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When spunky Marguerite Westing discovers that her family will summer at Lake Manawa in 1895, she couldn't be more thrilled. It is the perfect way to escape her agonizingly boring suitor, Roger Gordon. It's also where she stumbles upon two new loves: sailing, and sailing instructor Trip Andrews. But this summer of fun turns to turmoil as her father's gambling problems threaten to ruin the family forever. Will free-spirited Marguerite marry Roger to save her father's name and fortune? Or will she follow her heart--even if it means abandoning the family she loves?Author Lorna Seilstad's fresh and entertaining voice will whisk readers away to a breezy lakeside summer holiday. Full of sharp wit and blossoming romance, Making Waves is the first book in the LAKE MANAWA SUMMERS series.

Sun, summer, and a scrumptious sailing instructor. What more could a girl want?When spunky Marguerite Westing discovers that her family will spend the summer of 1895 at Lake Manawa, Iowa, she couldn''t be more thrilled. It''s the perfect way to escape her agonizingly boring suitor, Roger Gordon. It''s also where she stumbles upon two new loves: sailing, and sailing instructor Trip Andrews. But this summer of fun turns to turmoil as her father''s secrets threaten to ruin the family forever. Will free-spirited Marguerite marry Roger to save her father''s name and fortune? Or will she follow her heart--even if it means hurting the family she loves?Full of sharp wit and blossoming romance, Making Waves will whisk you away to a breezy lakeside summer holiday.

Tessa Gregory is nothing if not tenacious. Denied a position as a horticulturalist at prestigious Como Park in Saint Paul, she is not above a little benevolent deception in order to get the park superintendent to change his mind and hire her. She plans to infiltrate the world of wealthy and influential people in hopes of drumming up financial support for a world-class conservatory. But before she can put those plans into action, she meets Reese King, a handsome gardener at Como Park--and a major distraction. Still, Reese might be the key to achieving her dream. But is his goal to help her . . . or to capture her heart?Against a lush backdrop of early twentieth century Saint Paul, Minnesota, Lorna Seilstad weaves a sweet and sassy story that is sure to please. Tessa''s young romance opens like a rose, stealing readers'' hearts and filling their senses with the intoxicating fragrance of dreams come true.

She wants to change the world.He wants to change her mind.It''s the beginning of a new century at Lake Manawa resort in Iowa, but some things never change. When Emily Graham''s meddlesome aunts and grandmother take it upon themselves to find her a husband among the resort guests, the spunky suffragist is determined to politely decline each and every suitor. She has neither the time nor the need for a man in her busy life.Carter Stockton, a recent college graduate and a pitcher for the Manawa Owls baseball team, intends to enjoy every minute of the summer before he is forced into the straitlaced business world of his father. When their worlds collide, neither Emily nor Carter could have guessed what would come next. Will Carter strike out? Or will Emily cast her vote for a love that might cost her dreams?The perfect summer novel, A Great Catch will enchant you with its breezy setting and endearing characters.

She''s planted firmly on solid ground.He''s ready to sweep her off her feet.The only man pragmatic Lilly Hart needs in her life is a six-year-old. Widowed for three years, Lilly has decided to leave the home of her intrusive in-laws to stand on her own. However, her in-laws find her new life as a cook at Lake Manawa utterly unsuitable for their grandson. When an argument ensues, a handsome stranger--who designs roller coasters, of all things--intercedes on Lilly''s behalf. But Lilly is not about to get involved with any man, especially this cocky gentleman. Little does she know she is about to begin the ride of her life.Filled with the sweet romance of summer, The Ride of Her Life will have you laughing out loud and sighing contentedly as you spend the summer of 1906 at Lake Manawa.

Hannah Gregory is good at many things, but that list doesn''t include following rules. So when she is forced to apply for a job as a telephone switchboard operator to support her two sisters, she knows it won''t be easy. "Hello Girls" must conduct themselves according to strict--and often bewildering--rules. No talking to the other girls. No chatting with callers. No blowing your nose without first raising your hand. And absolutely no consorting with gentlemen while in training.Meanwhile, young lawyer Lincoln Cole finds himself in the unfortunate position of having to enforce the bank''s eviction of the three Gregory girls from their parents'' home. He tries to soften the blow by supporting them in small ways as they settle into another home. But fiery Hannah refuses his overtures and insists on paying back every cent of his charity.When one of Hannah''s friends finds himself on the wrong side of a jail cell, Hannah is forced to look to Lincoln for help. Will it be her chance to return to her dreams of studying law? And could she be falling in love?With historic details that bring to life the exciting first decade of the twentieth century, Lorna Seilstad weaves a charming tale of camaraderie and companionship that blossoms into love. Readers will get lost in this sweet romance and will eagerly look forward to championing each sister''s dreams.

After graduating from Fannie Farmer''s School of Cookery in 1910, Charlotte Gregory is ready to stir things up. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to travel, lecture, and give cooking demonstrations on the very latest kitchen revolution--the gas stove--and certainly doesn''t mind that the gas company has hired the handsome Lewis Mathis to perform at her lectures. Lewis encourages her work, especially her crusade to introduce fresh, appetizing, nutritious food to those convalescing in hospitals. But young hospital superintendent Dr. Joel Brooks is not convinced any changes should be made--especially by this outspoken young woman.When Charlotte and Joel are coerced into planning a fund-raising gala for the hospital, will this combustible pair explode?Fan favorite Lorna Seilstad is back with a breezy, lighthearted love triangle that will keep readers guessing. Attention to historic detail adorns the timeless story of a young woman looking for true love and making her way in a rapidly changing world.

Adventure and Romance Await at Frontier Forts Join four adventurous women making their home at Old West forts. Faced with daily challengesand stubborn menthey bring civility to the frontier. The Colonel's Daughter by Gabrielle Meyer Minnesota, 1828Fort Snelling Major Nathaniel Ward is tasked with guarding his commanding officer's daughter, Ally Benson, from the amorous soldiers at Fort Snelling, but he finds the hardest person to keep in line is himself. Frontier of Her Heart by Susanne Dietze California, 1854Fort Humboldt All is fair in love and war, but the contest of wills between fort cook Emily Sweet and assistant surgeon Boyd Braxton is all about pride, not romance. . .until they must work together to stop an epidemic. Save the Last Word for Meby Lorna Seilstad Kansas, 1864Fort Riley Determined schoolteacher Adelina Dante believes every man, woman, and child deserves the opportunity to read and write, but when she approaches Colonel Isaac Scott about why he should allow his illiterate soldiers to attend special classes, she's the one who gets educated in matters of the heart. Forever Fort Garlandby Janette Foreman Colorado, 1879Fort Garland Annie Moreau arrives at Fort Garland to marry her soldier pen pal, Martin, but encounters two surprisesMartin has died in battle and she's been corresponding with dashing Captain Jefferson Gray all along.

Iowa, 1908: Hannah Gregory besitzt viele Talente - aber Regeln zu befolgen gehört defi nitiv nicht dazu. Und so ahnt sie schon, dass es nicht leicht werden wird, als sie sich als Telefonistin bewirbt. Diese müssen sich nämlich strikt an die Regeln halten. Sie dürfen nicht miteinander plaudern. Keine persönlichen Gespräche mit den Anrufern führen. Und vor allem dürfen sie sich während ihrer Ausbildung nicht mit jungen Männern treffen.Als sich ein guter Freund von Hannah in Schwierigkeiten befindet, ist Hannah gezwungen, den jungen Anwalt Lincoln um Hilfe zu bitten. Und ehe sie sich versieht, ist sie Hals über Kopf in ihn verliebt ...Ein humorvoller Roman über Freundschaft und Vertrauen.