Marilyn Turk Livres

The Christmas Gift Marilyn Turk 1910 Amateur photographer Lettie Morgan accompanies her aunt to Springlake, Florida for the annual Springlake Assembly. Jonathon Townsend, wealthy heir to the family fortune and first-time chairman of the event, wants the event to run smoothly.But when the train bringing guests to the Assembly is robbed, Jonathon, who is part-owner of the railroad, must find the robber and appease the attendees. Can the young photographer who's captured his attention provide clues to the robbery? As Christmas approaches and the Assembly comes to a close, will Jonathon find a way to entice Lettie to stay? The Christmas Surprise Lenora Worth Present Day When Lynsey Milton comes to Springlake, Florida, to revitalize the town's historic main street, Jon Townsend, the heir apparent, resists helping her. He'd rather return to the quiet life of a country lawyer. Lynsey needs to seal this deal since a promotion is in her future. But Jon wants to stay in his Victorian mansion, keeping his grief to himself. He won't fall for a woman who'll soon leave.When they make a discovery in the gazebo by the lake, Lynsey gets Jon into the Christmas spirit. Can an old gazebo and a beautiful vintage ball gown bring them together?

At the onset of the Civil War, Sarah Turner's hope to marry fiancé Josiah Hamilton crumbled when her father forbade her to ever see Josiah again because he chose the Union side. Now the war has ended, and Sarah and her family return to Pensacola to start life over. For seven years, Sarah harbored hope that she and Josiah could be reconciled, but she never heard from him again, and her father is pushing her toward marrying his business partner, a man Sarah has no attraction to. But when she sees Josiah with another woman, her hope of a future with him ends. Lieutenant Josiah Hamilton has returned to Pensacola as well, as an engineer for the US Army with orders to find the original lens of the Pensacola Lighthouse and build the new keepers' house. He still loves Sarah, but when he sees her with a young child, assumes she is married, and the child is hers. Meanwhile, Josiah is being pursued by the lightkeeper's daughter and distracted by an apparent plot to prevent him from carrying out his job. Who is the arsonist starting fires at area lumber mills? What will happen when Sarah's life and Josiah's mission collide with someone who wants to end them both?

Cora Miller, a recent widow, moves to St. Augustine in 1875 with her young daughter Emily to start life over as a single mother. She opens a fine millinery shop to court the tastes of the wealthy and become part of the town's social elite. She succeeds in gaining the hat business of tourists Pamela Worthington and her daughter Judith, as well as, the attention of their family friend, extravagant Sterling Cunningham. But aloof Daniel Worthington, Pamela's son, is more interested in the Indian captives recently brought to the fort. Daniel Worthington has escorted his mother and sister to St. Augustine. Their trip has coincided with the arrival of Plains Indians being brought to Fort Marion as prisoners. He is sympathetic to the plight of the Indians and seeks to help them learn to communicate through art. Daniel believes Cora Miller is only concerned with unimportant frivolities, but when he sees her with a benevolence group at the fort, his opinion begins to change. Just when Cora's business is picking up, jewelry from her wealthy customers begins to disappear and then mysteriously reappear in Cora's shop. What will happen to her when she is accused of theft? Will her reputation and future be ruined? Or will someone else step up in her defense?

Sally Rose McFarlane follows her dream of being a teacher when she accepts a position as governess in post-Reconstruction, Florida. A misunderstanding of her previous experience in Ohio forces her to keep a secret to retain her job. When she learns about the recent Jim Crow laws, she realizes she also has to hide her bi-racial ancestry. When Bryce Hernandez, former Pinkerton agent, becomes a law partner to Sally Rose's employer, he and Sally Rose become involved with each other to stop a smuggling operation involving their employer's dishonest business partner. What will happen when the family Sally Rose works for learns the truth of her work experience and her parents? How will Bryce react when he finds out? And will anyone find her when she's captured by smugglers, or will it be too late?

Set against the backdrop of January 1942, the narrative unfolds during a pivotal moment in World War II. The story delves into the lives of characters grappling with the realities of war, exploring themes of courage, sacrifice, and resilience. As tensions rise, individuals are faced with moral dilemmas and the impact of global conflict on their personal lives. The historical context enriches the character development and highlights the emotional struggles of those living through this tumultuous period.

Lighthouses serve as powerful symbols of hope and safety, embodying the themes of refuge and strength. Their inspiring presence evokes a sense of security, guiding those at sea and representing resilience against adversity. This exploration delves into their significance and the emotional connections they foster, highlighting their role as beacons of light in both literal and metaphorical darkness.

Set against the backdrop of World War II, the story follows four sailors from a German U-boat as they land on Long Island. Among them is Cal Miller, a US citizen chosen for a covert mission to infiltrate America. His objective is to identify and sabotage critical economic targets in Manhattan, blending themes of espionage and loyalty amid the tension of wartime America. The narrative explores the moral complexities of betrayal and the impact of war on individual lives.

Ein Roman, wie ich ihn mir wünsche - voller Spannung und historischer Atmosphäre! Abby Baker zieht nach dem Tod ihres Mannes zusammen mit ihrer Tochter Emely zurück in ihren Heimatort Hope Harbor. Etwa zur gleichen Zeit lässt sich auch Carson Stevens in dem kleinen Örtchen an der amerikanischen Ostküste nieder, um die vorgelagerte Insel Hope Island mitsamt seinem nostalgischen Leuchtturm zu kaufen und in ein Bed & Breakfast umzubauen. Kurz nach seiner Ankunft lernt er Abby kennen, die Enkelin der ehemaligen Leuchtturmwärter, und überredet sie, ihn beim Innenausbau der Gebäude zu unterstützen. Während Abby und Carson gemeinsam an diesem Herzensprojekt arbeiten, entdecken sie in einem Geheimfach des Leuchtturmwärterhäuschens das alte Logbuch von Abbys Großmutter. Was sie darin finden, stellt Abbys Leben und auch das ihrer Mutter gehörig auf den Kopf. Wie gut, dass Abby in diesen aufregenden Zeiten Carson an ihrer Seite hat …