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Town librarian Mathilda has a troublesome new employee, and after Jazzi spots the two of them arguing at the ice-sculpture festival, Mathilda asks Jazzi if she'd mind discussing her workplace woes over a cup of tea. During the visit, Jazzi also finds out about Mathilda's top-secret stash of valuable first editions. Soon afterward, those rare books have vanished—and Mathilda is dead. As the police check out suspects and a lawyer searches for the next of kin, Jazzi learns that the librarian's life was as mysterious as any crime thriller.

The Gentleman's Bake-off is not only good for the town's tourism, it's bound to boost business at Tomes & Tea. The celebrity judges of the contest—chefs, bakers, restauranteurs—will all be signing their cookbooks at Jazzi's shop. But with all the big personalities and inflated egos, she's starting to wonder if there are—as the saying goes—too many cooks. The competition is far from killer, with mostly residents and neighbors vying for bragging rights. But when local photographer Finn Yarrow takes first place, someone commits a most ungentlemanly act.

Karen Rose Smith presents Book 10 in the Daisy's Tea Garden Mystery series.

Daisy's worried one of her employees at Daisy's Tea Garden may be in a spot of trouble. Lately Karina's been loading up on soup and second-day baked goods at the end of her shift - and while the shop's scrumptious treats may be hard to resist, Daisy suspects there's more going on, especially since Karina has been seen hanging out in a rundown part of Willow Creek. Planning her own daughter's wedding is enough to keep her busy, but Daisy can't help feeling a protective maternal instinct - and an instinct to investigate.

Daisy's orange pekoe is flowing at a fundraiser - and she's also made a new friend, Piper, a young woman whose hopes for motherhood were dashed by a foul-up at a fertility clinic. But before they can settle into a long conversation, the event is disrupted by masked protestors who object to building a shelter in Willow Creek. Among the angry crowd is Eli - who left his Amish community some time ago, with help from a lawyer named Hiram.

Restaurant critic Derek Schumaker, notorious for his bitter reviews, is about to visit Daisy's Tea Garden, and Daisy and Aunt Iris are simmering with anxiety. A bad word from the culinary curmudgeon could really hurt their business, but Daisy tries to stay confident. After all, how can he resist her cucumber sandwiches with pimento spread—not to mention the cheesy cauliflower soup and strawberry walnut salad?

As local merchants unite to attract tourists for a much anticipated weekend quilting event, business is sure to spill over into eateries like Daisy's Tea Garden. Gorgeous craftwork is hanging everywhere - but among the quilts, potholders, and placemats, one gallery owner is wrapped up in some dangerous affairs....Reese Masemer had been dating one of Daisy's employees, Tessa, an artist, though their last interaction was as strained as a cup of loose leaf tea. Now Reese has been found dead near a covered bridge where Tessa's been practicing her sketches.

Even though spring in Lancaster County is still a bit far off, Daisy Swanson has much to look forward to: setting a date with her fiance Jonas, a whimsical Alice in Wonderland tea event, and an anniversary celebration for her parents at a farm-to-table restaurant in Willow Creek. But a grim discovery turns her thoughts to the troubled present. Meeting up for a hike with her friend, Daisy and her fiance's dog Felix find the woman dead on a trail, a victim of an apparent hit and run.

The faculty of Willow Creek High School are having a get-together after the spring concert with refreshments provided, courtesy of Daisy's Tea Garden. Oolong tea and chocolate biscuits are just what the staff needs to help them unwind from Althea Higgins's demanding curriculum. Her lessons on such controversial subjects as school uniforms and under qualified substitute teachers are earning her an F from her colleagues. But a failing grade was preferable to Althea falling victim to foul play.

As local merchants unite to attract tourists for a much anticipated weekend quilting event, business is sure to spill over into eateries like Daisy's Tea Garden. Reese Masemer had been dating one of Daisy's employees, Tessa, an artist, though their last interaction was as strained as a cup of loose leaf tea. Now Reese has been found dead near a covered bridge where Tessa's been practicing her sketches.

Joshua is attracted to Alexandra, his aunt's new "friend" and doesn't want to be. But pretty Lexa teases his libido until he realizes he could lose his heart to her. He's playing for keeps but is she? Lexa has a secret that could destroy their chance at happiness. Can she trust Josh enough to find everlasting love? True love is just a jingle bell away! Includes consummated love scenes.

Alex Woodsides is a single dad who wants the best for his daughter. His daughter Kristy believes her father needs a wife and she needs a mom! When Kristy lets her math grade drop, she suggests Amanda Carson - her best friend's mom who is a third grade teacher - tutor her over the summer. She believes Mrs. Carson is the perfect mom and would make a wonderful wife for her dad. Neither Alex nor Amanda suspect they're being pushed together by two nine-year-old matchmakers until it's too late.

Zwölf Stufen steigt Dr. Faith Frye in ihren allnächtlichen Alpträumen hinab. Zwölf Stufen, die die damals Neunjährige in einen Keller führen, in dem sich ihre Mutter erhängt hat. Aber war da noch mehr? Genau diese Frage muss sie sich stellen, als Jahre später eine Reihe von Mordanschlägen auf sie verübt wird. Faith Frye ändert ihre Identität und zieht von Florida nach Ohio. Im Haus ihrer Großmutter will sie ein neues, angstfreies Leben beginnen - wäre da nicht dieser Keller.

April is keeping a secret from Gabe. When April's sister Vanessa was dying, she confessed to April that she'd been unfaithful to Gabe and... the little girl he believes is his daughter isn't his! Once in love with Gabe herself, April is torn by the promise she made her sister to never tell Gabe the truth. But now she's returned to her hometown. Should she be honest with Gabe about his daughter's parentage? Or should she remain silent about everything but her love for him?

Zwölf Stufen steigt Dr. Faith Frye in ihren allnächtlichen Alpträumen hinab. Zwölf Stufen, die die damals Neunjährige in einen Keller führen, in dem sich ihre Mutter erhängt hat. Aber war da noch mehr? Genau diese Frage muss sie sich stellen, als Jahre später eine Reihe von Mordanschlägen auf sie verübt wird. Faith Frye ändert ihre Identität und zieht von Florida nach Ohio. Im Haus ihrer Großmutter will sie ein neues, angstfreies Leben beginnen - wäre da nicht dieser Keller.

Ein durchtriebener Serienkiller und ein Psychologe unter Mordverdacht: "Kaltblütige Lügen" ist der erste Band der San-Diego-Thriller-Reihe der Bestseller-Autorin Karen Rose, in dem die fieberhafte Killer-Suche der toughen Polizistin Kit McKittrick und des sympathischen Psychologen Sam Reeves für knallharten Nervenkitzel sorgt.

Daphne Montgomery, angehende Staatsanwältin, hat gerade ihren ersten Fall vor Gericht ausgefochten. Beim Verlassen des Gerichtsgebäudes wird plötzlich auf sie geschossen. Nur dem beherzten Eingreifen von FBI-Agent Joseph Carter ist es zu verdanken, dass die Attacke unblutig für Daphne endet. Doch leider gibt es schlechte Neuigkeiten: Carter war gerade auf dem Weg zu Daphne, um ihr mitzuteilen, dass ihr Sohn Ford entführt worden ist. Besteht eine Verbindung zwischen den Ereignissen?

Wenn das Ende naht, ist die Gefahr am größten. Tränenschwur ist der 3. Thriller der Sacramento-Reihe von Bestseller-Autorin Karen Rose und das atemraubende Finale der Geschichte um die mörderische Sekte Church of Second Eden. Zwar konnten die ehemaligen Sekten-Opfer Gideon Reynolds und seine Schwester Mercy einen der Gründer der Church of Second Eden überwältigen – doch mit DJ Belmont ist ihnen ein weiterer Sektenführer auf der Spur, der um jeden Preis ihren Tod will, um seine Geheimnisse zu bewahren.

Tessa Kahill, renowned journalist who traveled the world, is falling in love with her best friend's husband all over again! Tessa and Max Winthrop dated before he met Leslie. Then Tessa left with secrets and dreams to follow her career, and Max married her friend. With a child and a "perfect" marriage, Max was devastated when he lost his wife, his son's mother, and Tessa's best friend. A rocky road, a man and woman who are searching for love, and a little boy who holds his own secret.

Kit Saunders, a public relations expert, never turns down a challenge. She never gets involved with clients. But Greyson Corey is both challenging and too hunky for words. Is he as down-to-earth and honest as he seems? Kit was fooled by a con man who stole her financial well-being...but more importantly her sense of trust. When Grey has commitments that he won't explain, Kit's radar senses trouble. She won't fall in love with a man with secrets. Two people search for the meaning of love in a real world. Can a few mind-boggling kisses lead to happily-ever-after?