December 2017 New Releases
More in-depth descriptions of these books can be found on
the ACFW Fiction Finder
website.
Contemporary:
Rebecca's
Redemption by Lee Carver -- A
nurse seeking redemption for past sins joins a doctor contending against the
jungle. Both healers need healing. (Contemporary, Independently Published)
Contemporary Romance:
The Christmas
Baby by Lisa Carter --
Mistletoe Mommy Anna Reyes is pregnant and widowed, and a Christmas homecoming
isn’t so simple. Reuniting with her best friend, Ryan Savage, makes it
easier—even though she knows he’ll soon be leaving their small coastal
hometown. After putting his career on hold for his family’s business, Ryan’s
finally ready to pursue his goals. But as he and Anna work to make the holidays
special for a group of at-risk kids, Ryan wonders if he can give up one dream
for another. They’re determined to make this a Christmas to remember, but can
Ryan and Anna also make their holiday family last forever? (Contemporary
Romance from Love Inspired [Harlequin])
You're Gonna Love
Me by Robin Lee
Hatcher -- Nick's love of thrills and danger and Samantha's love of
safety and security drove them apart two years ago. After her worst fears came
true, can they build something new upon the ashes of the past? (Contemporary
Romance from HarperCollins Christian Publishing)
A Christmas Kind of
Perfect by Christine
Schimpf -- Conrad Hamilton thought his life would be easy. A great
job running his own construction business, living in his hometown in Door
County, Wisconsin, with Lila Clark by his side. He planned on marrying her as
soon as she returned from her Chicago internship but it never happened.
Lila never expected to become a successful writer nor did
she plan on spending the last decade in New York. But she did. Can the magic of
Christmas turn two hearts back to one another again or is it too late to
capture that special kind of perfect? (Contemporary Romance from Prism
Christian Publishing)
Under the Mistletoe: A
Christian Christmas Anthology by Jenna Brandt,
Lorana Hoopes, Carol E. Keen, Elle E. Kay,
Mary C. Findley, Judith Robl, Evangeline Kelly, C.J. Samuels -- Christmas is
the time when families get together and love abounds. Eight inspirational
authors have teamed up to bring you 8 wonderful Christmas novellas sure to
bring you joy this season. (Contemporary Romance, Independently Published)
Making Spirits
Bright by Cathe Swanson,
Chautona Havig,
Toni Shiloh,
April Hayman --
Christmas is a season for new beginnings and second chances. A time for hope
and joy and laughter. A time for people of all ages to find love and come
together in community. Making Spirits Bright is a collection of just such
stories - four never-before-published inspirational Christmas novellas. From
romance to cozy mystery, with a generous dash of humor, these contemporary
stories are sure to warm your heart as well as brighten your season and lift
your Christmas spirit. (Contemporary Romance, Independently Published)
Historical Romance:
The Calico and Cowboys
Romance Collection by Mary Connealy
-- The Old West comes to life under the talented pen of bestselling author Mary
Connealy. Enjoy a lighthearted ride alongside seven historical and one
contemporary cowboys and the women who tame their hearts.
(Historical/Contemporary Romance Novella from Barbour Publishing)
Would-Be Mistletoe
Wife by Christine
Johnson -- Worried she might lose her teaching job if funding is cut
for her boarding school, widow Louise Smythe must consider marriage. But the
only prospective groom in town is lighthouse-keeper Jesse Hammond, and he wants
children--something she may never be able to provide. While Jesse waits for the
ideal woman to make his wife, though, Louise can't help but long for something
more than his friendship. If he wants to be promoted to head lighthouse keeper,
Jesse needs to find a wife suited to his rustic lifestyle. But as he and Louise
partner to give the town's homeless orphans a joyous holiday, he's drawn to the
petite woman. Will the light of Christmas finally inspire them to trust in each
other's hearts? (Historical Romance from Love Inspired [Harlequin])
Circle of
Blessings by Deborah Raney
-- A young college student is determined to win the love of her English
professor at the university in the Dakota Territory where she is studying to be
an architect. (Historical Romance from Raney Day Press)
Historical:
Return to Bella
Terra by MaryAnn Diorio
-- When she receives word that her mother is terminally ill, Maria Landro
Tonetta travels to her Sicilian homeland with her son Nico. She finds herself
yearning for the life she once knew as a child on Bella Terra, the family farm,
now on the verge of bankruptcy. Caught between two worlds, Maria dreams of
moving back to Sicily with her husband and children to save the farm. When,
however, Nico’s biological father unexpectedly appears at Mama’s funeral, Maria
faces a new enemy to her dream.
But is there an even greater enemy within her own soul?
(Historical, Independently Published)
Brides of
Minnesota by Lena Nelson Dooley
-- Follow a Swedish family’s journey as they settle in Minnesota where each
brother seeks a living—and wife. (Historical from Barbour Publishing)
Mystery:
Guilt by
Association by Heather Day
Gilbert -- When the dead body of an overdosed teen turns up next to
Tess Spencer's mom's trailer, it'll take a miracle to keep Tess from becoming a
casualty in her own personal war on drugs. (Mystery, ACFW Qualified
Independently Published)
Romantic Suspense:
Imperfect
Justice by Cara Putman --
The police say the woman was a murderer. Emilie Wesley knows they can’t be
talking about her client . . . can they? (Romantic Suspense from HarperCollins
Christian Publishing)
Holiday Secrets
by Susan Sleeman
-- When his ex is thrust into the crosshairs of a deadly syndicate, FBI agent
Gavin McKade will do whatever it takes to protect her. Even work the case with
his stubborn sheriff dad. As if protecting Lexie from professional killers
isn’t difficult enough, the unlikely reunion has rekindled their complicated
romantic connection. But if Gavin can’t untangle Lexie from this dangerous web,
the blurring line between duty and love may not matter…because this Christmas
could be their last. (Romantic Suspense from Love Inspired [Harlequin])
Speculative:
The Redemption of
Jedidiah Pinkney by J.R. Pitts -- A
crippled and bullied young boy finds redemption and healing after an encounter
with Jesus. (Speculative from Ambassador International)
