Lion of Babylon (Marc Royce)
By Davis Bunn (Bethany House Publishers)
Release date: July 1, 2011
Marc Royce works for the State Department on special assignments, most of them rather routine, until two CIA operatives go missing in Iraq–kidnapped by Taliban forces bent on generating chaos in the region. Two others also drop out of sight–a high-placed Iraqi civilian and an American woman providing humanitarian aid. Are the disappearances linked? Rumors circulate in a whirl of misinformation. Marc must unravel the truth in a covert operation requiring utmost secrecy–from both the Americans and the insurgents. But even more secret than the undercover operation is the underground dialogue taking place between sworn enemies.
The List
By Robert Whitlow (Thomas Nelson)
Release date: October 4, 2004
The book that launched bestselling author Robert Whitlow’s career!“Fans of John Grisham will find much to like here. ” —Library Journal review of The ConfessionIn a world of secrets, where evil has reigned for over a hundred years, the power of an ancient covenant will change the life of one man forever. As a struggling young attorney fresh out of law school, Renny Jacobson pines for the day he can afford the luxuries of the partners in his Charlotte firm. With news of his father’s death and a secret inheritance, Renny’s life will surely change forever. But the clandestine society that provides the inheritance soon threatens to change him in more ways than one.
Little Girl Lost (The Secrets of Stoneley, Book 2) (Steeple Hill Love Inspired Suspense #40)
By Shirlee McCoy (Love Inspired Suspense)
Release date: February 13, 2007
Boy, is Mick Campbell infuriating! The police detective is only doinghis job, looking into the death of the private investigator my sisterhad hired to find our presumed-dead mother (it’s been a very eventfulmonth!), but does he really believe a member of my family is akiller? I’ve been planning to spend time with Mick to keep tabs onthe investigation, but lately I’ve been wondering, am I drawn to himbecause he’s a single dad or because his faith is strong under fire?
The Littlest Target (True North Heroes)
By Maggie K. Black (Love Inspired Suspense)
Release date: March 6, 2018
Nanny and baby on the runA taut thriller in the True North Heroes seriesWhen her boss’s wife is murdered before her eyes, nanny Daisy Hayward flees with her infant charge. But she can’t escape danger. Someone wants the baby and will kill Daisy to get him. In the Canadian wilderness, a paramedic saves them. But when Daisy is framed for murder and labeled a kidnapper, will Max Henry help her.
The Littlest Witness (Love Inspired Suspense)
By Jane M. Choate (Love Inspired Suspense)
Release date: January 5, 2016
TO PROTECT A CHILD When Delta Force soldier Caleb Judd’s brother and sister-in-law are murdered, the killers turn their attention on his orphaned nephew. Caleb’s new mission: protect little Tommy—who hasn’t said a word since witnessing his parents’ deaths—and figure out who’s targeting his family. He needs help, and security expert Shelley Rabb is perfect for the job. But Caleb’s used to calling the shots, not taking orders…even when they come from a beautiful former Secret Service agent. Shelley knows firsthand what can happen when business becomes personal, so she vows not to get too close to Caleb and his nephew.
Living Lies (Harbored Secrets)
By Natalie Walters (Revell)
Release date: May 21, 2019
In the little town of Walton, Georgia, everybody knows your name–but no one knows your secret. At least that’s what Lane Kent is counting on when she returns to her hometown with her five-year-old son. Dangerously depressed after the death of her husband, Lane is looking for hope. What she finds instead is a dead body. Lane must work with Walton’s newest deputy, Charlie Lynch, to uncover the truth behind the murder.
The Living Room
By Robert Whitlow (Thomas Nelson)
Release date: July 23, 2013
Amy Clarke’s dreams are coming true—and that’s the problem. Legal secretary by day, romance novelist by night, Amy Clarke lives with a precious secret. For years, she has traveled to a holy place in her dreams—a sublime place she calls the Living Room. When she awakes, her faith and energy are supernaturally restored. And when she dreams, she receives vibrant inspiration for her novels.
Local Boy Makes Dead
By Evelyn Geisler (Pleasant Word-A Division of WinePress Publishing)
Release date: October 11, 2007
Claire Burton is at the top of her game. She’s just solved a murder and is back with her fiancé, Don Snyder. Soon Claire is asked to find out whether one of the town’s leading citizens committed suicide or was murdered. Her quest for the answer to this question leads her into the dark world of counterfeit drugs. Claire and Don are also making wedding plans, but thanks to interfering-though well meaning-relatives, might not make it to the altar.
Lock, Stock, and Over a Barrel (A Dear Daphne Novel)
By Melody Carlson (B&H Books)
Release date: June 1, 2013
With high hopes, Daphne Ballinger lands her dream job at The New York Times. But it’s not long until writing about weddings becomes a painful reminder of her own failed romance, and her love of the city slowly sours as well. Is it time to give up the Big Apple for her small hometown of Appleton? When her eccentric Aunt Dee passes away and leaves a sizeable estate to Daphne, going back home is an easy choice. What isn’t easy is coming to terms with the downright odd clauses written into the will. Daphne only stands to inherit the estate if she agrees to her aunt’s very specific posthumous terms — personal and professional.
Lone Defender (Heroes for Hire)
By Shirlee McCoy (Love Inspired Suspense)
Release date: September 13, 2011
When private investigator Skylar Grady finds herself abandoned in the Arizona desert, she knows two things. First, her “simple” case tracking a deadbeat dad has someone spooked. Second—that someone will kill to keep her off the trail. So even when her rescuer, former patrol agent Jonas Sampson, wants her to leave, Skylar knows she’s staying. No one gets rid of her that easily.

