Author: laurabradford

A grieving mother learns to heal in Amish country, in this heartfelt, beautifully told novel from national bestselling author Laura Bradford. Danielle Parker is a gold-medal mom—the kind who volunteers in her children’s classrooms, shuttles them between activities, throws legendary birthday parties, and has a remedy on hand for any emergency. Whatever her husband, Jeff, and their children need, … need, Dani is there, always. Except for one day. On that day—the day that Dani reluctantly takes some “me time” while her mom and Jeff drive the children to the park—the unthinkable happens. The car crash leaves no survivors. Somehow,…

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As the town of Heavenly prepares for Christmas, gift shop owner Claire helps English and Amish alike find presents for their loved ones… but can she find time to catch a killer? A festive cozy mystery that’s part of a series!

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Emma has struggled to find acceptance within her family and Amish community. But when she receives an unexpected gift on her birthday, she embarks on a life-changing journey… An enchanting Christian novel from “a master storyteller” (New York Times bestselling author Tasha Alexander).

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Claire Weatherly and her beau, police detective Jakob Fisher, learn that when it comes to murder, evil can hide in plain sight in this all-new addition to the national bestselling Amish Mysteries.Jakob and Claire have been enjoying more time together in lovely Heavenly, PA. With Claire’s help, the detective is making slow progress reconnecting with the members of his Amish family who shunned him … family who shunned him when he left to pursue a career in law enforcement. Jakob’s mentor, Russ Granger, the long-retired police chief who inspired him to become a cop, is back in town. Claire has…

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Katie Beiler was always the follower to her twin sister Hannah’s lead. That is until Hannah left their Amish upbringing for an English life—leaving Katie to find her own footing in a world that no longer looks as it once did . . .   Katie has always imagined her life being just like Mamm’s. It’s why she chose baptism and why she’ll soon marry Abram Zook. But ever since Hannah left, the only thing … left, the only thing that truly makes Katie smile is the sketchpad in which she indulges her talent for drawing faces—a sin that, if…

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Murder takes the cake in an irresistible Emergency Dessert Squad mystery from the national bestselling author of The Silence of the Flans.  The Emergency Dessert Squad business is booming, with owner and baker Winnie Johnson working overtime to satisfy the emergency cravings of Silver Lake, Ohio. Her latest order, a plate of motivational desserts for an artists’ retreat, is just what she needs to … is just what she needs to keep her mind off her own relationship woes.   But Winnie’s problems seem like trifles when she discovers the body of retreat owner Sally Dearfield mere inches away from five…

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The Tobias Ad Agency is in the running for the coveted Golden Storyboard, and Tobi couldn’t be more thrilled—until she discovers it’s literally an award to die for.   It’s an honor just to be nominated. But, let’s get real, Tobi wants to win. The St. Louis Advertising Awards are like the Oscars for her field, and Tobi is up for its most prestigious prize, Best Overall Ad Campaign. The competition … Campaign. The competition is always fierce, but this year it’s killer . . .   Despite her high hopes, Tobi isn’t exactly shocked when she doesn’t win. But…

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Everyone hates Fiona, the star of Tobi’s latest TV commercial. But when the arrogant actress is found dead in the hairdresser’s chair, the atmosphere on set turns downright murderous… A witty cozy mystery from an Agatha Award nominee!

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The second delectable Emergency Dessert Squad Mystery from the national bestselling author of Éclair and Present Danger.   Baker Winnie Johnson does her best work when the heat is on. As owner of the Emergency Dessert Squad, she has a deft touch in the kitchen and a soft spot for lost causes. So when her business professor beau, Jay Morgan, expresses misgivings over having to fail one of his … having to fail one of his fourth-year students, Winnie cooks up a sweet solution.   She’ll offer an extra credit opportunity in exchange for a little help with her growing…

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Claire Weatherly has come to respect how the Amish of Heavenly, Pennsylvania, value tradition. But not all traditions are necessarily quaint. When a decades-old mystery threatens the well-being of local police detective Jakob Fisher, she’ll pit herself against a community rooted in the past so that he can get on with his future. When Claire decides to visit the one-room schoolhouse Jakob … schoolhouse Jakob attended as a young Amish boy, she’s puzzled by his refusal to go along too. As Jakob tells his story, Claire is stunned and saddened by the heartbreaking tale of a childhood mistake that led…

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