Author: Pope John Paul II
Publisher: Knopf
ISBN: 0307764575
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
A great international bestseller, the book in which, on the eve of the millennium, Pope John Paul II brings to an accessible level the profoundest theological concerns of our lives. He goes to the heart of his personal beliefs and speaks with passion about the existence of God; about the dignity of man; about pain, suffering, and evil; about eternal life and the meaning of salvation; about hope; about the relationship of Christianity to other faits and that of Catholicism to other branches of the Christian faith.With the humility and generosity of spirit for which he is known, John Paul II speaks directly and forthrightly to all people. His message: Be not afraid!
Crossing the Threshold of Hope
Author: Pope John Paul II
Publisher: Knopf
ISBN: 0307764575
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
A great international bestseller, the book in which, on the eve of the millennium, Pope John Paul II brings to an accessible level the profoundest theological concerns of our lives. He goes to the heart of his personal beliefs and speaks with passion about the existence of God; about the dignity of man; about pain, suffering, and evil; about eternal life and the meaning of salvation; about hope; about the relationship of Christianity to other faits and that of Catholicism to other branches of the Christian faith.With the humility and generosity of spirit for which he is known, John Paul II speaks directly and forthrightly to all people. His message: Be not afraid!
Publisher: Knopf
ISBN: 0307764575
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
A great international bestseller, the book in which, on the eve of the millennium, Pope John Paul II brings to an accessible level the profoundest theological concerns of our lives. He goes to the heart of his personal beliefs and speaks with passion about the existence of God; about the dignity of man; about pain, suffering, and evil; about eternal life and the meaning of salvation; about hope; about the relationship of Christianity to other faits and that of Catholicism to other branches of the Christian faith.With the humility and generosity of spirit for which he is known, John Paul II speaks directly and forthrightly to all people. His message: Be not afraid!
Summer at Lake Haven
Author: RaeAnne Thayne
Publisher: HQN Books
ISBN: 148805598X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
A lakeside summer, a new beginning… Samantha Fremont has been struggling with the weight of her mother’s expectations for years. But now that her mother has passed away, it’s time for Sam to be bold and finally establish the fashion design business she’s always dreamed of. And the perfect opportunity has fallen into her lap. Her friend’s getting married and has asked Sam to create her wedding dress…if only she can avoid the bride’s infuriating brother, who’s temporarily the boy next door. Ian Summerhill knows a sabbatical in Haven Point is exactly what he and his children need to recover from their mother’s death. His romantic relationship with his ex-wife may have ended years ago, but caring for her throughout her illness broke his heart. All he wants is to watch his little sister walk down the aisle and to see his kids smile again. And somehow his lovely new neighbor is instrumental in both. But as their uneasy truce blossoms into a genuine friendship and more, Ian has obligations in England he can’t ignore—and a secret that threatens the fragile trust he and Sam have built. Return to Hope’s Crossing this Christmas in New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne’s latest heartwarming story of matchmaking at the holidays, All is Bright!
Publisher: HQN Books
ISBN: 148805598X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
A lakeside summer, a new beginning… Samantha Fremont has been struggling with the weight of her mother’s expectations for years. But now that her mother has passed away, it’s time for Sam to be bold and finally establish the fashion design business she’s always dreamed of. And the perfect opportunity has fallen into her lap. Her friend’s getting married and has asked Sam to create her wedding dress…if only she can avoid the bride’s infuriating brother, who’s temporarily the boy next door. Ian Summerhill knows a sabbatical in Haven Point is exactly what he and his children need to recover from their mother’s death. His romantic relationship with his ex-wife may have ended years ago, but caring for her throughout her illness broke his heart. All he wants is to watch his little sister walk down the aisle and to see his kids smile again. And somehow his lovely new neighbor is instrumental in both. But as their uneasy truce blossoms into a genuine friendship and more, Ian has obligations in England he can’t ignore—and a secret that threatens the fragile trust he and Sam have built. Return to Hope’s Crossing this Christmas in New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne’s latest heartwarming story of matchmaking at the holidays, All is Bright!
Hope's Crossing
Author: Joan Elizabeth Goodman
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0547349270
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
They came from across Long Island Sound, Tories in search of plunder and ransom, bringing terror to Hope Wakeman's Connecticut home. The family is defenseless now that Father is away serving in General Washington's army. They can only watch as Noah Thomas and his crew strip the house of treasured belongings. And before she realizes what is happening, Hope finds herself a captive and a slave to Thomas's ill-tempered wife. Hope has one unlikely ally: Thomas's plucky mother is a different sort of Tory, one who sees beyond partisan divisions. Together the frail old woman and the girl set off in search of safety, on a journey that takes them from the tiny villages of Long Island to the bustling Tory stronghold of Manhattan. A map helps readers follow along on this journey, during which many astonishing things are revealed to Hope about herself and her companion.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0547349270
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
They came from across Long Island Sound, Tories in search of plunder and ransom, bringing terror to Hope Wakeman's Connecticut home. The family is defenseless now that Father is away serving in General Washington's army. They can only watch as Noah Thomas and his crew strip the house of treasured belongings. And before she realizes what is happening, Hope finds herself a captive and a slave to Thomas's ill-tempered wife. Hope has one unlikely ally: Thomas's plucky mother is a different sort of Tory, one who sees beyond partisan divisions. Together the frail old woman and the girl set off in search of safety, on a journey that takes them from the tiny villages of Long Island to the bustling Tory stronghold of Manhattan. A map helps readers follow along on this journey, during which many astonishing things are revealed to Hope about herself and her companion.
Wild Iris Ridge
Author: RaeAnne Thayne
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369749707
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 349
Book Description
Lucy Drake and Brendan Caine have only one thing in common… And it's likely to tear them apart. Because it was Brendan's late wife, Jessie—and Lucy's best friend—who'd brought them together in the first place. And since Jessie's passing, Brendan's been distracted by his two little ones…and the memory of an explosive kiss with Lucy years before his marriage. Still, he'll steer clear of her. She's always been trouble with a capital T. Lucy couldn't wait to shed her small-town roots for the big city. But now that she's back in Hope's Crossing to take care of the Queen Anne home her late aunt has left her, she figures seeing Brendan Caine again is no big deal. After all, she'd managed to resist the handsome fire chief once before, but clearly the embers of their attraction are still smoldering….
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369749707
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 349
Book Description
Lucy Drake and Brendan Caine have only one thing in common… And it's likely to tear them apart. Because it was Brendan's late wife, Jessie—and Lucy's best friend—who'd brought them together in the first place. And since Jessie's passing, Brendan's been distracted by his two little ones…and the memory of an explosive kiss with Lucy years before his marriage. Still, he'll steer clear of her. She's always been trouble with a capital T. Lucy couldn't wait to shed her small-town roots for the big city. But now that she's back in Hope's Crossing to take care of the Queen Anne home her late aunt has left her, she figures seeing Brendan Caine again is no big deal. After all, she'd managed to resist the handsome fire chief once before, but clearly the embers of their attraction are still smoldering….
Blackberry Summer
Author: RaeAnne Thayne
Publisher: HarperCollins Australia
ISBN: 1460841565
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Claire Bradford needed a wake–up call. What she didn't need was a tragic car accident. As a single mom and the owner of a successful bead shop, Claire leads a predictable life in Hope's Crossing, Colorado. So what if she has no time for romance? At least, that's what she tells herself, especially when her best friend's sexy younger brother comes back to town as the new chief of police. But when the accident forces Claire to slow down and lean on others especially Riley McKnight she realizes, for the first time, that things need to change. And not just in her own life. The accident and the string of robberies committed by teenagers that led up to it is a wake–up call to the people of Hope's Crossing. The sense of community and togetherness had been lost during those tough years. But with a mysterious "Angel of Hope" working to inspire the town, Riley and Claire find themselves opening up to love and other possibilities by the end of an extraordinary summer;
Publisher: HarperCollins Australia
ISBN: 1460841565
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Claire Bradford needed a wake–up call. What she didn't need was a tragic car accident. As a single mom and the owner of a successful bead shop, Claire leads a predictable life in Hope's Crossing, Colorado. So what if she has no time for romance? At least, that's what she tells herself, especially when her best friend's sexy younger brother comes back to town as the new chief of police. But when the accident forces Claire to slow down and lean on others especially Riley McKnight she realizes, for the first time, that things need to change. And not just in her own life. The accident and the string of robberies committed by teenagers that led up to it is a wake–up call to the people of Hope's Crossing. The sense of community and togetherness had been lost during those tough years. But with a mysterious "Angel of Hope" working to inspire the town, Riley and Claire find themselves opening up to love and other possibilities by the end of an extraordinary summer;
Currant Creek Valley
Author: RaeAnne Thayne
Publisher: HQN Books
ISBN: 0369722361
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
A single dad is determined to persuade the prickly woman of his dreams that they can be more than a fling in this heartwarming romance from New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne Alexandra McKnight prefers a life of long workdays and short-term relationships, and she’s found it in Hope’s Crossing. She’s just been offered her dream job at an exclusive new restaurant being built in town. But when it comes to designing the kitchen, Alex finds herself getting up close and personal with construction foreman Sam Delgado. At first glance, Sam seems perfect for Alex. He’s big, tough, gorgeous—and only in town for a few weeks. But when Sam suddenly moves into a house down the road, Alex suspects that the devoted single father of a six-year-old boy wants more from her than she’s willing to give. Now it’s up to Sam to help Alex see that, no matter what happened in her past, together they can build something more meaningful in Hope’s Crossing.
Publisher: HQN Books
ISBN: 0369722361
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
A single dad is determined to persuade the prickly woman of his dreams that they can be more than a fling in this heartwarming romance from New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne Alexandra McKnight prefers a life of long workdays and short-term relationships, and she’s found it in Hope’s Crossing. She’s just been offered her dream job at an exclusive new restaurant being built in town. But when it comes to designing the kitchen, Alex finds herself getting up close and personal with construction foreman Sam Delgado. At first glance, Sam seems perfect for Alex. He’s big, tough, gorgeous—and only in town for a few weeks. But when Sam suddenly moves into a house down the road, Alex suspects that the devoted single father of a six-year-old boy wants more from her than she’s willing to give. Now it’s up to Sam to help Alex see that, no matter what happened in her past, together they can build something more meaningful in Hope’s Crossing.
Woodrose Mountain
Author: RaeAnne Thayne
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 145922566X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
"Plenty of tenderness and Colorado sunshine flavor [make] this a pleasant escape." —Publishers Weekly Hope's Crossing is still reeling from a devastating accident, but one occupational therapist may be exactly what the town needs… Evie Blanchard was at the top of her field. But when burnout forces her to walk away from her job as a pediatric occupational therapist, she moves from Los Angeles to Hope's Crossing seeking a quieter life. So the last thing she needs is to get involved with the handsome, arrogant Brodie Thorne and his injured daughter, Taryn. A self-made man and single dad, Brodie will do anything to get Taryn the rehabilitation she needs…even if it means convincing Evie to move in with them. And despite her vow to keep an emotional distance, Evie can't help but be moved by Taryn's spirit or Brodie's determination to win Evie's support—and her heart. With laughter, courage and more than a little help from the kindhearted people of Hope's Crossing, Taryn may get the healing she deserves—and Evie and Brodie might just find a love they never knew could exist. Hope's Crossing Book 1: Blackberry Summer Book 2: Woodrose Mountain Book 3: Sweet Laurel Falls Book 4: Currant Creek Valley Book 5: Willowleaf Lane Book 6: Christmas in Snowflake Canyon Book 7: Wild Iris Ridge
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 145922566X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
"Plenty of tenderness and Colorado sunshine flavor [make] this a pleasant escape." —Publishers Weekly Hope's Crossing is still reeling from a devastating accident, but one occupational therapist may be exactly what the town needs… Evie Blanchard was at the top of her field. But when burnout forces her to walk away from her job as a pediatric occupational therapist, she moves from Los Angeles to Hope's Crossing seeking a quieter life. So the last thing she needs is to get involved with the handsome, arrogant Brodie Thorne and his injured daughter, Taryn. A self-made man and single dad, Brodie will do anything to get Taryn the rehabilitation she needs…even if it means convincing Evie to move in with them. And despite her vow to keep an emotional distance, Evie can't help but be moved by Taryn's spirit or Brodie's determination to win Evie's support—and her heart. With laughter, courage and more than a little help from the kindhearted people of Hope's Crossing, Taryn may get the healing she deserves—and Evie and Brodie might just find a love they never knew could exist. Hope's Crossing Book 1: Blackberry Summer Book 2: Woodrose Mountain Book 3: Sweet Laurel Falls Book 4: Currant Creek Valley Book 5: Willowleaf Lane Book 6: Christmas in Snowflake Canyon Book 7: Wild Iris Ridge
Sweet Laurel Falls
Author: RaeAnne Thayne
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369749693
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
RaeAnne Thayne gets better with every book. —Robyn Carr, #1 New York Times bestselling author Secrets come to light as a town tries to heal in New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne's beloved Hope''s Crossing series! Maura McKnight-Parker is still reeling from the loss of her youngest daughter when Jackson Lange, her first love, returns to Hope’s Crossing. Everything is made all the more complicated when Sage, Maura’s older daughter—the child Jackson never knew he had—returns home at the same time. Facing those he left behind for the first time in years, Jackson finds himself tentatively reaching out to his estranged father and thrown back together with Maura as he gets to know his daughter. But not all the mistakes from the past can be smoothed over so easily, and when Sage reveals secrets of her own, he and his newfound family will have to decide what they’re willing to do for love. Orignally published in 2012
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369749693
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
RaeAnne Thayne gets better with every book. —Robyn Carr, #1 New York Times bestselling author Secrets come to light as a town tries to heal in New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne's beloved Hope''s Crossing series! Maura McKnight-Parker is still reeling from the loss of her youngest daughter when Jackson Lange, her first love, returns to Hope’s Crossing. Everything is made all the more complicated when Sage, Maura’s older daughter—the child Jackson never knew he had—returns home at the same time. Facing those he left behind for the first time in years, Jackson finds himself tentatively reaching out to his estranged father and thrown back together with Maura as he gets to know his daughter. But not all the mistakes from the past can be smoothed over so easily, and when Sage reveals secrets of her own, he and his newfound family will have to decide what they’re willing to do for love. Orignally published in 2012
Willowleaf Lane
Author: Raeanne Thayne
Publisher: HQN Books
ISBN: 0373777698
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 385
Book Description
Candy shop owner Charlotte Caine doesn't trust the sweet demeanor of ex-flame Spencer Gregory when he rolls back into town, and she wonders if she can get past the hurt he caused her in high school in order to appreciate this remade man.
Publisher: HQN Books
ISBN: 0373777698
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 385
Book Description
Candy shop owner Charlotte Caine doesn't trust the sweet demeanor of ex-flame Spencer Gregory when he rolls back into town, and she wonders if she can get past the hurt he caused her in high school in order to appreciate this remade man.
Row for Freedom
Author: Julia Immonen
Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM
ISBN: 0718021533
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
An activists and athlete recounts her inspiring, record-breaking row across the Atlantic to raise awareness in the fight against modern slavery. The Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge is known as The World’s Toughest Row. Very few have completed the three-thousand-mile race from the Canary Islands to Barbados—fewer than those who have climbed Mount Everest or gone into space. But thirty-two-year-old Julia Immonen and four or the women were determined to not only complete the challenge, but to become the fastest all-female team to ever do so. Row for Freedom chronicles that dramatic journey, detailing the grueling, peril-filled crossing that broke two world records. It weaves together Julia’s search for hope and purpose against a background of relationships scarred by violence. As Julia’s physical and emotional treks unfold, you also learn about the plight of the thirty million victims of the modern-day slave trade that serves as the motivation for her row.
Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM
ISBN: 0718021533
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
An activists and athlete recounts her inspiring, record-breaking row across the Atlantic to raise awareness in the fight against modern slavery. The Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge is known as The World’s Toughest Row. Very few have completed the three-thousand-mile race from the Canary Islands to Barbados—fewer than those who have climbed Mount Everest or gone into space. But thirty-two-year-old Julia Immonen and four or the women were determined to not only complete the challenge, but to become the fastest all-female team to ever do so. Row for Freedom chronicles that dramatic journey, detailing the grueling, peril-filled crossing that broke two world records. It weaves together Julia’s search for hope and purpose against a background of relationships scarred by violence. As Julia’s physical and emotional treks unfold, you also learn about the plight of the thirty million victims of the modern-day slave trade that serves as the motivation for her row.