Christian Fiction
July 2026
Recent Releases
The Lumber Baron's Wife by Lynn Austin
The Lumber Baron's Wife
by Lynn Austin

In 1873, Hannah Wagner and her physician husband arrive in a rural village near Lake Michigan, recruited by lumber baron Henry Abernathy. Hannah meets Henry's young wife, ex-burlesque performer Kate, who later mysteriously vanishes. In the present day, newcomers Ashley Gilbert and her conservationist husband move into the Wagners' old home, and after finding old papers, Ashley investigates Kate's long-ago disappearance. For fans of: faith-filled dual-timeline mysteries.
Ambush of the Heart by Mary Connealy
Ambush of the Heart
by Mary Connealy

As Owen Riley and his fellow marshals escort Delaney Bridger to Fort Russell, a gang of outlaws ambushes them, bringing death and devastation to their party. Romance sparks between Owen and Delaney as they fight for survival on their perilous wilderness trek toward the fort. Can they overcome the obstacles and find a future together?
The Manhattan Confessions by Jocelyn Green
The Manhattan Confessions
by Jocelyn Green

In 1926, New York Historical Society librarian Ivy Malone is dedicated to preserving Manhattan's history. When society matron Adeline King shares her secret past as a young Irish immigrant who joined a gang to survive, Ivy records the tale while hiding Adeline's criminal connection, leading to danger for both. Also, Ivy's cousin, Gina, is stuck in limbo at Ellis Island and will be killed if she's sent back to Mussolini's Italy. Like the other books in the On Central Park trilogy, this evocative final entry works as a standalone.
The Belle of Chatham by Laura Frantz
The Belle of Chatham
by Laura Frantz

In 1777 New Jersey, as their brothers fight for liberty in the Continental Army, sisters Coralie and Mae Bohannon find themselves on opposite sides of the American Revolution: loyalist Coralie is secretly engaged to a British lieutenant stationed in New York, while Mae falls for an American officer billeted in their home. Then events lead Mae to suspect Coralie of gathering information for the British. For fans of: well-researched, faith-filled historical romances; Kimberley Woodhouse's The Patriot Bride.
Chase the Light by Suzanne Woods Fisher
Chase the Light
by Suzanne Woods Fisher

Ranger Scout Johnson discovers a century-old mystery that launches a treasure hunt across Acadia National Park. Teaming with Naki Dana, whose native heritage unlocks hidden clues, Scout feels an unexpected connection. But local reporter Chase Fletcher is chasing both the story and Scout, leaving her caught between two men and a century of secrets.
Faithful of Heart by Tracie Peterson
Faithful of Heart
by Tracie Peterson

Though she has strong faith, Judith Stanford doesn't have any family left except her wealthy grandfather, who's dying and wants to meet her. After his poor treatment of her parents, she hesitates before finally going to Minneapolis, planning to use any inheritance for good. She also hopes to run into Dr. Roman Turner, a handsome acquaintance who helps the poor, in this 1st in the Minnesota Legacy duology. Try these next: Christian historical novels by Kimberley Woodhouse or Mary Connealy.
Hearts in Circulation by Sarah Monzon
Hearts in Circulation
by Sarah Monzon

In southeastern Tennessee, bubbly librarian Hayley Holt is out in the rust-bucket bookmobile when it breaks down and a rockslide traps her in a small hollow. Forced to become roommates with handsome but brusque mechanic Levi Redding, she feels an instant spark, but Levi's sensory processing disorder means he needs downtime, so the two begin leaving letters for each other around the house. Though this is the 2nd in the Checking Out Love series, the novels can be enjoyed on their own.
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