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Miss Marilla Chadwick has been preparing a celebration for her nephew Dick's return from the war. Her young neighbor, Mary Amber, has agreed to help but she isn't excited by the prospect. She remembers the child Dick from years before as nasty and unfeeling but it means a lot to sweet Marilla to welcome her "war hero" in style. When a telegram from Dick arrives turning down the invitation, Marilla hides it and her disappointment from her friend, pondering what to do next. Then she sees a tall, young soldier walking down the road toward her house and hatches a plan.

Sixteen-year-old Effie Martin is in trouble. No one in her family understands her, some mean girls refuse to invite her to their picnic, her clothes are a mess, and she's mad at the world. Impulsively, she hops on her bike and soon finds herself in the middle of a drama where she saves the day. Her heroic act becomes a turning point in her life.

Aunt Crete has spent a lifetime of toil catering to the needs of her family, especially her waspish sister, Carrie, and social-climbing niece, Louella. When a telegram from a nephew from out west announces his imminent arrival, mother and daughter hasten a trip to the shore to escape the "country cousin" who they are sure will shame them.

Elsie Hathaway has it all: beauty, brains, and a strong work ethic. Taken in by her aunt's loving family after her mother's death, Elsie has had every advantage and earned every honor her school bestows. Her older brothers and her father remained in the family home and over the years their visits to each other were sporadic. But one day she drops by unannounced and discovers that this is the place where she is needed most.

Patty Merrill, newly returned from college, overhears her mother and sister bemoaning her presence. Hurt and confused, and not able to reach her father abroad, Patty spontaneously boards a train for New York. Her pampered life hasn't prepared her for earning a living but she happens on a position as a companion to an old lady. John Treeves has returned from the war in Europe, disillusioned and heartbroken. His mother has died and it was her last wish that he travel to their favorite spot in the mountains to have a tryst with God and attempt to rekindle his Christian faith.

A misleading want ad induces lovely and innocent Rachel Rainsford to board a train to find work in another state. She doesn't know that she speeds toward darkest disaster because the man who "hired" her is actually intending to sell her to another man for his pleasure. A lucky encounter brought Chan Prescott to intervene—and it was well that he did.

Life held little joy for Celia Murray. Forced by poverty to leave her aunt, who had been her only source of love and warmth, Celia goes to the city to find a job. There she tries to make the best of her new home: a dreary boarding house. Then everything changes!

Victoria Gracen's life in middle age has settled into a round of club meetings and faithful attendance at her Presbyterian church. But all that changes when she invites her newly orphaned 16-year-old nephew (whom she's never met) to come live with her.

"Collision!" is the only explanation Gail Desmond hears as the ocean liner lists toward the sea. In the chaos that follows, she finds herself alone on deck with a stranger who lashes her to a makeshift raft. Moments later, she finds him floating unconscious and hauls him aboard.

In the sleepy New England village of Summerton, four lives are quietly colliding with eternity. Louise Clifton, the minister’s elegant, dissatisfied sister, thinks religion is for fanatics—until a train ride with a plain-spoken farmer cracks her heart wide open. Ellen Amelia Haskins, the awkward girl everyone laughed at, inherits three thousand dollars and a calling she never expected. Joseph Benedict, once the barefoot farm boy, discovers that the mission field is calling him—and perhaps calling him to someone he once wounded with careless words. And Ruth Benedict, steady and quiet, ...

When Kate Schuyler vanishes with her sea-captain lover on her wedding morning, her father offers her younger sister, Marcia, as a substitute. David Spafford accepts, and the wedding takes place, with no one the wiser until the vows are read.

Discover the timeless treasures of faith and redemption in The Adelaide’s Redemption Series: Complete Set of the Rare Grace Livingston Hill Short Stories Series 1-7. This exclusive collection brings together seven rare short stories by beloved author Grace Livingston Hill, including Praying for a Visitor, Nobody Goes to New York in July, Endeavor on the Cars, Her First Meeting, The Consecration Meeting, The Mother in Montreal, and A Happy Morning’s Work. Each tale weaves heartfelt narratives of ordinary men and women transformed by divine grace, set against the charming backdrop of ...

Two of Grace Livingston Hill’s most luminous and uplifting romances—now together in one beautifully illustrated edition. In Cloudy Jewel, spirited Julia Cloud is given a second chance at joy when she’s called to raise her orphaned niece and nephew. What begins as duty blossoms into a radiant new life filled with young love, unexpected blessings, and the gentle guidance of Providence. In The Angel of His Presence, a lonely young minister and a grieving girl discover that even in the darkest moments, an unseen angelic presence walks beside them, weaving broken lives into a tapestry of ...

Out of the Storm In the wake of a shipwreck, Gail Desmond rescues a stranger from the sea, forging an unbreakable bond amidst chaos. As Clinton Benedict recovers under her tender care in a seaside cottage, their hearts intertwine—only to be torn apart by a misunderstanding sparked by a newspaper’s careless words. Fleeing to New York, Gail faces desperation and disgrace in a seedy film studio, while Benedict searches tirelessly for his lost love. Through storms of trial and moments of divine grace, their paths converge once more in this timeless tale of sacrifice, redemption, and the ...

While being accosted by an over-ardent admirer who takes advantage of their being alone, Hazel's pony is spooked and runs off with her. Unfortunately, the girl's horsemanship, restricted to civilized rides in Central Park, is powerless to control him. Hours later she's rescued by a handsome missionary and their attraction grows as they travel to rejoin her party. Both are profoundly affected by their encounter. The missionary returns to his work among the indigenous people of the desert; the girl to a social life that quickly loses its appeal.

He was a young preacher who refused a glittering pulpit to work shoulder-to-shoulder with factory hands. She was the runaway heiress hiding from a family that never claimed her heart. Neither of them knew the other was only a river’s width away—until the night the whole worlds were about to burn. In a single breathless evening of pursuit, confession, and courage, Patty Merrill and John Treeves are hurled together by danger and drawn forever by love. From the smoky tenements beside a roaring industrial plant to a secret hilltop village built on nothing but faith and a fortune, The Tryst ...

In the quiet village of Roslyn, Victoria Gracen’s elegant life takes an unexpected turn when she opens her stately home to a group of rough-edged boys, determined to guide them toward a brighter future. Amid snowy winters and blooming springs, her unwavering kindness challenges their defiance, softens old grudges, and ignites a transformation that ripples through the community. From a fateful accident on an icy porch to a heartfelt communion under June roses, this timeless tale of redemption and compassion reveals the power of love to heal even the hardest hearts. This fully annotated ...

Discover the Timeless Tale of "Lo, Michael" - Now Enhanced with Exquisite Illustrations! Grace Livingston Hill's cherished classic, "Lo, Michael," comes to life like never before with breathtaking, lush illustrations. Follow the journey of a young woman caught between her faith and the trials of love and loyalty. This beautifully illustrated edition breathes new life into a story of redemption, romance, and the enduring power of faith. Perfect for fans of classic Christian romance, this ebook version offers a visual feast that complements the compelling narrative, making it a must-have ...

Grace Livingston Hill’s Lost Gems Rare Short Stories of Faith, Love, and Everyday Miracles Edition – Plus One Brand-New Story for Today) Step back into a gentler era when a single act of kindness could change a heart forever—and discover that the same God who worked in village post offices and church choirs is still working today. This exclusive collection gathers ten of Grace Livingston Hill’s most cherished (and long-forgotten) early magazine stories—heartwarming gems written before her famous novels, each one brimming with gentle humor, quiet faith, and the unmistakable touch ...

Rachel Rainsford should be excited. She was on a train traveling across the US to a well-paid position as an old lady's companion. But after several hours spent with the man who hired her and is accompanying her on her journey, she's having doubts. His manner seems strange, and she may have acted too hastily in accepting a job so far from home. Meanwhile, in the parlor car, Chan Prescott overhears two men concocting a plan to abduct a young woman. When her name is mentioned, Chan recognizes it as the daughter of a former beloved teacher.