Secrets of the Blue Hill Library
Mysterious things happen as a young widow transforms her great-aunt’s historic Victorian mansion into the new town library. As Anne Gibson seeks a new life for herself and her children and fulfill her aunt Edie’s final wishes, she discovers new insights into Edie’s fascinating past and God’s plan for her family’s future.
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When Anne’s friend, Tami, visits from London, Tami talks about a note she found in one of her new costumes that claims that Aunt Edie was in possession of Hugh Bettridge’s missing play. When Anne agrees to search for it, it becomes apparent that she is not the only one searching for the script. Can she find it before someone else does? At the same time, Anne agrees to take a role in a fundraising play. However, when she discovers that her character has to kiss Alex’s character, can she overcome her anxiety to help the production succeed?
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When a fire damages the beloved Blue Hill Theater, reports place Anne’s son, Ben, at the scene of the crime! Can Anne clear his name, or was he actually involved in the destruction of a historic landmark? Meanwhile, Anne struggles to keep her emotions in check when Alex hires a woman to help him repair and restore the theater; could she really be jealous, or is she simply unsure of what she really wants? At the same time, Ben and Ryan must learn to compromise when they begin building a tree house with two different plans in mind.
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When Anne receives a letter containing several thousands of dollars inside, Wendy believes that it is an answer to their prayers. Anne, however, is intent on finding the owner in case the money was not meant for her. Meanwhile the library’s literacy program is doing well, but can Anne and Wendy find a way to invite one more individual without intimidating him? Find out in Cracking the Code, another tale of compassion and community in the beautiful, small town of Blue Hill!
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When Anne’s children are saved by a man named Jack Kendall, they become enthralled by his stories of adventure, including a story in which he claims to have known Aunt Edie. Anne, however, is not sold on Jack’s stories; while the locals of Blue Hill have taken a liking to him, Anne embarks on an investigation to see just how much she can trust this stranger. Meanwhile, Ben and Ryan go searching for gold in the local creek after listening to Jack’s adventures. Can they find anything to help their classmate who was recently diagnosed with leukemia? Find out in another heartwarming tale from Emily Thomas!
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When Anne finds an engagement ring attached to a stray cat at the library, she becomes determined to find the ring’s owner. However, during Anne’s investigation, two attractive men demonstrate an interest in her; can Anne handle the prospect of falling in love, or is it just a phase? Meanwhile, Anne must prepare the library to host the wedding of one of her former writing students. Will it be completed in time for the special event, or will her conflicting interests interfere with her ability to fulfill her duties? Find out in this satisfying conclusion to the Secrets of the Blue Hill Library series, a cozy adventure full of romance, compassion, and family.
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When Nellie Brown and Betty Warring’s family heirloom—an antique dueling pistol dating back to the Civil War—goes missing, the siblings become hostile toward one another. Furthermore, the missing pistol may ruin an acquaintanceship that Anne, Ben, and Liddie began with an actor in the local Civil War reenactment. Can Anne find the heirloom before two friendships are sacrificed in vain?
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Anne, Wendy, and Maggie are excited to unveil Blue Hill’s time capsule, in addition to a statue of Lois Stover—the first female Pennsylvanian architect registered in the state, as well as Aunt Edie’s role model. However, when both the capsule and the statue disappear, everyone wonders how such a heist could have taken place! Could it be that jewels are actually hidden inside of the statue like rumors suggest? Ben’s new hobby, however, could lead Anne straight to the answers everyone seeks, in addition to the culprit behind the theft.
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When a big-box discount store demonstrates an interest in building a location in Blue Hill, landowners compete fiercely with one another to potentially make the most profit. However, land surveys are becoming sabotaged and even the land itself is being damaged! Is this just a consequence of the competition between landowners, or does someone dislike the idea of a corporation coming into the cozy town of Blue Hill? Meanwhile, when Wendy leads a protest against the store coming into town, Anne refuses to support her because the store could possibly benefit poorer families in the area. Will Anne and Wendy be able to come to an understanding, or will their relationship be compromised in an irreparable way?
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When Alex receives mysterious notices about an account in his sister’s name, he learns about an overdrawn account that his sister created before she died in a car accident. However, while the account was tied to an adoption agency called Heaven’s Child, someone is still actively using it and stealing money from the organization! Can Anne and Alex track down the thief and help Heaven’s Child to fulfill the wishes of Alex’s sister? Meanwhile, after a surprise notification from Indian missionaries, Anne learns that Aunt Edie had adopted a child of her own named Thomas Gee. Can Anne track down her lost relative and show the extent to which family can reach?
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Coraline’s Amazon parrot, Lorenzo, mysteriously appears at Liddie’s window one day; when Anne tries to return him, she discovers that Coraline’s house is empty and the front window is broken! Could this mystery be related to a chemical company’s efforts to seize a local bird refuge? Meanwhile, Anne finds a bird cage in the library attic that was originally used for carrier pigeons. Could Aunt Edie have owned them when she was alive? Find out in this cozy, intriguing adventure from Emily Thomas!
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When a valuable Chinese vase is to be auctioned for the benefit of the Blue Hill Library at the Railroad Days Festival, Anne is extremely excited until she learns that the real vase was stolen and replaced with a fake one. Can Anne track down the artifact—and the thief—before the first bids begin? Meanwhile, Anne struggles to maintain composure after her Civil Rights display in the library—in addition to her article in the local newspaper—is heavily criticized by locals. Will Anne be able to sustain her humility through her Great- Aunt Edie’s values?
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When Anne displays an Egyptian clay pot at the library, residents become outraged as they recall the horrific events that occurred when Aunt Edie brought the pot into Blue Hill. With every accident or disaster that occurs in town being blamed on the pot’s “curse,” Anne can’t help but wonder if the curse is simply a rumor being used to cover up a more sinister crime. Meanwhile, when Ben’s new friend questions his faith and skips his youth class at church, Anne must decide whether to end the friendship or assist Ben in helping his friend rediscover his religious values.
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