New Releases by Rosalind Noonan

Twelve years ago, Glory abandoned her two daughters—four-year-old Ruby and baby Aurora—at a fire station, running off to a man who promised love and protection. Though the refuge she hoped for turned out to be a sham, she believes Ruby and Aurora are better off without her. But Glory has since given birth to another daughter, who’s clamoring for a life beyond their close-knit, tightly controlled world. Sixteen-year-old Ruby loves her adoptive parents, but she hasn’t forgotten Glory. Now that she has her driver’s license, Ruby sets out in search of her birth mother. What she finds is a ramshackle house of castaway women, referred to as “sisters,” ruled over by a charismatic bully who monitors their every move. Glory would take ten-year-old Luna away in a heartbeat if they had somewhere to go. On good days, the girl is confined to the fenced-in yard; on bad days, she’s sent to the dusty attic as punishment. When Ruby makes contact, Glory seizes on a chance for escape. Ruby is desperate to help, but how much does she owe to family she barely knows—and how can she fix someone else’s life when she has so little power over her own? Praise for Rosalind Noonan’s Domestic Secrets “This suspenseful read is Noonan at her best. Fans will be eager to get their hands on her latest, and it doesn’t disappoint.” —Booklist “Noonan delivers another page-turning thriller whose deeply flawed characters draw you into a web of family secrets.” —Kirkus Reviews “Recommended for readers wanting stories of dysfunctional families, scandal, and violence that involve entire communities.” —Library Journal

Sisterhood has a price . . . Pledging to Theta Pi at Merriwether University seemed to offer Emma Danelski a passport to friendship, fun, and popularity. But the excitement of pledge training quickly fades, as does the warmth of her so-called sisters. What’s left is a stifling society filled with petty rules, bullying, and manipulation. Most haunting are the choices Emma makes in the wake of another sorority sister’s suicide . . . It doesn’t matter that no one else needs to know what Emma did, or how vastly different life at Theta House is from the glossy image it projects. Emma knows. And now, with her loyalties tested, she must decide which secrets are worth keeping and how far she’ll go to protect them—and herself . . . Praise for Rosalind Noonan’s Domestic Secrets “This suspenseful read is Noonan at her best. Fans will be eager to get their hands on her latest, and it doesn’t disappoint.” —Booklist “Noonan delivers another page-turning thriller whose deeply flawed characters draw you into a web of family secrets.” —Kirkus Reviews “Recommended for readers wanting stories of dysfunctional families, scandal, and violence that involve entire communities.” —Library Journal

A secret from their youth plunges three adult women into a deadly nightmare in this suspense thriller by three New York Times–bestselling authors. NO WARNING In the photograph, three teenaged girls splash in the lake on a sweltering summer evening. Shiloh, Kat, and Ruth are unaware of the man who spies on them from the woods. They have no idea how their lives will be changed by the brutal violence that follows—and the vow of secrecy they take. CAN PREPARE YOU Fifteen years later, Ruth and Shiloh have both returned to Prairie Creek, Wyoming, where Kat is deputy sheriff. Though they’ve tried to leave their shared past behind, each has the feeling that someone is lurking in the shadows. When a local girl vanishes, Kat is convinced there’s a connection to that long-ago night. But as the friends unite to find the missing teenager, a killer sends a chilling message. FOR A KILLER’S VENGEANCE He’s still there. And he hasn’t forgotten. For so long he’s made do with other victims, but they can’t compare to the ones who got away. The ones who keep searching for him, blind to the terrifying truth that they are not the hunters, but his prey . . . Praise for Sinister “This collaborative novel has all the tension and suspense that Jackson fans expect. The web of family ties and secrets creates a strong plot. Readers who enjoy shows like Criminal Minds will find the serial killer satisfyingly scary.” —RT Book Reviews

Rachel Whalen and Ariel Alexander have been friends for more than a decade. Despite their differences--down-to-earth Rachel owns a local hair salon; Ariel is a vivacious former TV star determined to hold on to her looks--they''ve helped each other navigate single motherhood, banding together against the soccer moms of Timbergrove, Oregon. Yet lately, Rachel wonders about Ariel''s increasingly erratic parenting and her clandestine love life. And Rachel can''t reveal to anyone, even Ariel, how much she worries about her sullen, distant, younger son. When an unthinkable tragedy separates the two families, Rachel desperately tries to understand what went wrong. But as her assumptions are ripped away one by one, she must confront shattering revelations about the people she trusted and the suburban world that once seemed so safe. Rosalind Noonan explores both the bonds and the gulfs that exist between parents and children, friends and neighbors, in a suspenseful novel that is honest, intelligent, and thought provoking. Praise for Rosalind Noonan''s And Then She Was Gone "Noonan writes another gripping family story that handles sensitive issues with grace. The timely plot will hold readers in its sway." --Booklist "Rosalind Noonan has done an excellent job tackling this difficult topic...The story is both sad and uplifting, an offering of hope that will remain in the forefront of your mind long after you finish the last chapter." --San Francisco Book Review

When Jane Ryan discovers she''s pregnant with twin girls, she faces a heart wrenching decision. On her own and unable to afford to care for both babies, she sees no choice but to keep one and give up the other for adoption. But fourteen years later, Jane''s decision comes full circle. "Family is everything." It''s one of the first things Isabel, the twin Jane gave up, says when they unexpectedly meet. Without warning, she and her adoptive mother have moved to the town where Jane and her daughter, Harper, live. But are they really family? In the throes of a willful adolescence, Harper is as sullen as Isabel is eager to please. Still, the sisters appear to bond quickly--until unsettling things begin to happen. Disturbing pranks, questionable accidents, strange ailments. Are the girls allies, or enemies? Is Harper acting out, or is Isabel not all she seems? Soon, Jane is convinced there is something darker at work than sibling rivalry. But who is to blame, and is this only the beginning? In a novel that is both suspenseful and deeply emotional, Rosalind Noonan explores the complex challenges of motherhood, and of truly knowing what lies in another''s heart--even those we love best.

Rachel and Dan O''Neil must find a way to reconnect with their 17-year-old daughter after she is rescued from her abductor after being in captivity for six years. Original.

New York Times bestselling authors Lisa Jackson, Nancy Bush, and Rosalind Noonan unite their talents in this riveting novel of family secrets, obsession, and murder. . . A Killer''s Patience Twenty years ago, a fire ravaged the Dillinger family''s old homestead, killing Judd Dillinger and crippling his girlfriend. Most people blamed a serial arsonist who''d been seen around town. But strange things are happening in Prairie Creek, Wyoming, again. Will Be Rewarded Ira Dillinger, the family''s wealthy patriarch, has summoned his children home for his upcoming wedding. Eldest son, Colton, and his siblings don''t approve of their father''s gold-digging bride-to-be. But someone is making his displeasure felt in terrifying ways, setting fires just like in the past. Only this time, there will be no survivors. In Blood As fear and distrust spread through Prairie Creek, soon all the Dillingers, and those closest to them, are targets--and suspects. A killer has been honing his skill, feeding his fury, and waiting for the moment when the Dillingers come home--to die. . .

Falling victim to post-partum depression after the birth of her daughter, Chelsea Maynard doubts her ability to parent and even her own sanity until an unthinkable crisis hits, forcing her face both the fragility and resilience of life, and the power of love. Original.

Golden sand, pounding surf, a sense of endless possibility--and four unforgettable stories of love, friendship, and second chances. . . The Brass Ring by Lisa Jackson It''s a beautiful June day, perfect for a wedding--until Shawna learns that her fiancé, Parker, has been involved in a car crash. Though his injuries heal, his memories of her are gone. Yet Shawna won''t stop reaching to reclaim the love they once shared. . . June''s Lace by Cathy Lamb June MacKenna is done--with her high-pressure legal career, her cheating soon-to-be-ex, and the stress of city living. In her studio on the Oregon coast, she creates beautiful lace wedding dresses, with no intention of ever wearing one again herself. Then songwriter Reece rents the house next door, and sets out to change her mind. . . Second Chance Sweethearts by Holly Chamberlin Thea Foss is putting a bad marriage behind her in the pretty vacation town of Ogunquit, Maine. What''s past is past. . ..Until her first love wanders into the local diner, reminding Thea of the person she once was, and the life it''s not too late to claim. . . Carolina Summer by Rosalind Noonan Jane Doyle needs to get out of New York--the farther the better. She''s headed toward Florida, but thanks to a storm along North Carolina''s Outer Banks, she finds herself stranded in a beautiful, remote town that soon feels a lot like home. And thanks to the local sheriff, she finds herself staying longer than she planned--and feeling less lost at sea than ever. . .

”This swoon-worthy collection of novellas hits the holiday sweet spot” with four tales of sweet surprises, family connections, and unexpected romance (Publishers Weekly, starred review). “Making Spirits Bright” by Fern Michaels Melanie McLaughlin desperately wants to adopt two orphaned siblings and give them a real home for Christmas. A just-for-the-holiday marriage to Bryce Landry fits her plan perfectly . . . until Melanie starts dreaming of forever by his side . . . “Runaway Christmas” by Elizabeth Bass Watching movies in her pajamas is Heidi Bogue''s idea of a perfect Christmas—until her thirteen-year-old niece makes a surprise visit. And when a snowstorm turns Heidi''s café into a community refuge, a handsome cop gives her a new reason to celebrate . . . “Home for Christmas” by Rosalind Noonan Jo Truman needs a replacement Santa for her gift shop''s Christmas Eve party. She''s determined to convince lonely soldier Sam Norwood that he''s perfect for the part . . . and that the season for love is always . . . “Christmas on Cape Cod” by Nan Rossiter Maddie Carlson would do anything for her best friend. And helping Asa Coleman babysit a rambunctious puppy on Christmas Eve night is her one chance to help the troubled teacher put his past to rest . . . and give the sweetest gift of all.

A woman from an NYPD family must find her own sense of justice when tragedy strikes close to home in this novel of grief and courage. The daughter of a career cop, Bernadette Sullivan grew up with blue uniforms hanging in the laundry room and cops laughing around the dinner table. Her brother joined New York''s finest, her sisters married cops, and Bernie is an assistant District Attorney. Collaring criminals, putting them away—it''s what they do. And though lately Bernie feels a growing desire for a family of her own, she''s never questioned her choices. Then a shooter targets a local coffee shop, and tragedy strikes the Sullivan family. Anger follows grief—and Bernie realizes that her father''s idea of retribution is very different from her own. All her life, she''s inhabited a clear-cut world of right and wrong, of morality and corruption. As Bernie struggles to protect the people she loves, she must also decide what it means to see justice served. And in her darkest hour, she will find out just what it means to be her father''s daughter.

From the acclaimed author of "One September Morning" comes a gripping new novel that explores one family''s journey in the wake of a horrific crime and its unexpected aftermath.

They bring joy, wonder--and all the happiness of the season. Let these delightful stories of love and miracles light up your holidays with cheer. . . "Snow Angels," by Fern Michaels The only way irresistibly handsome Olympic skier Max Jorgenson wants to spend Christmas is. . .alone. But when social worker Grace Landry stumbles into his log cabin during a snowstorm, an unexpected magic rekindles his heart, his hopes, and the sweetest of Christmas dreams. . . "The Presents of Angels" by Marie Bostwick Ex-Rockette Kendra Loomis doesn''t regret giving up New York''s bright lights to be a Vermont minister''s wife. But their small town''s Christmas countdown is becoming a major stress-fest--and the only way she can save the day is to prove that giving is the most precious gift of all. . . "Decorations" by Janna McMahan All Michelle Duncan wanted for Christmas was a new life. And by helping her ailing mother she found one--as manager of a charming holiday craft store. She never expected that the fringe benefits would be muscular sculptor Baxter Brow--and one last chance to make all her wishes come true. . . "Miracle on Main Street" by Rosalind Noonan New York City policeman Joe Cody and his wife Sheila can''t afford much of a holiday for their two kids. He''s sure not expecting much yuletide joy while working on Christmas Day--until a desperate wish and several unexplainable events open his eyes to a wonderland of blessings and love. . .

The moment Abby Fitzgerald sees two soldiers approach her front door, she knows her husband is dead. John Stanton, who gave up his career as a star NFL running back to serve after 9/11, has been killed in Iraq. Suddenly Abby''s kitchen is overflowing with casseroles brought by the army wives'' club to which she has never really belonged. And her in-laws arrange a lavish funeral at Arlington National Cemetery in spite of Abby''s misgivings. John had grown to hate the war even though he loved his country, and Abby can''t reconcile the complex man she knew with the version being portrayed by self-serving politicians, military, and the media. Shell-shocked, Abby strives to cope with her own heartache while comforting John''s loved ones, including his mother Sharice, his staunchly anti-war sister Madison, and his bitter younger brother Noah. But amidst her loss is a growing conviction that the truth about John''s death is far from over. Gripping, thoughtful, and emotionally powerful, One September Morning is a story of loyalty and betrayal, of a shattered family''s journey toward healing, and of the courage it takes to confront the truth not just about our enemies, but about those we love best.

Kerri, Jessica, Erin, and Maya head to Chicago for some big-city fun on their senior class trip, but they do much more than sightsee. Their trip is packed with fun, drama, and big surprises. For Kerri, it looks like her modeling career is about to take off--but what will this mean for her and Matt?

Phoebe has been pulled to the past by a demon and can''t contact her sisters. In the present Prue and Piper are turning evil.

"Seventeen" magazine, the ultimate authority on teens, presents a new fiction series that follows the lives of four high-school girls turning 17: Kerri, Jessica, Erin, and Maya. Kerri makes a bet with her friends that she will get cute, popular Matt Fowler to ask her out. And she wins. But her plans backfire when Matt finds out about the bet.

Fans were shocked at 18-year-old Julia''s season-ending marriage to her boyfriend Griffin. Now they can learn the story-behind-the-story of the wedding through Julia''s own words and thoughts. Neve Campbell has recently signed to do the sequel of the surprise horror hit movie "Scream".