Change and tradition collide in two heartfelt Amish romances. Courting Her Prodigal Heart by Mary Davis Pregnant and alone, Dori Bontrager is sure her Amish kin won’t welcome her—or the child she’s carrying—into the community. And she’s determined that her return won’t be permanent. As soon as she finds work, she’ll leave again. But with her childhood friend Eli Hochstetler insisting she and her baby belong here, will Dori’s path lead back to the Englischer world…or into Eli’s arms? The Amish Baker by Marie E. Bast When his son breaks one of baker Sarah Gingerich’s prized possessions, widower Caleb Brenneman insists the boy make amends by doing odd jobs in her bake shop. A childless widow, Sarah can’t help falling for the boy…or his farmer father. But Caleb is progressive New Order Amish while Sarah holds traditional beliefs. Their hearts may be a perfect match, but their lives are worlds apart…

Love Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope. COURTING HER SECRET HEART Prodigal Daughters by Mary Davis Deborah Miller lives a double life as an Amish woman—and a fashion model! But when Amos Burkholder starts helping at her family’s farm, she must choose between the Englischer world of modeling and the Amish man she’s come to love. REUNITED WITH THE RANCHER Mercy Ranch by Brenda Minton Returning home to confront his father about the past, Carson West doesn’t expect to find his childhood sweetheart living on the ranch where his father takes in wounded military veterans. But could Mercy Ranch—and Kylie Baker—be the fresh start the widowed single father’s been searching for? SNOWBOUND WITH THE BEST MAN Matrimony Valley by Allie Pleiter Widower Bruce Lohan plans to use his friend’s small-town wedding weekend to bond with his little girl. But when they’re snowed in and his daughter befriends florist Kelly Nelson’s daughter, the two little matchmakers become determined that Bruce and Kelly will be the next to wed.

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Beverly Lewis Bestseller, Beautifully Repackaged In The Prodigal, Leah Ebersol knows all too well that the truth can be thorny, even heartbreaking. But when an alarming secret is brought to light, she must make another difficult choice, one that could be further complicated by a prodigal who few expected to return.

The Powerful Conclusion to Beverly Lewis' Latest #1 Bestselling Series! Rose Kauffman pines for prodigal Nick Franco, the Bishop's foster son who left the Amish under a cloud of suspicion after his foster brother's death. His rebellion led to the "silencing" of their beloved Bishop. But is Nick really the rebel he appears to be? Rose's lingering feelings for her wayward friend refuse to fade, but she is frustrated that Nick won't return and make things right with the People. Nick avowed his love for Rose--but will he ever be willing to sacrifice modern life for her? Meanwhile, Rose's older sister, Hen, is living in her parents' Dawdi Haus. Her estranged "English" husband, injured and helpless after a car accident, has reluctantly come to live with her and their young daughter during his recovery. Can their marriage recover, as well? Is there any possible middle ground between a woman reclaiming her old-fashioned Amish lifestyle and thoroughly modern man?

A child brings them together...will their differing Amish beliefs pull them apart? When his son breaks one of baker Sarah Gingerich's prized possessions, widower Caleb Brenneman insists the boy make amends by doing odd jobs in her bake shop. A childless widow, Sarah can't help falling for the boy...or his farmer father. But Caleb is progressive New Order Amish while Sarah holds traditional beliefs. Though they're worlds apart, are they a perfect match?

She’ll do anything for her niece...even marry the man who broke her heart. Nothing can keep May Bender in her Amish hometown – except caring for her baby niece. But the bishop insists that May also marry her widowed brother-in-law, Thad Hochstedler – the beau who jilted her to wed her sister. Can May risk her heart long enough to learn the real reason for Thad’s first marriage...and possibly rediscover their love? Mills & Boon Love Inspired – Stories show that faith, forgiveness and hope have the power to lift spirits and change lives—always.