in the case. Protecting Alison has become more than just a job--because his own happiness now depends on keeping her safe. Chock full of nail-biting suspense and heart-melting romance, Deadly Pursuit is Irene Hannon''s storytelling at its very best. Fans old and new will not want to miss the next story in this series starring siblings fighting for justice.

After her beloved aunt Jo passed away, sassy redhead A. J. Williams inherited her aunt''s bookstore...and the store''s handsome manager, Blake Williams. Like oil and water, A.J. and Blake didn''t mix. A.J.''s motto had always been Go with the Flow, and God Will Lead the Way, while Blake lived a practical, conservative life. But they had to find a middle ground when they were forced to work together to solve a problem that could affect both their lives. Could their budding friendship-and a bit of divine guidance-lead to the love of a lifetime? Because with Aunt Jo''s legacy, anything was possible....

When city girl Morgan Williams arrived in Seaside, Maine, on Christmas Eve, to claim the cottage she''d inherited, she came face-to-face with the handsomest man she''d ever seen. But looks weren''t the only thing that Grant Kincaid had to offer. And when he enlisted Morgan''s help to raise money for Good Shepherd Camp for troubled kids, she realized there were more important things in life than expensive cars and fancy clothes. Soon Morgan was yearning for a different life...one that included faith and a strong, steadfast Grant by her side.

When Rebecca Matthews saved an injured stranger, she never realized how her lonely life would be forever changed. For although reporter Zach Wright had been too confused to ask the name of his beautiful Good Samaritan—and despite Rebecca''s attempt to remain anonymous—Zach soon discovered his angel of mercy. Like sunlight warming his chilly soul, Rebecca reminded him that true goodness still endured. Zach prayed that God''s grace would shine on him once more. For how else could the world-weary loner give Rebecca what her heart most wanted...a family of her own.

After giving up a high-powered corporate job, mom-to-be Kelsey Anderson decides to follow her dream. She moves to her late grandmother''s lake house and decides to open a quilting shop in town. Then former army doctor Luke Turner moves in next door. The war-weary man stirs feelings in Kelsey that soon make her rethink all her plans. But she has some hard decisions to make, and worries if Luke will ever accept her and her baby. Kelsey must come to terms with the past, and trust there''s a future with Luke in God''s plan...

After losing her photographer fiancé in an act of violence overseas, reporter Caroline James sought solace in home and family in St. Louis. Hoping to heal her shattered life, she threw herself into work at a local newspaper. Then David Sloan walked into her office.… Since the day he''d met her — as his brother''s fiancée — David had secretly cared for Caroline. Surely the Lord had led him back to Caroline for a purpose…to help each other past their mutual tragedy and to learn to live and love again.

A widowed single dad is reunited with his high school sweetheart when she becomes his boss in this inspirational romance from a RITA award–winning author. The Davis Landing Observer Page 5 The Gossip Guru has scandalous news about the beleaguered Hamilton family: Seems patriarch Wallace had an illegitimate child with someone well-known within the community. Does Mrs. Hamilton know about this? In other Hamilton family news, daughter Amy recently hired old flame Bryan Healey to write for Nashville Living. Wonder how gracious the single dad will be in taking orders from the woman who broke his heart? But what eldest daughter wants, she gets. And Amy wants this family man to be hers. . . .

\"Fatal Judgment is Irene Hannon''s storytelling at its best. I enjoyed every minute.\"--Dee Henderson U.S. Marshal Jake Taylor has seen plenty of action during his years in law enforcement. But he''d rather go back to Iraq than face his next assignment: protection detail for federal judge Liz Michaels. His feelings toward Liz haven''t warmed in the five years since she lost her husband--and Jake''s best friend--to possible suicide. How can Jake be expected to care for the coldhearted workaholic who drove his friend to despair? As the danger mounts and Jake gets to know Liz better, his feelings slowly start to change. When it becomes clear that an unknown enemy may want her dead, the stakes are raised. Because now both her life--and his heart--are in mortal danger.

U.S. Marshal Jake Taylor has seen plenty of action during his years in law enforcement. But he''d rather go back to Iraq than face his next assignment: protection detail for federal judge Liz Michaels. His feelings toward Liz haven''t warmed in the five years since she lost her husband--and Jake''s best friend--to possible suicide. How can Jake be expected to care for the coldhearted workaholic who drove his friend to despair? As the danger mounts and Jake gets to know Liz better, his feelings slowly start to change. When it becomes clear that an unknown enemy may want her dead, the stakes are raised. Because now both her life--and his heart--are in mortal danger. Full of the suspense and romance Irene Hannon''s fans have come to love, Fatal Judgment is a thrilling story that will keep readers turning the pages late into the night.

Irene Hannon explores the gift of love in these holiday stories One Special Christmas It started with her daughter''s tummy aches. But Dr. Eric Carlson has more than medicine to offer Kate Nolan. First, he finds a babysitter for the single mom''s little girl. Next, he''ll mend Kate''s tattered heart…just in time for Christmas. Home for the Holidays Sparks fly every time Nick Sinclair encounters Laura Taylor, yet the skittish widow holds Nick at arm''s length. Her past has shaken her trust in God…and in love. But a leap of faith could win her a Christmas treasure—a lifetime of Nick''s devotion.

Filled with palpable suspense and a touch of romance, "In Harm''s Way" is the final installment of the thrilling Heroes of Quantico series.

How to help a fatherless little boy deal with painful memories? Widowed mother Catherine Walker hopes a fresh start and a new home on Nantucket Island is the answer. But when she hires a handsome carpenter to help with renovations, she soon discovers that Nathan Clay''s tool set also includes a smile maker. Suddenly her son is happier. And so is she. Yet Nathan has a painful past of his own, one that may keep them apart. Unless they can both rebuild their hearts and lives.

His Nantucket neighbor is trying to fix him up with Marci Clay? First of all, Dr. Christopher Morgan doesn''t date. Not since his last relationship ended in tragedy. And second, he and the pretty waitress with the secretive past come from two different worlds. Worlds that he will not let collide during the few weeks she has left on the island. Besides, Marci seems as wary of him as he is of her. Until he discovers a special cure for the sadness in her emerald green eyes: a heaping dose of faith, trust and love.

Der FBI-Agent Evan Cooper versteht sein Handwerk. Doch sein neuester Auftrag stellt selbst ihn vor eine grosse Herausforderung. Seine Schutzperson, die sturköpfige Diplomatentochter Monica Callahan, wird von Terroristen bedroht. Trotz bester Sicherheitsvorkehrungen gelingt es ihnen, Monica zu entführen und an einem geheimen Ort gefangen zu halten. Ein Wettlauf mit der Zeit beginnt. Evan Cooper ist frustriert und verwirrt: Noch nie hat er bei einem Auftrag derart versagt. Und noch nie ist eine Frau seinem Herzen so nahe gekommen wie Monica. Wird er es schaffen, sie zu befreien, bevor das Ultimatum abläuft? Irene Hannon studierte Psychologie und Journalistik. Sie kündigte ihren Job bei einem Weltunternehmen, um sich dem Schreiben zu widmen. In ihrer Freizeit spielt sie in Gemeindemusicals mit und unternimmt Reisen. Die Bestsellerautorin lebt mit ihrem Mann in Missouri.

He thought the big city was tough… Then former Chicago cop Justin Clay met his neighbor''s rebellious teenage nephew. Just like Justin, the boy had come to Nantucket to put his difficult past behind him. But while love-shy tea shop owner Heather Anderson is doing wonders for Justin''s outlook, she''s having trouble reaching the teen. Suddenly the man who didn''t think he had anything to offer is helping a fractured family, and three fractured hearts, come together. And a world-weary cop is turning into the hero—and husband material—next door.

He''s an officer...but is he a gentleman? Not if you ask feisty single mom Kate MacDonald! Everything about Lieutenant Craig Cole, Nantucket''s new Coast Guard commander, rubs her the wrong way. Worse, everyone else is smitten with the man--including Kate''s four-year-old daughter. Local gossip reveals that Craig has saved many in the line of duty. He''s a true hero. Kate doesn''t want to like him--she certainly doesn''t want to love him--but Craig''s quiet honor could win her heart after all.

His orphaned niece and nephew are depending on Clay Adams. This commitment-phobe substitute dad needs help, and he needs it fast! Nanny Cate Shepard comes to his rescue just in the nick of time. Cate is no stranger to tragedy, and her deep, abiding faith has led her through her darkest days. With God''s help, her kindness and nurturing can heal the children...but what about Clay? Will this father in the making abandon his lone-wolf ways to give Cate and the children the forever family they deserve?

Sheriff Dale Lewis knows his daughter wants a new mother, and he hopes that Oak Hill''s newest resident, Christine Turner, might fill the role, but Christine fears marriage is not in God''s plan for her as she struggles to start a new life.

As a womans small-town newspaper faces financial troubles, a big-city heir seeks to take it over. In a situation rife with tension, sparks begin to fly between these two. Can they open their hearts and find the courage to embrace their unexpected feelings? Original.

In this emotional tale, a doctor reconnects with his long-estranged wife when she comes to his small town to recover from a traumatic attack. They must overcome the hurts and betrayals of the past, in order to rediscover love and a future together. Original.

Thrown together during a storm, two wounded, lonely people learn that no one should live apart from other people--or from God''s love and forgiveness. Original.

Sharing the dark secrets that haunts her. If everything she''d been missing could be found in his arms.

In this second novel of the Sisters & Brides miniseries, the tragic loss of her family has shaken Claire Randall''s faith. While working as a nanny for Dr. Adam Wright, she soon finds an empty spot in her heart filling with love and joy again. Original.

Steeple Hill introduces four paperback anthologies of previously published stories by some of Love Inspired''s top authors. Each volume contains three inspirational romances collected by theme: marriage, healing, family matters, and reunion. Original.