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Inspirational Fiction March 2026 |
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| The Lighthouse at the Cove by Amy ClipstonWhen her car breaks down in Coral Cove, North Carolina during a road trip, journalist Kaya Ross is offered a garage apartment by single dad Reid Turner. In exchange, she must pen an article about the town's upcoming "Light the Dark" festival, which will fund renovations for the historic lighthouse. When she ends up helping him plan the event, they grow closer. However just as love begins to blossom, Kaya is faced with an offer that could relaunch her career. Now, she's forced to choose between the life she thought she wanted and the unexpected love that's given her a glimpse of home.
Similar authors: Irene Hannon and Denise Hunter |
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| The Belle of Chatham by Laura FrantzIn 1777 New Jersey, as their brothers fight in the Continental Army, sisters Coralie and Mae Bohannon find themselves on opposite sides of the American Revolution: Coralie is secretly engaged to a British lieutenant stationed in New York, while Mae falls for an American officer billeted in their home. Mae is also torn with suspicion that her sister might be a British spy. When betrayal strikes, she must risk everything on a dangerous journey for those she loves, in the name of liberty.
For fans of: Well-researched, faith-filled historical romances, like Kimberley Woodhouse's The Patriot Bride. |
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| Whispers at Painswick Court by Julie Klassen27 year-old Anne Loveday has assisted her physician father for years, determined to live a useful life. To escape her matchmaking stepmother, she accepts an invitation from an old friend to visit Painswick. Shortly after her arrival, she agrees to nurse town matriarch Lady Celia. Soon, she falls for a handsome doctor with secrets, and hears rumors of ghosts amid strange mishaps befalling her patient. With her reputation and heart on the line, can she discover a culprit before it's too late?
Why you'll like it: This slow-burn, Jane Austen meets Agatha Christie romance takes place in a well-drawn 1821 England. |
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| Through Each Tomorrow by Gabrielle MeyerIn 1883, time-crosser Charles Hollingsworth enters elite circles entwined with intrigue, unsure which of his time-crossing paths he will choose on his twenty-fifth birthday. In 1563, Lady Cecily Pembrooke serves Queen Elizabeth while her stepbrother Charles seeks to save the ailing monarch, clinging to the hope that he will remain with her in this path.
As their futures hang by a thread and secrets unravel, are their destinies inescapable? This is the sixth installment in the Timeless series.
Up next: For another richly detailed, inspirational time-travelling series, try Jody Hedlund's Waters of Time series. |
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| Hearts in Circulation by Sarah MonzonIn Tennessee, bubbly librarian Hayley Holt is out in the bookmobile when it breaks down and a rockslide traps her in the small hollow of Turkey Grove. She is forced to become a houseguest to the reclusive and brusque local mechanic, Levi Redding, she feels an instant spark. However, Levi's sensory processing disorder means he needs downtime from the vibrant librarian. When a misunderstanding arises, an apology note starts an exchange of letters around the house that awakens love.
Series alert: Though this is the second in the Checking Out Love series, the novels can be enjoyed on its own. |
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| Hearts on the Fly by Toni ShilohProfessional hockey player Jabari Hall takes a hit that makes an eye condition worse, ending his career. Knowing he's feeling down, his teammates set him up on a blind date with Val Elliott, who turns out to be his ex's sister. Though Val knows he broke her sister's heart, she realizes Jabari needs a friend. With her loyalty to her family on the line and Jabari searching for faith and purpose, can they make it to the goal together, or will their hearts wind up in the penalty box?
Try this next: If All Else Sails by Emma St. Clair. |
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| Mists Over the Channel Islands by Sarah SundinAs World War II rages, the Germans invade the English Channel island of Jersey. With her physician father at war, Dr. Ivy Picot provides care to locals and helps the resistance as best she can. Meanwhile, Dutch engineer Gerrit van der Zee signs on to work with the Nazis as part of a secret plan to help the resistance. Unfortunately, instead of France, he's sent to Jersey, where he has no contacts. On his arrival, he crosses paths with Ivy, who shows him contempt for the uniform he wears.
Try these next: From the Valley We Rise by Elizabeth Musser; The Warsaw Sisters by Amanda Barratt. |
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| Track of Courage by Susan May WarrenIn the Alaskan wilderness, pop singer Keely Williams' search for her biological mother didn't go as she'd hoped, and now her small plane is hijacked and crashes. Ex-cop Dawson Mulligan sees the wreckage and sets out to help with his devoted rescue dog, Caspian. Keely and Dawson try to get to safety, but the hijacker is on their heels and
there's a blizzard brewing...
For fans of: Fast-paced romantic suspense stories with strong
faith elements. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books! |
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