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Christian Suspense Books
Texas Neighbors
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By Debra White Smith / Barbour Publishing

Three Texas couples come together amidst mystery, chance encounters, and heartbreak that try their faith. Alissa Carrington plans to spend vacation time fixing up her new home, but her neighbor has just dug up a mystery in his backyard. Can she trust that he is not part of a murderous plot? When Brendy Lane's old flame walks into ' her coffee shop. Zeke brings with him a flood of sweet memories. Can Brendy take a chance on giving Zeke priority in her full life? Burned by love, Kent Lane only has energy for his two children. Can he ever recognize the love offered by a family friend?

The Crystal Cavern
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By Hannah Alexander / Barbour Publishing

When an Ozark ice storm strands geology student Sable Chamberlin and Dr. Paul Murphy, they assume they're safe from the killer responsible for murdering Sable's grandfather. But will her childhood home---and the dark caves beneath---provide a safe haven and the answers she seeks or are they a deadly trap? 364 pages, softcover from Barbour.

The Danger Within, Faith at the Crossroads Series #2
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By Valerie Hansen / Steeple Hill Books
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My reporter nose smells a story brewing at the Double V Ranch. Word is that rancher Michael Vance has already lost several cows to a mystery ailment. This is not the first odd thing to happen there, either. Michael's old foreman disappeared out of the blue, and his new one, Hector Delgato, is cagey. He bears watching. Meanwhile, Michael hired newcomer Layla Dixon as the housekeeper/vet while his injured housekeeper recovers, and the bohemian beauty is nothing like meat-and- potatoes Michael. I think romance might be in the air, but there is also something sinister starting up in Colorado Springs....

The Face of Deceit
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By Ramona Richards / Steeple Hill Books

Her parents were killed as she looked on, but artist Karen O'Neill has suppressed that childhood horror. Now, years later, someone is destroying her famous "face" vases. Art expert Mason DuBroc suspects that the creepy face Karen molds points toward murder. Does Karen know something she shouldn't? A spine-tingling thriller with a fascinating twist! 224 pages, softcover from Steeple Hill.

The Flat Marriage Fix
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By Karen S. Hayse / Barbour Publishing

Sonya Kane feels alone. Particularly when she learns that her husband, Brad, is leaving behind for a long bicycle trip--and with complete strangers, at that. Sonya's not athletic and has no interest in biking-- but her heart longs to be close to her husband.

The Guardian's Mission
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By Shirlee McCoy / Steeple Hill Books

When Martha Gabler encounters a strange man near her isolated mountain cabin, he claims to be an undercover ATF agent. He says he needs her to pretend she's his girlfriend---or they'll both end up dead! Does Martha have enough faith to trust the handsome Tristan Sinclair---and put her life in his hands? 224 pages, softcover from Steeple Hill.

The Hamilton Heir
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By Valerie Hansen / Steeple Hill Books
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When tough tycoon Tim Hamilton---the legitimate son currently running his ailing father's business---wrecks employee Dawn Leroux's car, her main concern is with the folks on her meal-delivery route. So the boss ends up playing chauffeur! Will his lovely assistant's sweet nature tame all-business Tim? Only time will tell! 250 pages, softcover from Steeple Hill.

The Healer, O'Malley Series #5
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By Dee Henderson / Tyndale House

Someone snatched his cousin's wife and son. FBI agent Luke Falcon is searching for a kidnapper and sorting out the crime. He's afraid it's the work of a stalker. He's afraid they're already dead, and he'll do anything required to get them back alive--he just didn't plan on falling in love with the only witness. Uncommon Heroes: Welcome to a world where friendships go deep, loyalties stand strong, and uncommon heroes perform the toughest jobs in the world. Dee Henderson's military romance series provides a detailed passage into the world of the military and homeland heroes, and those they love.

The Inn at Shadow Lake
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By Janet Edgar / Steeple Hill Books

Special agent Zachary Marshall has chased a deadly terrorist ring to a secluded resort . . . and right to a woman he once loved! Is Julie a cunning traitor or just an innocent victim of ruthless criminals? And now that Zachary's this close, can he stop himself from falling for her all over again? 250 pages, softcover from Steeple Hill.

The Negotiator, O'Malley Family Series #1
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By Dee Henderson / Multnomah Publishers Inc.

In this dynamic rerelease of The Negotiator, FBI agent Dave Richman from Danger in the Shadows is back - and about to meet Kate O'Malley. A hostage negotiator in Chicago, Kate is a lengend on the force, willing to walk into any situation. Dave is a Christian, but Kate isn't. Their relationship is going to be a challenge. Kate's family, the seven O'Malleys, were orphaned or abandoned as children; they chose to become their own family. But an airplane bombing, tragic family news, and the appearance of a brother Kate didn't know she had will change her family's life - and her own - forever.

The Price Of Redemption
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By Pamela Tracy / Steeple Hill Books

IT WASN'T HIS FIRST DEAD BODY. AND IT MIGHT NOT BE HIS LAST. Barely twenty-four hours after arriving in Broken Bones, Arizona, Eric Santellis discovered a body in his shed. Luckily, he had an alibi: he'd been in prison when the lady had taken her last breath. Then a second corpse turned up and, surprise, surprise, it was a cop. Instead of being blamed for a murder-or two-Eric began helping the lovely Ruth Atkins investigate her husband's death. But the killer could be closer than they realized. And fi nding him might be their biggest test of faith yet.

The Protector, O'Malley Series #4
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By Dee Henderson / Tyndale House

Jack O'Malley is a fireman who is fearless when it comes to facing an inferno. But when an arsonist begins targeting his district, his shift, his friends, Jack faces the ultimate challenge: protecting the lady who saw the arsonist before she pays an even higher price.

The Rescuer, O'Malley Family Series #6
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By Dee Henderson / Multnomah Publishers Inc.

Stephen O'Malley is a paramedic who has been rescuing people all his life. But he's running now--from the burden of his profession, from the grief of losing his sister, and from a God he doesn't want to trust. He's run into a mystery. Stolen jewels are turning up in unexpected places, and his friend Meghan is caught in the middle of the trouble. Stephen's about to run into a night he will never forget: a kidnapping, a tornado, and a race to rescue the woman he loves. Don't miss this last book in the exciting O'Malley series.

The Sound of Secrets
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By Irene Brand / Love Inspired Suspense

A note from Nerissa Blanchard: Now that my twin has found love, she wants me to be as happy as she is. She does not know how blue coming home to this empty house makes me. And our poor mother...I found her in the library, murdered. I am thankful that Drew Lancaster was one of the first officers on the scene. He is encouraging and supportive and handsome, too! Lately, I have been hearing strange things around the house, and I worry that Mother's killer,or maybe someone else,is trying to push me over the edge of madness.

The Truth Seeker, O'Malley Series #3
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By Dee Henderson / Tyndale House

Women are turning up dead, and Lisa O'Malley has a habit of walking into crime scenes, curious. She's a forensic pathologist, and mysteries are her domain. U.S. marshall Quinn Diamond has found loving her is easier than keeping her safe. Lisa's found the killer, and now shes missing too.

The Witness
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By Dee Henderson / Tyndale House

Eight years ago, Amanda Griffin witnessed a horrific crime, and she's been running ever since. Her sisters believe she's dead. But recently exposed family secrets have placed Amanda's siblings in the spotlight---and in peril. Can Amanda protect them without exposing herself? And does pressing danger mean police chief Luke Granger is running out of time? 375 pages, softcover from Tyndale.

Thread of Deceit
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By Catherine Palmer / Steeple Hill Books

Sam Hawke runs an activities program called Haven in inner-city St. Louis. He resents journalist Ana Burns's determination to expose the Haven's eroding infrastructure and possibly shut down the center. While battling these issues, Sam and Ana gradually become aware of another, more sinister problem at Haven: the underbelly of the child sex industry. As they follow the thread of deceit to its insidious core, Sam and Ana will do whatever it takes to protect innocent children, even if that means putting their own lives-and their growing love-in jeopardy.

Ticket to Tomorrow, A Fair to Remember Series #1
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By Carol Cox / Barbour Publishing
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The World's Fair is more than rides and cotton candy. Annie Trenton and her late husband's partner, Silas Crockett, step off the train at the great world's fair in Chicago and walk smack into political intrigue. When a stranger accidentally collides with Silas, more than a satchel is unintentionally exchanged, drawing Annie, Silas, and a handsome rodeo rider into a world of deceptions and conspiracies. When Annie's keen powers of observation threaten to expose devious plots, more than her exhibition plans hang in the balance. Will Annie lose her life before she has a chance to surrender her heart?

To Know Her by Name, Rocky Mountain Memories Series #3
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By Lori Wick / Harvest House Publishers

Who is this woman? McKay Harrington wondered. After chasing and killing an outlaw in the Boulder foothills, Harrington finds himself critically wounded and dependent upon a mysterious woman named Callie. When Harrington returns to his job at the Treasury Department, an unexpected encounter reveals a dangerous masquerade... Can McKay Harrington penetrate the wall of secrecy surrounding Calliehat about the love growing in his heart for this woman of mystery?

To Trust a Friend
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By Lynn Bulock / Steeple Hill Books

Forensic specialist Kyra Elliot faced the challenge of her career when she was assigned to identify a still-at-large serial killer. Help came in the tall, dark, handsome form of FBI investigator Joshua Richards, who was annoyed at being "cent" to Kyra. Yet as they closed in on the killer, Kyra had to trust her reluctant partner with her life-and her heart.

To Trust A Stranger
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By Lynn Bulock / Steeple Hill

A faded childhood photograph of the Barker girls was the only clue found at a crime scene. But it didn't explain who'd want Jessie Barker's sister dead. The snapshot brought back memories of another tragedy, shrouded in mystery, that left the Barker girls orphaned as children. Jessie had to find out what happened to her beloved sister, but she'd have to trust a stranger with a twenty-five- year-old story that no one had ever believed. Yet detective Steve Gardner did believe-and with God's help he would aid Jessie in her dangerous quest for the truth....

True Courage, Uncommon Heroes Series #4
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By Dee Henderson / Tyndale House

Someone snatched his cousin's wife and son. FBI agent Luke Falcon is searching for a kidnapper and sorting out the crime. He's afraid it's the work of a stalker. He's afraid they're already dead, and he'll do anything required to get them back alive--he just didn't plan on falling in love with the only witness. Uncommon Heroes: Welcome to a world where friendships go deep, loyalties stand strong, and uncommon heroes perform the toughest jobs in the world. Dee Henderson's military romance series provides a detailed passage into the world of the military and homeland heroes, and those they love. Someone snatched his cousin's wife and son. FBI agent Luke Falcon is searching for a kidnapper and sorting out the crime. He's afraid it's the work of a stalker. He's afraid they're already dead, and he'll do anything required to get them back alive--he just didn't plan on falling in love with the only witness. Uncommon Heroes: Welcome to a world where friendships go deep, loyalties stand strong, and uncommon heroes perform the toughest jobs in the world. Dee Henderson's military romance series provides a detailed passage into the world of the military and homeland heroes, and those they love.

True Devotion, Uncommon Heroes Series #1
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By Dee Henderson / Tyndale House

Kelly Jacobs has already paid the ultimate price of loving a warrior; she has the folded flag and the grateful thanks of a nation to prove it. Navy SEAL Joe (Bear) Baker cannot ask her to accept that risk again--even though he loves her. But the man responsible for her husband's death is back; closer than either of them realize. Kelly is in danger, and Joe may not get there in time.

True Honor, Uncommon Heroes #3
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By Dee Henderson / Multnomah Fiction

Two years ago, Darcy St. James retired from the CIA. After September 11 , her nation desperately needs her---and her network of contacts. While fighting the war on terror, Darcy finds romance with Chief Petty Officer Sam Houston. But it could be a short-lived relationship, because somebody wants Darcy dead! 346 pages, softcover from Multnomah.

Valley Of Shadows
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By Shirlee McCoy / Steeple Hill

Hawke was a lone wolf, used to bringing down the bad guys by himself. Without a partner. Now he and Miranda Shelton were running for their lives, desperate to uncover the identity of Hawke's betrayor. Journeying from the mountains of Lakeview, Virginia, to the valleys of Thailand, Hawke vowed to protect the lovely Christian woman in his care.

Vanished
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By Margaret Daley / Steeple Hill Books
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As a detective in Chicago, J.T. Logan had put away a lot of criminals-and had made a lot of enemies. However, the last thing the widowed father and current small-town sheriff expected was crime in his own backyard. Until his young daughter was kidnapped. FBI agent Madison Spencer found herself working with J.T. again, on a case painfully different from their previous one. She could only watch as he struggled to remain coldly professional while his heart was in anguish. And what of her own heart? Romance should be the furthest thing from their minds. All she could do was hope-and pray-for them all.

Vendetta
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By Roxanne Rustand / Steeple Hill Books

Guilty until proven innocent That was the McAllister family motto, wasn't it? Cole Daniels would never forget it-no matter how interested he was in pretty, kind Leigh McAllister. Thanks to lies told by her uncle, Cole's father was wrongly imprisoned. Now that Cole and Leigh were both back in Wolf Creek, Wyoming, he was sure Leigh held the key to clearing his father's good name. But his quest for justice was complicated by the escalating sabotage of Leigh's vet clinic and by his growing feelings for her.

Where Truth Lies
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By Lynn Bulock / Steeple Hill

It's only June and already so much has happened this year! The mother that Miranda Blanchard thought was dead is alive and her father was recently arrested... What other surprises will life throw at her? Lucky for her, she has Reverend George Brown to guide her through all of this, and although he has his own past to deal with, he's willing to set it aside to help Miranda. What exactly does the future have in storey for her?

Who Am I?
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By Lena Nelson Dooley / Heartsong Presents
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Leiann has been lied to her entire life. Leiann Hambrick was settled into a comfortable life as a Texas schoolteacher. . .but then her mother dies and her world is turned upside down. A letter Leiann receives causes her to question her very identity. What will she learn when she goes to Boston to meet the grandfather she nas never known? Gerome Mays has discovered that someone is stealing from his wealthy stepfather. When Leiann shows up claiming to be his stepfather's long-lost granddaughter, Gerome wonders if she's involved. But as his attraction for her grows, unexplained accidents lead Gerome to a more sinister plot. Will Leiann learn to forgive those who lied to her and find her true identity in the Lord? Can Gerome save Leiann's life and his stepfather's fortune?

Wildfire
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By Roxanne Rustand / Steeple Hill Books

(Canyon Ranch) The Snow Canyon Ranch miniseries continues! When Josh Bryant returns to Wolf Creek, tour guide Tessa McAllister must finally deal with their troubled past. Years ago, Josh had broken her heart, leaving her with a secret to harbor alone. Now he's back, making her remember what they shared. But someone is watching and waiting, determined to ruin their hope for a second chance.

Winter Winds, Seaside Seasons #4
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By Gayle Roper / Multnomah

After his guardian's severe illness, pastor Paul Trevelyan returns to his congregation in Seaside with a big surprise--a wife he's been estranged from for seven years. It was the ailing old man's wish that Dori and Trev return to each other, and they agree, as long as they can sleep in separate bedrooms. The dangers of a sinister luggage mix-up are compounded by discord within the church, as a highly opinionated elder proves he stop at nothing to see Trev gone. This blizzard of difficulties leaves just a snowball's chance of a thaw between the stubborn spouses.

Winter's Secret, Northern Intrigue Series #1
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By Lyn Cote / Tyndale House
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Sheriff Rod Durand is perplexed but determined to solve the rash of burglaries that have been occurring. Somebody's been stealing from the town's senior citizens! His one link to solving the mystery is Wendy Carey--- who is equally resolved to get to the bottom of things. But as they follow the thief's trail together, they discover more than they bargained for! 300 pages, softcover from Tyndale.

Wiser Than Serpents
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By Susan May Warren / Steeple Hill Books

When her sister vanishes in a human slave ring, FSB agent Yanna Andrevka arranges her own kidnapping into Taiwan's sex trafficking trade and finds herself with no way out. Then she discovers an ally deep undercover: Delta Force Captain David Curtiss is after the kingpin of the Twin Serpents, the organized crime syndicate that has Yanna-and hundreds of others-in its clutches. With opposite agendas, David and Yanna must rely on each other to outwit a cold-blooded enemy.

Without a Trace, Rock Harbor Series #1
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By Colleen Coble / Thomas Nelson

When a plane crash claims her husband and son, Bree Nichols and Samson, her search-and-rescue dog, won't rest until they recover the bodies. But quiet Rock Harbor is shaken by a violent crime, and Bree discovers links to her husband's fatal accident. Would solving this crime bring her peace---or more incredibly, reunite her family? 304 pages, softcover from WestBow.

Witness
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By Susan Page Davis / Steeple Hill Books
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Petra Wilson was convinced that she saw her neighbor murder his wife, but with no body and no evidence, no one believed her. Even so, Petra knew what she saw-and now her dangerous neighbor knew it, too. Needing protection, she turned to P.I. Joe Tarleton, who vowed to uncover the truth-putting them both at risk.

Yuletide Peril
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By Irene Brand / Steeple Hill Books

All Janice Reid wants is to provide a safe, stable home for her kid sister, Brooke. But when they move to their ancestral house in Stanton, West Virginia, threatening letters and ominous phone calls make it clear they're not welcome. They turn to Lance Gordon, Brooke's principal, for help. Can he discover the source of the menacing "pranks" before they turn deadly? 256 pages, softcover.

Yuletide Stalker
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By Irene Brand / Steeple Hill Books

A young woman's life is threatened when she visits an old friend in Hawaii during the re-opened investigation of her father's death. As suspense and danger escalate, unexpected love also develops.

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Susan Sleeman
Susan is passionate about Christian Suspense both as a reader and a writer. The first novel in her Garden Gate Mystery Series, Nipped in the Bud, will release in May of 2009 from Heartsong Presents: Mysteries, an imprint of Barbour Publishing. Read more about Susan's . . .
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