Drowning Instinct tells the gripping story of Jenna Lord, whose first sixteen years were far from a fairytale. Her father is a controlling psycho, and her mother is a drunk. She used to count on her older brother—until he shipped off to Iraq. And then, of course, there was the time she almost died in a fire.

Enter Mitch Anderson: a dedicated teacher and coach, a caring husband, and a man with a certain... magnetism. This is a story where it's hard to be sure who's a prince and who's a monster, who is a victim and who should live happily ever after.

Drowning Instinct is a novel of pain, deception, desperation, and love against the odds—and the rules.

Step on a Crack introduces a new hero in an exciting thriller set in the heart of Manhattan. NYPD detective Michael Bennett is concentrating on getting his family through a particularly difficult Christmas as he faces the loss of his brave wife, Maeve, to cancer. But a major crisis calls him away: the funeral of a former First Lady at St. Patrick's Cathedral goes horribly awry when men storm the church and take hundreds of attendees hostage.

Michael is asked to try to reason with a sinister man named Jack. Jack releases all but the most famous people, making his demands: several million dollars from each celebrity hostage, including the mayor, a popular comedic actor, a beloved talk show host, and a pop starlet. Once Jack starts killing, Michael realizes he's up against a truly diabolical foe.

Patterson has a knack for creating genuinely likable heroes, and Michael fits the bill. As readers rapidly turn the pages to learn how the tense hostage drama plays out, they will also be sympathizing with Michael as he faces the agonizing loss of his wife. Totally gripping and downright impossible to put down, this is a promising start to a potential new series.

Me & Emma follows the poignant and heart-wrenching journey of eight-year-old Carrie Parker, a timid and introverted young girl, and her fearless little sister, Emma. These two sisters live in a challenging and abusive environment, relying on their unstable mother who has never recovered from her husband's murder. Their stepfather is a constant threat, subjecting them to regular beatings, while their mother remains oblivious to their suffering.

Despite the bleak circumstances, Carrie is determined to protect Emma from the harsh realities of their world. The sisters' plan to escape from their oppressive home takes a shocking turn, leading to a revelation that alters everything. The narrative is filled with unexpected twists and turns, culminating in a spectacular finish that challenges the reader's perceptions and invites them to revisit the story from the beginning.

This emotionally charged thriller masterfully explores themes of survival, resilience, and the enduring bond between sisters. Me & Emma is a story that will resonate deeply, leaving a lasting impression on its readers.

The Atonement Child by Francine Rivers is a powerful novel that explores the deeply personal and controversial topic of abortion. In a single, terrifying moment, Dynah Carey's seemingly perfect life is shattered by a rape that results in an unwanted pregnancy. Her future is irrevocably altered, and her devoted family is torn apart.

Dynah's rock-solid faith is tested to its limits as she faces the most momentous choice of her life: to embrace or to end the untimely life within her. This is ultimately a tale of three women, as Dynah’s plight forces both her mother and her grandmother to confront the choices they made.

Written with balance and compassion, The Atonement Child brings a new perspective to a widely debated topic, offering a heart-wrenching yet uplifting story.