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When Paige Turner inherits her mother Reed’s knack for attracting magical disasters, she also inherits her mother’s unfinished business—protecting a library of dangerous magical artifacts and keeping the world safe from things better left shelved.

Still reeling from her sister’s unexpected death, artist Emily Harper isn’t convinced Becky’s fall down the grand staircase was an accident. But when a hidden journal resurfaces—along with cryptic notes and eerie visions—Emily begins to suspect her sister was on the verge of uncovering something dangerous. Then a body is discovered at Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, and the past crashes into the present. A local historian has been murdered—one who may have known the truth about Becky’s final days.

When struggling artist Emily Harper inherits a charming but creaky Victorian on the rugged coast of Maine, she expects a fresh start—what she doesn’t expect is cryptic notes, eerie visions, and a cat with an uncanny sense for trouble. But nothing unsettles her more than the bracelet. A striking piece of tourmaline jewelry left behind in the house, it sends shivers up her spine whenever she wears it. At first, she chalks it up to stress—until she visits West Quoddy Head Lighthouse and is struck by a chilling vision of a man begging for his life. The next day, his body is found.

A Halloween Ball. A missing friend. A serial killer’s return? Ellie Byrne is ready to enjoy a Halloween masquerade ball at her bed and breakfast with friends, but when her friend mysteriously disappears, Ellie’s evening takes a dark turn. Just as Mia is found, shaken but unharmed, another body is discovered, and it looks like the infamous Clue Killer may have resurfaced after 20 years of silence. With a murderer on the loose, Ellie, with the help of her snarky cat Cleo and loyal dog Lola, must dig deep into the town’s secrets.

Her modern-day life turns into a tangle of secrets when a fall lands her back in time. When a mundane mishap propels Ellie into a bygone era – the Roaring Twenties, she’s not only stuck in time, but she lands smack dab in the middle of another mystery. Steeped in history, a local landmark’s haunting becomes Ellie’s prime objective as she navigates a society of guys and dolls in the hopes of finding her way home. As she delves deeper, she finds out that not all is as it seems and the past is filled with secrets, puzzles, and intrigue she didn’t expect.

A luxurious island. A mysterious invitation. A deadly secret. When amateur sleuth Charlotte "Charlie" Reed receives an invitation to a lavish weekend on a secluded island, she thinks it's the perfect opportunity to boost her fledgling detective agency. But when the enigmatic host turns up dead, it's clear this won't be the relaxing getaway anyone had in mind. With the storm cutting off communication and all escape routes, Charlie must navigate a house full of eccentric guests—all with dark secrets of their own.

When their vacation in Bar Harbor, Maine, turns deadly, amateur sleuths Lily and Cassie find themselves entangled in a web of secrets dating back to the days of pirates. With their spirited ghost companion, Ri, and the clues hidden in a series of stolen artifacts, the duo must piece together the puzzle before time runs out. As danger lurks in every corner of this quaint coastal town, they’ll need all their wits—and maybe a little paranormal help—to crack the case and avoid becoming the next victims.

When well-meaning Louise decides to play matchmaker for her new friend, Eve and her fake husband, Spencer, she sets in motion a whirlwind of emotions, misunderstandings, and unexpected connections. What starts with a fake date to appease Louise soon blossoms into something real, as Eve and Spencer find themselves drawn to each other despite their initial reservations. But as their feelings for each other grow deeper, the web of deception threatens to unravel everything they've built.

Two couples. Two centuries. One truth: love is timeless. When love ignores the boundaries of history, anything is possible. This boxed set brings together the first two novels and a bonus novella from the Love Transcends Time romance series—heartfelt, character-driven love stories where the past and present collide, and destiny refuses to be denied.

Months after her Scottish vacation, Maggie Edwards is itching for another case. With her wedding on the horizon, she searches for a distraction from the planning. She finds it in an unlikely source. When her ex-boyfriend shares a tale of Confederate gold, Maggie dives head-first into the pursuit of another treasure. But the hunt quickly turns dangerous. Met with roadblocks in her research at every turn, Maggie becomes entangled with secret societies and a familiar enemy who’s looking for payback.

One crown. Two hearts under fire. Three enemies who would see them fall. Kyle never imagined marriage would come with assassins, bombs, and back-room politics. But as the son of billionaire Grant Harrington—and now the husband of Belvaria’s queen—he’s squarely in the crosshairs. Natasha has claimed her place as Queen Regent, but her victory is fragile. A ruthless brother, a manipulative mother, and a divided council threaten not only her rule but her marriage. Every choice could strengthen her kingdom—or destroy the man she loves.

One princess. Two worlds colliding. Three days to save a crown. Kyle Carter—brilliant doctor and the newly discovered son of energy titan Grant Harrington—never planned on royal politics. But when the woman he can’t forget appears with danger at her heels, keeping his distance stops being an option. But that’s only where their problems start. Natasha of Belvaria has been hiding in the U.S., dodging a coup that would steal her birthright. To stop it, she needs Kyle to attempt the impossible in a secret palace lab: bring her father back before the kingdom declares him dead.

Gabe Thorne has always been fascinated by history, but he never expected to live it. When a visit to the past turns into something more, he finds himself drawn to Maggie Murphy, a fiercely independent innkeeper with a sharp wit and a guarded heart. But when circumstances pull Maggie into Gabe’s modern world, she faces an impossible choice—embrace a future she never imagined or return to the life she’s always known.

Three books. One runaway princess. One billionaire who swore he’d never fall again. One love story that defies crowns, kingdoms, and every rule in between. Princess Elena of Eldoria wants one thing: freedom. Just a few months to breathe, to think, to be herself—not the princess destined to marry a stranger for duty’s sake. Disguised and determined, she escapes to America… where she collides—literally—with the one man she should never fall for. Nate Kingsley has everything money can buy—except trust. Burned badly once, he’s locked his heart behind walls no one gets through. Until Elena.

When Captain Ben Turner, a loyal soldier in General Washington’s army, is catapulted from the chaos of the Revolutionary War into the year 2025, he finds himself thrust into a world of baffling technology, dizzying speed, and one extraordinary woman. Dr. Abigail Thorne, a confident and compassionate ER doctor, is determined to help Ben navigate this strange new reality—even as their undeniable connection challenges everything she believes about time, love, and fate.

Four books. One divine mission. Falling in love was never part of the plan. Guardian angels walk among us—wings hidden, hearts guarded—tasked with one sacred duty: protect the mortals who could change everything. But sometimes, love rewrites even the most divine assignment. When Dr. Chris Wright collides with a redheaded stranger in the park, he doesn’t expect a pulse-pounding connection or a battle with a vampire.

A bond forged in trust. A secret that threatens to destroy it. After finally taking a chance on love, Alex Stone and Ava must navigate the delicate balance of their new relationship while facing their most dangerous challenges yet. When a powerful enemy resurfaces, bent on tearing them apart, Alex and Ava are thrust into a high-stakes game that tests their loyalty to each other—and their ability to survive. As secrets from the past collide with present dangers, Alex must confront a deadly rival while proving to Ava that their love is stronger than the forces determined to shatter it.

Ellie Byrne’s pending divorce from her cheating husband threatens to leave her broke and homeless. But when she inherits a bed and breakfast in the unique town of Salem Falls, her prayers may be answered. That is, until she finds out her aunt didn’t just die on the property, she was murdered. And shortly after Ellie arrives, she finds herself the target of threatening messages and hostile attitudes from almost everyone in town.

A love that spans centuries. A choice that could change everything. Newly married and adjusting to life in the past, Dr. Abigail Thorne has built a home with Captain Ben Turner in colonial America. But when a visit from her twin brother stirs old emotions, Abigail proposes a bold idea—one that will take her and Ben back to the future for a visit. Ben has fought battles before, but none quite like this. The modern world is a dazzling whirlwind of wonders, but he fears it may be too enticing for Abigail to leave behind again.

If Paige isn’t careful, her new job could land her in an early grave. Paige Turner’s zero-balance bank account demands she take on a new job, but she never expected it would be as Shadow Harbor’s newest librarian. Now the unlucky orphan is learning it’s not books she’ll be shelving…but magic. Dark, dangerous, deadly magic. Her new position requires she keep the supernatural subworld at bay while retrieving and archiving magical artifacts from around the globe. If she fails, the world may just be doomed…but even trying could get her killed.