Die preisgekrönte Autorin Patience Griffin verbindet ihre lebenslange Leidenschaft für das Nähen und Geschichtenerzählen mit einer tiefen Zuneigung zum Quilten und zur Romantik. Ihr täglicher Arbeitsweg wurde zu einer unerwarteten Brutstätte für ihre literarischen Bestrebungen, die ihre Liebe zu Hörbüchern befeuerte und letztendlich ihre eigenen erzählerischen Schöpfungen inspirierte. Griffin verwebt meisterhaft Themen wie Heimat, Herd und den Reiz des Kleinstadtlebens, oft vor dem Hintergrund romantischer schottischer Landschaften. Ihre Werke bieten den Lesern eine Flucht in charmante fiktive Welten, durchdrungen von Wärme und dem beständigen Reiz, die Liebe zu finden.
Set against the stunning backdrop of the Scottish Highlands, this charming romance weaves together themes of love and discovery. The narrative explores the characters' emotional journeys as they navigate personal challenges and deepen their connections in a picturesque setting. With a blend of humor and heartfelt moments, the story invites readers to experience the magic of romance in a breathtaking landscape.
Set in the picturesque Scottish Highlands, this installment of the Kilts and Quilts series weaves a tale of romance and adventure. The story explores the intricate dynamics between its characters, blending humor and heartfelt moments against a backdrop of stunning landscapes. As relationships deepen, the themes of love, tradition, and the clash between modernity and heritage come to the forefront, inviting readers to immerse themselves in a world of vibrant culture and emotional connections.
Two sisters from Texas find themselves exiled to Alaska . . . and thrown into the arms of two very different men. Tori and McKenna St. James have been living comfortably on their trust funds in Dallas. But their uncle Monty, keeper of the purse strings, decides to push them out of their comfort zones by requiring them to spend one year in Alaska or lose their inheritance. Initially the sisters are stunned, but they aren't willing to back down from the challenge. Tori is sent to a primitive homestead outside the tiny town of Sweet Home. She had been prepared to forego fashion magazines and lattes, but not electricity and running water! Will her rugged wilderness guide, Jesse Montana, teach her to survive, or send her fleeing back to civilization? Meanwhile, outdoorsy McKenna is stuck within the concrete walls of an Anchorage bank. Her sexy boss Luke McAvoy is tasked with teaching her the business but what he’s really doing is tempting her. Not that she’s the type to fall for a stuffed suit like him. Tori and McKenna find much needed solace with Sweet Home’s Sisterhood of the Quilt. Will this crafty group of women be up to the challenge of teaching two outsiders how to sew—and perhaps how to love?
Set in the picturesque backdrop of Scotland, this latest installment in the Kilts and Quilts series weaves a tale of love and community. Readers can expect a delightful blend of romance, cultural charm, and the strong bonds of friendship that define the series. The narrative promises to capture the essence of Scottish life while exploring the complexities of relationships, making it a heartwarming addition for fans and newcomers alike.
A woman struggling to raise her daughter alone in a small Alaskan town finds her simple existence upended when the father of her child returns. . . .Sweet Home, Alaska, was once a thriving, idyllic town, where A Stone's Throw Hardware and Haberdashery and the Sisterhood of the Quilt were the cornerstones of the community. Then, in one fatal moment, two young lives were cut short, and everything changed. Now the Stone family businesses have closed, the diner is in the red, and the population has dwindled to 573.After the tragic accident that took her sister's life, Hope McKnight discovered she was pregnant, and gave up her dreams of college to raise her daughter. When Donovan Stone returns to sell his family's properties and to cut final ties with Sweet Home, he's shocked to find Hope still there--and a single mother. The pull between Hope and Donovan is as powerful as ever. But so are the secrets and lies stemming from that long-ago tragedy. Will they be able to overcome the past, or will the heartbreak of bygone days destroy their love again?
Set in the charming village of Gandiegow, this installment of the Kilts and Quilts series introduces readers to the intriguing lives of the Real Men of Scotland. The story blends romance and humor, showcasing the unique relationships and cultural quirks of its characters. Expect a delightful exploration of love, community, and the vibrant Scottish setting that promises to enchant fans of the series and newcomers alike.
Set in the picturesque Scottish seaside town of Gandiegow, the story explores the tension between escaping personal issues and the inevitability of love. Characters grapple with their pasts while navigating relationships that challenge their emotional defenses. As they confront their fears and vulnerabilities, the narrative reveals how love can be both a refuge and a catalyst for change, ultimately leading to self-discovery and healing amidst the stunning coastal backdrop.
Welcome to the charming Scottish seaside town of Gandiegow—where two people have returned home for different reasons, but to find the same thing.… Caitriona Macleod gave up her career as an investigative reporter for the role of perfect wife. But after her husband is found dead in his mistress’s bed, a devastated Cait leaves Chicago for the birthplace she hasn’t seen since she was a child. She’s hoping to heal and to reconnect with her gran. The last thing she expects to find in Gandiegow is the Sexiest Man Alive! She just may have stumbled on the ticket to reigniting her career—if her heart doesn’t get in the way. Graham Buchanan is a movie star with many secrets. A Gandiegow native, he frequently hides out in his hometown between films. He also has a son he’ll do anything to protect. But Cait Macleod is too damn appealing—even if she is a journalist. Quilting with her gran and the other women of the village brings Cait a peace she hasn’t known in years. But if she turns in the story about Graham, Gandiegow will never forgive her for betraying one of its own. Should she suffer the consequences to resurrect her career? Or listen to her battered and bruised heart and give love another chance?
"The Secret Wish, Jodi Thomas: The little town of While-a-Way, Texas, may as well be named Last Chance as far as Avery Cleveland is concerned. Running her late great-grandmother's quilt shop is the only way to build back her life after losing her dancing career. But local sheriff Daniel Solis is stunned by Avery's beauty and spirit--and hopes to show her how to stitch brand-new dreams together.... Wish Upon a Wedding, Lori Wilde: Ellie Winter's sister is holding a quilting bee as her bachelorette party, creating a memory quilt for their grandmother. If only the event weren't happening at the ranch where Ellie spent childhood summers, now owned by the man she can't forget. Four days surely isn't enough time to fall in love again ... but what about four long, hot, summer nights? When You Wish Upon a Quilt, Patience Griffin: Paige Holiday's last visit to the International Quilt Festival in Houston ended in heartbreak. It seems like all the women in her family are unlucky in love. So at this year's festival, Paige is focused solely on business, until a gorgeous cowboy crosses her path, ready to turn her life--and her luck--around"-- Provided by publisher
Lolly Crocker bakes up warm desserts in her chilly Alaskan town, but can she handle the reigniting of an old flame? Whenever things get too serious, baker Lolly Crocker knows it’s time to break it off with a guy. Without fail, her gut would tell her that the man she was dating was not Mr. Right. The one exception is Shaun Montana, her high school sweetheart. With Shaun, life felt complete; but her mother convinced her she was too young to be tied down, and Lolly broke up with him the night before she left for college. While Lolly keeps every relationship light, Shaun is never less than fully committed—and still somehow his romances have all ended badly. When he comes back to Sweet Home, his attraction to Lolly is as fiery as ever, but he's determined to keep things casual for once...just when Lolly is finally ready to risk her heart on a second chance with the man she loved so long ago.