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This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.He couldn''t save his wife…but he will save AlyssaWhen Noah Preston entered witness protection, his only concern was for his daughter. He couldn''t save her mother, but he would save Alyssa–no matter what. Now, three years later, he''s done his best to make their new lives work. But he can''t let go of the fear–and the guilt–that haunts him. And he can''t let Alyssa out of his sight.Noah''s convinced that loneliness is part of his penance. So when Billie Landon stumbles into his bike shop, he''s determined to keep his distance. He can''t risk giving in to his attraction to her. Even though she could be exactly what he and his child really need.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.He can say no to everything but her…Nate Marshall used to be a yes-man…until being so agreeable cost him dearly. But Eden Quinn has a way of getting him to reconsider his "just say no" policy. Which is how a bunch of troubled teens end up at his ranch for the weekend. The boys in Eden''s care are a handful, and Nate can''t help but be attracted to the feisty, independent woman who keeps them in line. This cowboy knows Eden''s no damsel in distress, yet it''s clear hers isn''t a one-woman job. If she''s determined to do everything on her own, how can he help her…let alone get her to fall for him?

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.Does she even need a hero?Summer Lane is no damsel in distress. For the past two years, she''s been battling her way back from her worst nightmare all by herself. So she doesn''t need the fabulous former Marine Zach Marshall swooping in to save her.But she needn''t worry. Zach has hung up his shining armor. His instinct to rescue has only brought him heartache, and he''s not about to risk it all again–even though everything about Summer makes him yearn to help. But she just might accept his challenge to step up and conquer her fears on her own. Even her deepest fears, like trust…and love.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.LIKE IT OR NOT, THEY''RE FAMILY NOWWhen Brooke O''Toole''s sister and brother-in-law die in a tragic accident, her only priority is the emotional well-being of her one-year-old nephew, Connor. Unfortunately, that means making nice with the man she holds responsible for her mother''s murder: Hunter Stone.Allowing Hunter into her life is the opposite of easy. Brooke''s never understood why her sister forgave him–and worse, became his neighbor and friend. But even she can''t deny the bond between the man and child, or how much she''s come to rely on both of them. Despite her instinct to fight this ex-cop who''s challenging her right to custody, Brooke suspects the best thing for Connor is a life with both of them in it.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.THEY WERE WORLDS APART, CONNECTED BY A BOY…Why would a former football star like Logan Murray pay attention to her? Bianca Wright was a far cry from the beautiful women she''d seen him with in the tabloids. He was just being kind. Or even worse–felt sorry for her. He knew she was a widow with an autistic son. That had to be too much baggage for any man, and Bianca wouldn''t accept anything but the best for her child. But if Logan could use his connections to match her son Drew with a therapy dog, she''d swallow her pride and accept his help.And yet, after fifteen minutes with Drew, Logan seemed to "get it" better than Drew''s own father ever did. Had Bianca misjudged him? Maybe he had hidden depths. She would''ve liked to find out, but that was a risk she just wouldn''t take…not when her precious boy was involved.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.He''s a man who wants it all…if only he could have itDreams of stardom took musician and firefighter Sam Marshall far from his Colorado roots. Starting fresh in Nashville hasn''t been easy, especially after an injury on the job, but he''s working his way to the Grand Ole Opry one open mike at a time, teaching at the fire station to make ends meet. Yet Sam''s intentions are shaken when he meets the lovely owner of a local café. Suddenly, Sam''s dreams are filled with her. Too bad that as the daughter of country-music wannabes, Finn Leary''s been there, done that. She''ll never choose a musician. So how can Sam possibly get the girl and keep the guitar?

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.Don''t they both deserve a second chance?Fourteen years ago, one reckless act cost Ian Sylvestry everything, including the girl he planned to marry. Since then, he has fought hard to turn his life around. Returning to his Baltimore town after serving a prison term was the first step. Winning back Maleah Turner''s trust is a far more daunting challenge. From their first sparks-flying reunion, it''s obvious they still have powerful feelings for each other. In fact, they might be even stronger together now. But if their second chance is going to work, Maleah has to believe that Ian is a changed man. She really wants to believe…but she simply isn''t convinced.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.A kidnapping shattered their family…Rena and Grant VanMeter lived every parent''s worst nightmare when their preschool daughter was abducted. Riddled with guilt and hoping time apart would help them heal, Rena made the hardest decision of her life. But stunning news reunites her with Grant. Rosie has been found.Putting up a united front for their child''s sake isn''t as easy as they thought. Grant hasn''t forgiven Rena for taking her eyes off Rosie for a few critical seconds. And Rena has yet to forgive herself. But their little girl needs them more than ever…

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.She''s ready for that second chance…But will he believe she''s changed?When she fled Baltimore after a near-fatal accident that left her dependent on painkillers, Lillie Rourke had lost everything. Now, emotionally healed, she''s ready to make amends and start over. But Jase Yeager has moved on, and who can blame him? Yet Lillie isn''t giving up–on her or them. Earning back Jase''s trust won''t be easy, but Lillie''s no stranger to challenges…

Among the New-new Order Amish of Oakland, Maryland, children bring precious hope, joy—and sometimes an unexpected second chance at love . . . For Amish widower Phillip Baker, providing for his family in the wake of his wife''s death means back-breaking work and renewed dedication to his faith. Still, his strength can’t help him relate to his little son’s struggles. It seems a godsend when new doctor Emily White is able to treat Gabe’s shyness and fear even as she helps heal him. But no matter how strongly Phillip is drawn to the caring Englisher from the city, their differences may be too great to overcome . . . Reeling from her own tragic loss, Emily keeps loneliness at bay through her clinic work. Somehow, though, Gabe and his gentle, sad-eyed father are making her want to risk opening her heart again. But can she find acceptance in their Plain world—and a way to turn their separate lives into a family forever? . . .

In the New Order Amish community of Pleasant Valley, a helping hand is never far away, and a baby’s smile can be reason enough to start over—and risk love again . . .   Since losing his family in a tragic accident, building contractor Max Lambright can't seem to find purpose in anything but hard work . . . until he meets feisty newcomer, Willa Richards. As she struggles to make a new life for herself and her baby girl, she challenges him in just about every possible way. Dare he hope that, alongside this spirited woman, he might rekindle his lost faith, and find the path to love and the family he craves?   Poor choices and a difficult past have inspired Willa to make better decisions for her precious Frannie, even if it means leaving the familiar behind and starting over . . . among strangers. As she adapts to the Amish ways, she learns about Max’s generous and steadfast nature. The loneliness he tries so hard to mask can’t be hidden . . . not from a woman with something to prove: Together, they can build their friendship into something that will forever stand as the cornerstone of a happy family . . .    Visit us www.kensingtonbooks.com

Family Fiction’s #1 author of Amish Fiction!Amid the New Order Amish community of Oakland, Maryland, an unexpected gift of comfort and tender caring can help spark a surprising dream of love . . . Between raising three grieving children and running a booming business, recent widower Aaron Bontrager desperately needs help—even if it means a marriage of convenience only. He couldn’t be more surprised by his new wife, ebullient Bethel Mast. With an unconventional, joyful sense of purpose, she''s starting to turn his house back into a home and bring stability and peace to his children’s lives. And somehow, her gentle understanding is reigniting impossible hope in Aaron''s guarded, lonely heart . . . Bethel never had a fair chance for a home and family of her own. She doesn''t want to replace Aaron’s first wife, but she’ll face any challenge to aid him and his children. And she soon finds Aaron’s formidable exterior hides a sensitivity and caring that she’s quietly drawn to. Can Bethel show him that their practical arrangement is blossoming into so much more—and can be the start of a wonderful future together for all of them?

Stories of the blessings of parenthood from Loree LoughSuddenly DaddyCiara Dorsey''s unsteady marriage to Mitch Mahoney is challenged by the FBI agent''s seven-month assignment—especially when he gets the homecoming surprise of a lifetime. He''s going to be a father! Can they mend their marriage for the baby''s sake…and their own?Suddenly MommyThe precious baby in her care is a dream come true for Jaina Chandelle—but little Liam isn''t hers to keep. She must unite orphaned Liam with his uncle, attorney Connor Buchanan. Both the baby and Connor need Jaina, if she''s ready to accept that she''s found the family she''s always wanted.

Loree Lough shares stories of love, faith and healing.An Accidental HeroStruggling actress Cammi Carlisle is leading a life of bad luck. When fate throws her and Reid Alexander together, though, things start to look up. Still, Reid harbors a terrible secret that the pregnant Cammi may not be able to forgive….An Accidental MomAny glimpse of Max Sheridan, her long-lost love, has always made Lily London sparkle. Then Max, now a widower, returns to Amarillo with his young son. Max doesn''t think the girl he left behind can handle a ready-made family—it''s up to Lily to prove him wrong.

A head-on collision with burned-out rodeo star Reid Alexander is the last thing actress Cammi Carlisle needs! Pregnant, widowed and considered a "has-been," Cammi is returning to her family''s Texas ranch in search of forgiveness. Little does she know that Reid wants her forgiveness....Though there''s sizzling chemistry between them, Reid knows a relationship would never work. Unbeknownst to Cammi, Reid was the one driving the pickup that killed her mother years ago. Even though it was a tragic accident with no one at fault, how will she ever forgive him when he can''t even forgive himself?

A head-on collision with burned-out rodeo star Reid Alexander is the last thing actress Cammi Carlisle needs! Pregnant, widowed and considered a "has-been," Cammi is returning to her family's Texas ranch in search of forgiveness. Little does she know that Reid wants her forgiveness….Though there's sizzling chemistry between them, Reid knows a relationship would never work. Unbeknownst to Cammi, Reid was the one driving the pickup that killed her mother years ago. Even though it was a tragic accident with no one at fault, how will she ever forgive him when he can't even forgive himself?

Lily London had been crushed when Max Sheridan left town to marry someone else. Years later, her heart leaped when he returned to Amarillo, Texas, to take over his mother' s diner.Now that she was old enough to do more than dream of becoming Mrs. Max Sheridan, she prayed he would see the woman she' d become. Because this time, she was really in love… not just with Max but with his motherless four-year-old son, too! Yet despite the intense emotions that still sparked between them, Max refused to believe that a vibrant young woman like Lily was ready to take on the responsibilities of wife… and mother. Together, could they learn to trust in God' s leadership… and in their love for one another?

As a boy, Adam Thorne participated in a prank that went horribly wrong. Having no adult in his life to teach him that, with a changed heart, no sin is unforgivable, he turned his guilt into a shield……until Kasey Delaney bounded into his world, bubbling with life and overflowing with enthusiasm for God's love.Months into their whirlwind courtship, Adam still hadn't revealed his shameful secret. But could he bear the loneliness if Kasey couldn't set aside her pain and anger and see him for the man he had become, rather than the boy he had been? Or would God, in His infinite wisdom, give Adam the strength to unburden his heart and rejoice in the healing power of love?

SCIENCE VERSUS…FAITH? Dr. Wade Cameron was a man of science– it came with the territory. He knew there was nothing between him and Patrice McKenzie short of chemistry. Never mind that the petite auburn-haired beauty had a smile that would put the sun's glow to shame, and a heart big enough to match.But as a man of science he also knew that family history counted…and his clan's sordid past left too much to chance. The twice-voted "Bachelor of the Year" was determined to continue his no-commitment policy…until Patrice began making this nonbeliever think that maybe he'd taken a wrong turn. Maybe there was something permanent in God's plan for him?

THERE WERE TIMES WHEN ALEX WANTED TO GIVE UP…. BUT TAYLOR NEVER GAVE HIM THE CHANCE. Body and faith bruised, Lieutenant Alex Van Buren had one wish–to make it through another day. Then sprightly Taylor Griffith came into his life…and he began to wonder if it was time to face his future.Taylor had never known a man like Alex. The moment they met, she felt a connection. But the man stubbornly refused to let faith…or love…into his life. And if he didn't, how could she show him that with love and grace anything was possible?

FOR BETTER… Drew Cunningham had always been a man of strong faith. When he married Gabrielle, he knew he would love her forever–and she him. FOR WORSE… Now Drew's faith was being challenged. After less than a year of marriage, his beloved Gabrielle had left him, and he felt powerless to change things. AS LONG AS THEY BOTH SHALL LIVE? Who could have predicted the fateful accident that would wash away Gabrielle's memory? Suddenly Gabrielle believed they were still married, and Drew vowed not to waste this precious second chance. He would find the strenght to become the man his wife needed…and win back the woman who held his heart.