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- The Making of Mrs Hale | carolynmillerauthor
THE MAKING OF MRS HALE ~ Book 3 in the Regency Brides: Promise of Hope series Can a runaway marriage be redeemed? Marry in haste, repent in leisure—Mrs. Hale is about to find out how painful that repentance can truly be. Julia Hale ran off to be married in Gretna Green, following romance instead of common sense. But her tale isn't turning into a happily ever after. Her new husband is gone and she doesn't know where—or if he's ever coming back. Julia has no option but to head home to the family she betrayed by eloping and to hope they'll forgive her. Along the way she will learn how relationship with God can bring restoration and hope, and find the answers she needs both for her husband and her future. Click on the cover to preview a sample of the book BUY NOW: Amazon Amazon.com.au Amazon.co.uk Barnes & Noble Book Depository Christianbook GooglePlay Kobo Koorong Click here to access the reader's guide & more First published: November, 2018 Publisher: Kregel Publications More reviews
- Miss Serena's Secret | carolynmillerauthor
Miss Serena's Secret - behind the scenes Click to read an excerpt from the book BUY NOW Check out my Pinterest board filled with more behind the scenes inspiration for Miss Serena's Secret - including images of the Summer Art Exhibitions of Regency times. Pinterest Miss Serena's Secret Did you know the Royal Academy's Summer Exhibition still continues in London? Check out my blog post about my miraculous discovery of an 1800s Summer Exhibition catalogue in Australia Discussion Guide Which character in this novel do you identify with the most? Why? In the novel, Serena is faced with a series of challenges. Do you find her story sympathetic? Have you ever had a situation where you have been challenged? Did it cause a personal change? What do you consider to be the important themes in this novel? What examples did you find? Henry, Lord Carmichael, is very aware he is to marry according to social standing. Have you ever had to deal with other people’s expectations (spoken or unspoken) about your relationships? How did you deal with it? If you could give Serena one piece of advice, what would it be? What advice would you give Harry? In what ways do Serena and Harry change throughout the novel? What do you consider to be the biggest factor(s) in their change? While this is a work of fiction, certain historical elements are referenced, such as the visit to the Summer Exhibition in London. How did these historical details affect the narrative? Did they help you to feel a sense of time & place? What were the most appealing parts of the book? Did you enjoy the minor characters, such as Harry’s sister and her children? What do you think happens next? Download Discussion Questions Miss Serena's Secret is partly set in Derbyshire and the Peak District - yes, where Pride & Prejudice has been filmed. Check out the images below of my trip to this gorgeous part of England 1/1 The Summer Exhibition of the Royal Academy of Arts at Somerset House Inspiration for Welmeley Hall, Castle Howard, Yorkshire Serena's paintbox might have looked like this The mineral Blue John is only found in Derbyshire, and was useful for decorative arts and for use in manufactories White's Gentlemen Club, London
- Media | carolynmillerauthor
MEDIA Short Bio Carolyn Miller is an Australian author of inspirational historical romance, particularly that of the Regency era, and loves creating worlds where flawed people can grow in faith, hope and love. Longer Bio Carolyn Miller is an Inspirational Regency romance author who lives in the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales, Australia with her husband and four children. Together with her husband she has pastored a church for ten years, and worked as a public high school English and Learning and Support teacher. A longtime lover of romance, especially that of Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer’s Regency era, Carolyn holds a BA in English Literature, and loves drawing readers into fictional worlds that show the truth of God’s grace in our lives. She loves reading, music, films, gardens, art, travel and international food, and really enjoy creating worlds where flawed people can grow in faith, hope and love. Her Regency novels include the award winning The Elusive Miss Ellison, The Captivating Lady Charlotte, The Dishonorable Miss DeLancey, Winning Miss Winthrop, Miss Serena's Secret, The Making of Mrs Hale, and A Hero for Miss Hatherleigh, all published by Kregel Publications. Carolyn is represented by Tamela Hancock Murray of the Steve Laube agency. My newest release: Title: Midnight's Budding Morrow Genre: Inspirational Historical Romance / Regency Publisher: Kregel Publications Release Date: May 31, 2022 Can real love grow between a wallflower and an unrepentant rogue? Sarah Drayton is eager to spend time with her best friend at her crumbling Northumberland castle estate. Matrimony is the last thing on her mind and the last thing she expects to be faced with on a holiday. Yet she finds herself being inveigled into a marriage of convenience with her friend’s rakish brother. When James Langley returns to his family's estate, he can't be bothered to pay attention to his responsibilities as the heir. War is raging and he wants only distraction, not serious tethers. But his roguish ways have backed him into a corner, and he has little choice but to obey his father's stunning decree: marry before returning to war, or else. Suddenly he finds himself wedded to a clever and capable woman he does not love. Sarah craves love and a place to belong, neither of which James offered before returning to the battlefront. Now everyone around her thinks she married above her station, and they have no intention of rewarding her for such impertinence. It isn't until her husband returns from war seemingly changed that she begins to hope they may find real happiness. But can she trust that this rake has truly reformed? When tragedy strikes, this pair must learn to trust God and his plans. Will they be destroyed . . . or will they discover that even in the darkest depths of night, the morning still holds hope? Endorsements: “In her signature style that sucks readers straight back to the Regency era, Carolyn Miller crafts a story rich with little-explored history that held me enthralled from the get-go!” Roseanna M. White, best-selling author of the Ladies of the Manor and Shadows Over England series “Carolyn Miller has quickly become one of my go-to Regency authors. I know when I pick up one of her novels, I will find myself immersed in a story with characters that keep pulling me back to the pages. In A Hero for Miss Hatherleigh, I found myself slipping into a world filled with fossils, friendship, and the whispers of love, yet haunted by a shadow of danger. With a keen eye for historical detail and descriptions that transported me to the shores of England, this book was a delight.” Cara Putman, author of the Hidden Justice and Cornhusker Dreams series “Move over, Elizabeth Bennet. Here comes Miss Hatherleigh! In true Jane Austen style, Carolyn Miller pens a delightful Regency novel filled with intrigue and a dash of danger. Heroine Caroline Hather- leigh learns a lesson or two in geology and love when she meets the handsome Gideon Kirby . . . but is he who he says he is? Readers of all ages will love this fine historical romance.” Michelle Griep, Christy Award winner of the Once Upon a Dickens Christmas series Endorsements for the Regency Brides series “Carolyn Miller is witty, romantic, and heartwarming, with a gentle dose of faith-boldness, too. Layered characters and attention to his- torical detail make each book a great read!” Reading Is My Superpower, blog, readingismysuperpower.org “Readers who are looking for an English historical romance reminis- cent of Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer will be delighted!” Carrie Turansky, award-winning author of Across the Blue andShine Like the Dawn “Carolyn Miller writes with skill and grace that brings the Regency period to vivid life.” Julianna Deering, author of the Drew Farthering Mysteries “Carolyn Miller doesn’t disappoint with yet another engaging Regency novel that leaves you wanting more. . . . With impeccable accuracy, witty dialogue, and seamless integration of Christian faith, Carolyn weaves a classic tale that is sure to become a permanent addition to your collection.” Amber Miller Stockton, best-selling author of Liberty’s Promise “With exquisite dialogue, beautiful descriptions, and careful atten- tion to detail, Carolyn Miller continues to draw her readers into a magnificent Regency world.” Pepper D. Basham, author of the Penned in Time and Mitchell’s Crossroads series “Books like Winning Miss Winthrop remind me why Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer have been longtime favorite authors of mine. . . . While many modern-day authors are able to dress their stories in an admirable reproduction, few are able to re-create the tone and essence of the era with the authenticity Carolyn Miller displays.” Fiction Aficionado, blog, fictionaficionadoblog.wordpress.com Interviews and Articles ( click here to find out more )
- Muskoka Romance series | carolynmillerauthor
MUSKOKA ROMANCE SERIES A sweet & swoony Christian contemporary romance series, set in the beautiful Muskoka region of Canada As a redhead and an Anne of Green Gables fan I was thrilled to visit Prince Edward Island and then drive across Canada to Muskoka, a picturesque, lake-filled stretch of country two hours north of Toronto, which is where LM Montgomery set her book The Blue Castle . (Muskoka IS Mistawis!) Visiting this beautiful part of the world became inspiration for a story about another hockey player (because: Canada, hello!), which became Muskoka Blue . Because I loved this Muskoka region so much, I decided to write several other books set in this region, using the same small town and community church we see in Muskoka Blue. So welcome to Muskoka Shores, a beautiful close knit community on the shores of Lake Muskoka, Canada. Come and meet your new best friends as they negotiate romance, faith and life in small town North America. Click on the book covers to find out more, and check out the photo gallery below for some of the behind-the-scenes inspiration from my trip to North America that inspired scenes in various books (and the Spotify playlists and Pinterest boards as well). Happy reading! For Sarah Maguire, spending the summer at Lake Muskoka was supposed to be about finding the courage to put back the pieces of her shattered life—not falling in love with the charming yet unsophisticated hockey player from next door. Daniel Walton may have been praying for Miss Right to appear, but Sarah’s ice princess act just cries Miss Wrong. Dan’s summer plans hadn’t included befriending a redhead with a sassy tongue and cute accent, but as Muskoka works its magic he soon discovers that underneath the frost and prickles is the funny, feisty, loving woman he’s waited all his life to meet. Will past regrets lead to further heartbreak? Or can Sarah and Dan learn to leave the past in the past and embrace God’s promises for the future? Now Available Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers Serena Williamson loves working at Muskoka Shores, the fancy resort on Lake Muskoka, and making couples dreams come true. But after returning from a celebrity wedding to find her own hopes crumbling to dust, she sets out for self-improvement, and to prove her ex was wrong. But when a misunderstanding concerning the new assistant church minister leads to more self-doubt, can she ever really trust a man again? Joel Wakefield is looking forward to a fresh start for himself and his sister in this beautiful small town beside Lake Muskoka. He hadn't counted on meeting a curvy cutie with a gift for hospitality and a gracious heart. Can he show her that it's what is inside that truly counts? Now Available Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers Staci Everton is a multi-published author of historical romances, whose Christmas Eve deadline for a new book sees her leave her Chicago home to go write while staying with her grandmother in the beautiful small town of Muskoka Shores, Canada. Staci is determined to finish her manuscript, despite the small town's Christmas charm - and Muskoka Shores most eligible bachelor. Dr. James Wells is on enforced leave from working in Africa, after nearly burning out. He's here to spend time with family, not spend time with a workaholic whose focus on fiction is very different from the harsh realities he's faced. But Christmas is a time of second chances, family and faith. Maybe they'll find magic under the mistletoe, and a future after all. Now Available Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers Toni Wakefield may be a talented artist, but past choices means this single mother never feels the equal of those around her—especially her brother’s best friend, investment funds manager Matt Vandenberg. Matt long ago fell in love with his best friend’s younger sister, and try as he might, he just can’t fall out of it. And between his crazy working hours and the fact she's now settled two hours away in beautiful Muskoka it seems they never have any time together. How can he persuade her to consider to give him a chance, when she’s sworn the only man she can care about is her baby boy? Now Available Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers Jackie O’Halloran never expected her actions at a friend’s wedding in Muskoka to go viral on social media. Even less did she expect to gain the notice of a famous actor, Lincoln Cash, and all the temptation his handsome presence provides. But she’s a good Christian girl, so a man like him has to be out of the picture. Or so she thinks. Linc’s visit to see his ailing grandfather was supposed to be a quick visit to Muskoka. He hadn’t counted on meeting a forthright young lady whose courage made headlines around the world. But as he gets to know her he’s tempted to stay, which just might prove dangerous for his agent’s peace of mind, and for Linc’s own heart. Can these two opposites push past mere attraction to find real love? And what does faith have to do with it at all? Now Available Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers Muskoka Holiday Morsels is a collection of short romance stories with holiday and Christmas themes, perfect for a cozy read. Meet some new friends and catch up with some Muskoka favorites, and discover romance in the holiday season in this bite-sized collection of stories filled with hope, heart, humor, and all the feels. Now Available Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers All Anna Morely has wanted since she was a child is to feel loved. All Tom Woodmore has wanted is to uphold the law without fear or favor. When a traffic incident brings these two opposites together, sparks fly. But Anna's wealthy family has certain social expectations that a humble police officer doesn't exactly meet. And after the death of his fiancée, Tom has his own challenges in learning to risk his heart again. And then there is the matter of whether Anna will ever reconcile with her too-persistent friends... Join Anna and Tom as they discover the path to real love holds unexpected joys and trials, and that God's promises can always be relied on - including in beautiful Muskoka. June 27 Preorder Amazon Preorder Other Retailers To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Click on the pictures to see travel inspiration for the Muskoka romance series Muskoka Blue playlist on Spotify Note Muskoka Blue Pinterest board
- Underestimating Miss Cecilia | carolynmillerauthor
UNDERESTIMATING MISS CECILIA ~ Book 2 in the Regency Brides: Daughters of Aynsley series Shy, sweet Cecilia Hatherleigh has always been in love with Edward Amherst, the boy next door. Yet he’s never seen her as anything but the quiet girl in the background as he flirts with the other vivacious women of the ton. When a near tragedy brings Edward’s attention to his family duties, this prodigal son decides he needs to settle down with a proper wife. Cecilia hopes to convince him to choose her—but God may want her to forget the wayward nobleman and put her future in His hands alone. These two try to find their way toward happiness, but prejudice, political riots, and the changing face of England’s societal structures begin to block them at every turn. Can their struggles turn to triumph—or will their paths permanently diverge? BUY NOW: Amazon Amazon.com.au Amazon.co.uk Barnes & Noble Book Depository Christianbook GooglePlay iBooks Kobo Koorong Click here to access the reader's guide and more First published: July, 2019 Publisher: Kregel Publications More reviews
- Miss Winthrop | carolynmillerauthor
Winning Miss Winthrop - behind the scenes Click to read an excerpt from the book BUY NOW Discussion Guide Which character in this novel do you identify with the most? Why? In the novel, Catherine is faced with a series of challenges. Do you find her story sympathetic? Have you ever had a situation where you have been challenged? Did it cause a personal change? What do you consider to be the important themes in this novel? What examples did you find? Catherine is the daughter of parents who are very keen for their child to marry according to their social standing. Have you ever had to deal with other people’s expectations (spoken or unspoken) about your relationships? How did you deal with it? If you could give Catherine one piece of advice, what would it be? What advice would you give Jonathan? In what ways do Catherine and Jonathan change throughout the novel? What do you consider to be the biggest factor(s) in their change? While this is a work of fiction, certain historical elements are referenced, such as the visit to the Assembly Rooms in Bath. How did these historical details affect the narrative? Did they help you to feel a sense of time & place? What were the most appealing parts of the book? Did you enjoy the minor characters, such as Jonathan’s sister and the Viscount Carmichael? What do you think happens next? Download the Discussion Questions Find out more behind the scenes details at my Pinterest board created especially for Winning Miss Winthrop . See what images inspire the clothing, the characters, the places - and the masquerade ball! Pinterest Winning Miss Winthrop Have you ever wanted to visit Bath? Now you can! Click here to experience A Day Visit to Bath with Miss Winthrop! Winning Miss Winthrop is a Persuasion-type story, set partly in Bath, England. Check out the pics from my 2015 visit to this beautiful world heritage-listed city. 1/1 Check out the cover of the German edition
- A Hero for Miss Hatherleigh | carolynmillerauthor
Click on the cover to preview a sample from the book A HERO FOR MISS HATHERLEIGH ~ Book 1 in the Regency Brides: Daughters of Aynsley series Can a very proper noble lady find a future with a fossil-hunting man of faith? As the daughter of Viscount Aynsley, Caroline Hatherleigh knows every rule of society—and she’s always followed them precisely. It’s simply the way things are done in her world. When she visits south Devonshire and encounters a fossil-hunting scientist and his sister, her assumptions about what is right are shaken. She is suddenly confronted by questions she has never considered about the importance of friendship and faith—and her comfortable understanding about how the world works is thrown off balance. Gideon Kirby loves science, and hunting down proof of past lives is a joy he won’t willingly give up. But his scientific leanings are being challenged by both his personal beliefs and by local smugglers in the Devonshire countryside. And every day his sister’s illness is becoming more desperate and her care grows more demanding. Adding a proper Viscount’s daughter to the mix is a complication Gideon never expected—especially since he has a secret that demands he stays far away from this young woman he’s falling for in order to protect his beloved sister. When a mysterious stranger visits the village, that secret is set to be exposed, no matter how Gideon fights. Then tragedy strikes in a smugglers cave. And the threat of scandal may lead to broken hearts and passionless propriety. Will the shaky bond these two have managed to build be strong enough to overcome their differences—or will the trust they’ve withheld from each other end up tearing three lives apart? BUY NOW: Amazon Amazon.com.au Amazon.co.uk Barnes & Noble Book Depository Christianbook GooglePlay iBooks Kobo Koorong Click here to access the reader's guide and more First published: March 2019 Publisher: Kregel Publications More reviews Check out the images from my visit to Sidmouth and Lyme Regis, setting for A Hero for Miss Hatherleigh 1/1
- Regaining Mercy | carolynmillerauthor
REGAINING MERCY Book 12 in the Independence Islands series Going on Love at First Glance had seemed like such a good idea. She didn’t care about finding Mr. Right. No, Mindy Murray chose the reality TV show for more mercenary reasons. A mom’s gotta do what a mom’s gotta do when it comes to feeding her son. When Mindy returns to Elnora, the girl from the “wrong side of the island” just wants a chance to rebuild her reputation. Too bad the folks at church don’t practice what the preacher preaches. Enter Dermott Reilly. The interim boss at Greener Gardens has always had a soft spot for Mindy and her son, but with his new responsibilities, an important garden competition, and a few other concerns, he finds it difficult to prove himself to her. A tropical storm and a missing child prove that sometimes grace appears in the most unusual ways. Regaining Mercy concludes the Elnora Island romances of the Independence Islands Series, featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily ever-afters. BUY NOW: Amazon.com Amazon.com.au Amazon.co.uk Visit the Independence Island page here Pinterest Learn about the Independence Islands series here
- The Original Six Romance series | carolynmillerauthor
THE ORIGINAL SIX HOCKEY ROMANCE SERIES A sweet & swoony, slightly sporty, Christian contemporary romance series, set in the cities of the original six teams of the NHL Okay, so I'm the first to admit that an Aussie writing a series about ice hockey must seem a little unusual. But ever since watching the Vancouver Winter Olympics in 2010 I'll admit to having a fascination for this sport. And while I'm the first to admit I'm not especially sporty myself, I find the strength and stamina, grit, grace and skills needed for hockey rather awe-inspiring. The first book I wrote (before any of my historicals) I based on a couple I saw entering the closing ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympics, when I saw an Aussie female athlete holding hands with a US athlete. I was intrigued about how two elite athletes from opposite sides of the world could meet then sustain a relationship. Despite my best efforts, I couldn't find out who they were, so I eventually wrote 'their' story, which is how Love on Ice began. I made her a short track skater (because hello: awesome toughness right there!) and he was a hockey player (bc: tough). Later that year my husband and I had the trip of a lifetime to the US and Canada. We landed in Boston, then drove up the east coast to Canada, as this avid Anne of Green Gables fan insisted we visit Prince Edward Island. From there we drove to Quebec City and Montreal, then across to Muskoka, a picturesque, lake-filled stretch of country two hours north of Toronto, which is where LM Montgomery set her book The Blue Castle . Visiting this beautiful part of the world became inspiration for a story about another hockey player (because: Canada, hello!), which became Muskoka Blue . We then visited Niagara Falls then flew to Chicago, where we were fortunate to catch a Chicago Blackhawks’ game. It was a few years later that I realised these stories could be connected as they were both part of Original Six teams, which includes Boston, Detroit, Chicago, Montreal, New York and Toronto, but I still needed my reason for why these particular players would connect. I prayed, and before too long discovered an online Bible study group for the Boston Bruins, which I knew could be expanded into a group of NHL playing friends. Thus the concept for the Original Six hockey romance series was born. I loved my visits to these cities, and loved incorporating some of the places we visited (such as Montreal’s Jardin Botanique and the Art Institute of Chicago) into the various stories I’ve written in this series. You don't have to love hockey to love these books, as readers tell me they're captivated by the heroes, the depth, and the swoon-worthy kisses. So if you enjoy stories of family, faith, friendship and love then I hope you'll check them out. Check out the photo galleries below for some of the behind-the-scenes inspiration from my trip to North America that inspired scenes in various books (and the Spotify playlists and Pinterest boards as well). Happy reading! Find out more about each book by clicking below Find out about MPFG Sign up to get your bonus Breakup Project epilogue Read Ch 1 of The Breakup Project A scene in The Breakup Project takes place here in Boston The Mapparium A scene from The Breakup Project We visited this restaurant in Salem A scene in The Breakup Project takes place here in Boston 1/12 Travel inspiration for The Breakup Project The Breakup Project Note The Breakup Project playlist on Spotify The Breakup Project Pinterest board BUY NOW Hear Chapter 1 national flags in Banff Winter training institute Australian beach Australian beach 875e883c3fb1eb6e-photo national flags in Banff Winter training institute 1/10 Travel pics for Love on Ice Chicago Chicago Blackhawks Buckingham Fountain Chicago 1/26 Travel pics for Checked Impressions Montreal's Olympic stadium View of Montreal from Mont Royal Montreal in October Montreal's Olympic stadium 1/17 Travel pics for Hearts and Goals Love on Ice Note Holly's workout playlist on Spotify Love on Ice Pinterest BUY NOW Love on Ice chapter 1.pdf Checked Impressions Note Checked Impressions playlist on Spotify Checked Impressions board on Pinterest BUY NOW Hearts and Goals Note Hearts and Goals playlist on Spotify Hearts and Goals Pinterest board BUY NOW New York Skyscrapers Big Apple Atonement Statue of Liberty Big Apple Atonement Ice Skates Big Apple Atonement New York Skyscrapers Big Apple Atonement 1/8 Visual inspiration for Big Apple Atonement By the shores of Lake Muskoka Lake Muskoka loveliness Sydney Opera House Sydney Opera House By the shores of Lake Muskoka 1/22 Travel inspiration for Muskoka Blue Want more Muskoka? Then check out the new Muskoka Romance series, including Muskoka Shores and Muskoka Christmas , and enjoy more small town romance set in this beautiful part of the world. Big Apple Atonement Note Big Apple Atonement playlist on Spotify (classic songs & music trivia from the book) Big Apple Atonement on Pinterest Buy Now Muskoka Blue Note Muskoka Blue playlist on Spotify Muskoka Blue Pinterest board Buy Now Want more hockey? Grab 'Fire & Ice ' the first book in the new Christian hockey series Northwestern Ice
- Underestimating Miss Cecilia | carolynmillerauthor
Underestimating Miss Cecilia - behind the scenes Buy Now Discussion Guide Which character in this novel do you identify with the most? Why? In the novel, Cecilia is faced with a series of challenges. Do you find her story sympathetic? Have you ever had a situation where you have been challenged? Did it cause a personal change? What do you consider to be the important themes in this novel? What examples did you find? Do you find Ned's story sympathetic? Why / why not? If you could give Cecy one piece of advice, what would it be? What advice would you give Ned? In what ways do Cecy and Ned change throughout the novel? What do you consider to be the biggest factor(s) in their change? While this is a work of fiction, certain historical elements and places are referenced, such as the mention of the Peterloo massacre in Manchester. How did these historical details affect the narrative? Did they help you to feel a sense of time & place? What were the most appealing parts of the book? Did you enjoy seeing references to other characters? Why / why not? What do you think happens next? < I'm very fortunate to be blessed with some wonderful covers, courtesy of the great design team at Kregel. This cover (ignore the title) was one of the earlier contenders for Miss Cecilia . I think we chose a good one, don't you? < In order to understand the general feeling about the Peterloo massacre, I referred to several letters written in 1819, protesting the general outrage about the heavy-handed tactics used by soldiers to suppress the men and women demonstrating about unfair representation in parliament. To read a sample of these letters, click here to be taken to the British Library's online resources. Follow Underestimating Miss Cecilia on Pinterest Find more of the images and inspiration at my Pinterest board Underestimating Miss Cecilia ^ Image used from nationalarchives.gov.au < Image: British Library, creative commons Did you know it was illegal to talk to gypsies in the 1800s - it was even illegal to dress up as one! - and punishment might involve hanging?! Find out more about this and other Georgian laws in Susannah Fullerton's excellent book 'Jane Austen & Crime' >
- Buy the Original Six | carolynmillerauthor
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- Contemporary - Northwest Ice R... | carolynmillerauthor
NORTHWEST ICE ROMANCE SERIES Romance and sports mingle in this new contemporary romance series set in the cities of the the northwest teams of the National Hockey League. Visit Calgary, Winnipeg, Vancouver, Edmonton, Seattle, San Jose and St Paul. Meet the men who play with grit and strength as they find romance in this sweet and swoony, slightly sporty, Christian contemporary romance series that continues the legacy of the Original Six. Anchor 1 BUY NOW FIRE AND ICE - now available Hannah Wade's heart might've once been touched by a rancher's son, but her real passion has always been sports. Years later, when her sports career is cut short by injury and an opportunity arises to be one of Calgary's first female sports analysts, she jumps at the chance. Trouble is, some of the old dinosaurs she works with think she's only there to look good, add ratings, and stir controversy among the fiercely loyal hockey fans. She longs for the chance to prove herself, so when an opportunity comes along to interview newly traded defenseman Franklin James, she meets him. Or, more accurately, re-meets him. With disastrous effect. Growing up with three sisters means Franklin thought he knew something about women, but nothing had ever prepared him for the sparkling firecracker that is Hannah. And yet her vibrant personality holds a sweetness and soft side, something that draws his interest and protectiveness when an interview goes south. And there's something about her that's vaguely familiar... Can these two overcome prejudice and find a way forward? And what has faith - or the lack of - got to do with anything? Fire and Ice is the first book in the new Northwest Ice hockey romance series, a sweet and swoony, slightly sporty, Christian contemporary romance series, perfect for fans of Becky Wade, Courtney Walsh, and Susan May Warren. BUY NOW THE LOVE PENALTY - now available Sometimes there's a hefty price to pay when two opposites attract... With her fondness for tattoos and spider jewelry Sylvie Jenkins is used to being pre-judged and misunderstood. She has friends and connections but she still feels alone, and works several jobs while daydreaming about finding a guy who sees further than skin deep and won’t shy away from her battered heart. So when a hot pro hockey player with a smile as vast as his skills takes a shine to her what’s a poor girl to do but fall in love? Ryan Guillemette sure wasn’t looking for romance in a bookstore in his hometown but quickly becomes intrigued by the sassy Goth-like assistant with a snarky way with words. When an accidental kiss proves dangerously addictive she soon becomes embedded in his heart. But even as the romance heats up he’s torn, as she’s not following God. Can these two opposites make a match or should he call a permanent time out? These two are about to learn that those who play with fire get burned, and there’s a hefty price to pay for forbidden attraction. The Love Penalty is the second book in the Northwest Ice hockey romance series, a sweet and swoony, slightly sporty, Christian contemporary romance series, perfect for fans of Becky Wade, Courtney Walsh, and Susan May Warren. BUY NOW POINTE, SHOOTS, AND SCORES - coming July 25 Opposites can attract, but can they dance? For as long as she can remember Bailey Donovan has loved dance, especially ballet. When her dance studio faces the risk of closure, she takes a God-given miracle of a gig training a complete non-dancer for a TV show. Only problem is, he’s a real grump to her sunshine, and for an athlete, seems to be lacking all the moves. Or does he? Luc Blanchard has sworn off wine, women, and definitely dancing as it sure doesn’t fit his macho image. He loves hockey, God, and his family, with no time for more, until an unexpected promotion sees him forced to swallow his pride for the sake of his team. Sparks soon fly as these two opposites spend time together, and TV ratings push for to see their onscreen partnership make a fake relationship real. As they discover a certain magic under the spotlight, will issues from the past ever let them truly soar? Pointe, Shoots, and Scores is the third book in the Northwest Ice Christian hockey romance series, can be read as a standalone, and is perfect for fans of banter-laden romance with hope, heart and humor. Buy Now FAKING THE SHOT Lights, camera... action? Ainsley Beckett might be television's sweetheart, star of a dozen romantic movies and known the world over for her sweet-as-pie schoolmarm on hit historical TV show As The Heart Draws . But while she's always found love on-screen, her private life is less of a happily-ever-after. A string of one-date only and showmances has convinced her that finding true love is impossible, as no ordinary guy dares look at her, and the celebrity world is full of fakes. And then there are those fans who love her a bit too much... Zac Parotti is used to fame and its flip side, like women throwing themselves at him, but he's finding his feet as a new Christian, and wants to do things God's way now. Yet even this power forward is intimidated by the combined forces of his mom and grandma, who have decided it's time for him to settle down -- preferably with someone like their favorite character from their favorite show.When a chance encounter at a Vancouver party brings these two together they decide a fake relationship might prove the best way to stop the media speculation and fan--and family--pressure. Until fake feelings turn into something deeper. For one of them, at least... Faking the Shot is a fake-dating Christian romance and the fourth book in the Northwest Ice Christian hockey romance series. It can be read as a standalone, and is perfect for fans of banter-laden romance with hope, heart and humor. July 31 Preorder Now Plays by the Book It was only ever meant to be a modest proposal… Britta Johnson knows she’s ordinary, and she’s totally okay with that. She’s secure in God, in her purposes on the planet, and romance is something she finds between the pages of a book. She doesn’t need that in real life. So when a hockey player asks for advice on how to woo his long-distance girlfriend, she knows her heart is safe. Until it’s not. Mitchell Reilly might be feared on the ice-rink, but even he’s intimidated by this little ninja librarian who can whip teenagers into line with a single look. She knows her books too, and seems the perfect candidate to help him find some romantic fictional heroes he can impress his girlfriend with. Until she’s not. As emotions start to blur and fiction gets a little real they realize that what’s started with the best of intentions has changed what they always thought they wanted. And might just be what God wants for them after all. Plays by the Book is the fifth book in the Northwest Ice Christian hockey romance series, perfect for fans of books with hope, heart and humour. Pinterest Fire and Ice See more of the inspiration for Fire and Ice on Pinterest here Note Listen to the Northwest Ice playlist on Spotify here Check out some of the inspiration for the Northwest Ice Romance series from my travels to North America below \/ Want more hockey? Learn more about the Original Six series here The Original Six series: a sweet & swoony, slightly sporty Christian contemporary romance series set in the Original Six hockey team's cities, with plenty of heart & humor, perfect for fans of Becky Wade, Courtney Walsh, Kara Isaac & Susan May Warren. 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