The Road to Paradise by Karen Barnett
Historical Fiction, Review

The Road to Paradise by Karen Barnett

In 1927, Margie Lane, an avid naturalist, convinces her Senator father to procure her a position at the fledgling Mount Rainier National Park. Since Ranger Ford Brannon lost his father in a climbing accident, he doubts his ability to protect the park and its many visitors. He certainly doesn't relish the job of watching over an idealistic and privileged young woman with no practical survival skills. [...]

The Chapel Car Bride by Judith Miller
Historical Fiction, Review

The Chapel Car Bride by Judith Miller

With her penchant for seeing the best in everyone, Hope Irvine sees a world full of good people in hard places. When her father accepts a position traveling in a chapel car as an on-the-rail missionary, she is determined to join him in his efforts and put her musical skills to good use by serving the mining families of West Virginia, saving their souls, and bettering their lives. [...]

Weaver's Needle by Robin Caroll
Contemporary Fiction, Review

Weaver’s Needle by Robin Caroll

Former Army MP Landry Parker fell into the recovery specialist role quite by accidentโ€”to help her ailing father. Now that sheโ€™s on her own, she is determined to prove herself and honor her family legacy. After being shot in the line of duty, former police officer Nickolai Baptiste became a recovery specialist, and heโ€™s good at his jobโ€”maybe even the best. [...]