Protecting Katie


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Morgan Stone will do anything to keep his daughter, Katie. But would he steal? Yes. Lie? Absolutely. Cheat? Most definitely. When Jeff, Katie’s biological father, threatens to file for paternity, Morgan, blind to anything but the need to protect Katie, strikes back with photographs of Jeff with one woman while engaged to another. With evidence of his ex-partner’s infidelity, he meets Jeff’s fiancée, Kristen St. John. In less than thirty seconds, he destroys her dreams with damning photographs of Jeff in the arms of another woman. Can Kristin believe the evidence of her fiancés’ infidelity? Caught in the middle of a battle between two men, Kristin doesn’t know who to believe or trust, especially her heart when it comes to Morgan. She finds herself falling for this fierce, loyal man. But when it comes to loving Kristen, will Morgan find it within himself to give up everything, even Katie?




Protecting Katie


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Protecting Her Son


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Paula Drummond is finally back on a police force. And with so much at stake--she's a single mom atoning for an almost career-ending mistake--she's not risking anything but stellar performance. That means, regardless of whatever attraction is brewing between her and her partner, Officer Riley Henning, she will not get involved. Still, working side by side with a man as hot as Riley and not giving in to temptation isn't easy. Especially when he goes above and beyond to help keep her son safe. With all that evidence piling up, it seems as though her partner on the job is destined to become her partner in bed...and maybe even in life.




Protecting Powers


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The book is based on two research projects on emergency intervention, which were carried out by the author and her colleagues. The studies provide the basis for the three themes in the book: Inter-agency Working; Perceptions of Safety; and Placement and Resource Issues. The combination of quantitative and qualitative research allows a detailed picture of practice that goes beyond an account of what happens, to explore the perceptions, understandings and experiences of the practitioners who make these decisions, as social workers, police officers magistrates’ legal advisers or magistrates, and of the lawyers who advise social workers and parents. The book provides a critical account of current practice in emergency child protection, it identifies good practice and make proposals for reform.




Katie's Hope


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Death or Hell?Three weeks after leaving Rhyn, Katie learns the Immortals have no intention of letting her go despite her deal with their leader. Rhyn discovers he can only protect her if he accepts his place among the Immortals. However, doing so may cost him the only thing that matters. Meanwhile, demons are closing in, and Death orders Katie killed. Death's assassin and the demons pursue them, and Katie will have to choose between Death or Hell to save Rhyn from both.




Harlequin Love Inspired Suspense July 2019 - Box Set 2 of 2


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Love Inspired Suspense brings you three new titles at a great value, available now! Enjoy these suspenseful romances of danger and faith. NANNY WITNESS The Baby Protectors by Hope White When someone breaks in and puts their lives in danger, nanny Carly Winslow grabs the child in her care and flees—straight into the protective arms of the baby’s uncle. Now Detective Brody Whittaker will do anything to keep Carly and his niece safe from a determined kidnapper. AMISH COVERT OPERATION by Meghan Carver After Amish widow Katie Schwartz’s search for her reclusive brother results in a shooting and a cryptic message, she must rely on ICE agent Adam Troyer to shield her. But can they work together to bring down the smugglers in Amish country? INHERITED THREAT by Jane M. Choate Reeling from the news of her estranged mother’s murder, army ranger Laurel Landry returns home to uncover why she was killed—but now someone is after Laurel. To survive, she needs help, so she hires bodyguard Mace Ransom to join her in exposing the crime family that wants her dead.




His Suitable Amish Wife and Amish Covert Operation


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Can they put their trust in love? His Suitable Amish Wife by Rebecca Kertz When Ellie Stoltzfus arrives to provide housecleaning and child-care services for her friend’s brother, Reuben Miller, the Amish widower is reluctant to agree. But, smitten with Reuben’s young son, Ellie is determined to see the job through. There’s no denying Ellie is good for both father and son, but still-grieving Reuben won’t marry for love again. Can he convince Ellie to be his wife…in name only? Amish Covert Operation by Meghan Carver After Amish widow Katie Schwartz’s search for her reclusive brother results in a shooting and her finding a cryptic message, she must rely on federal agent Adam Troyer to shield her. But, undercover as a Plain man, can Adam save her brother’s life and protect Katie? Trusting the handsome Englisch agent is already dangerous…but falling for him could risk everything Katie holds dear.




Child Protective Services


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Bea Kapinski, a longtime case worker for Child Protective Services in Arizona, reveals a behind-the-scenes look at fighting for children in this account that urges reform. One of her first cases was an about-to-be homeless woman who called in a CPS report on herself because she didnt know what else to do. Linda and her six children met the author in an undesirable part of Phoenix at the Motel 6 where they were staying. They were on their last paid night at the motel. Can you please do something? Linda pleaded. Nothing with CPS was ever easy: not the work, not the people, not the policies, not the outcomes. In this memoir, the author shares her most memorable and haunting casesmany of which stemmed from families abusing alcohol and/or drugs, living in poverty, and coping with mental illness. While we must keep CPS workers accountable when something goes wrong, she argues that we need to make it harder for drug-addicted parents to continue having children and gaming the system. Join the author as she reveals the challenging, frustrating, and sometimes rewarding career of being a case manager dedicated to helping families in Child Protective Services.




Yellow Dog Coming


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In the small logging town of Lesker, Anne Pratt is raising her only grandchild, 17-year-old Evan, orphaned by a terrorist attack in Bali. It's a dry summer, the forest fire season is coming early, and people already on edge are edgier. Another boy, marked more directly by violence, heads towards Lesker, burning like sulphuric acid through every life he touches, changing names has he change his towns. The meeting of the two boys is volatile, as each finds his own missing piece in the other. As the tension builds between them, moving them towards inevitable violence, other people are drawn in, triggering demonic cruelty, unconditional love, unimaginable loss, and absolute courage. "Love wins. Don't you dare lose," Anne calls to Evan as he fights for his life. But victory, like love, is never simple.




Always, Together (Endless Harbor—Book Four)


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In the fourth book in #1 Bestseller Fiona Grace’s new romance series, the end of summer has Ariel Hawthorne struggling with renovation setbacks and zoning issues as she tries to bring her father’s historic B&B back to life. Yet just when life seems to be settling into a groove, an unexpected antagonist tries to stop her—while her daughter finds herself in trouble. Can Ariel salvage this new small town life? “Wow, this book takes off & never stops! I couldn't put it down! Highly recommended for those who love a great mystery with twists, turns, romance, and a long lost family member! I am reading the next book right now!” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wish all books were this good a mystery romance and love. Did not want to stop reading this book—loved it.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ALWAYS, TOGETHER is book #4 in a new series by #1 bestselling author Fiona Grace, whose books have received over 10,000 five-star reviews and ratings. A charming sweet romance series will transport you to another world, the ENDLESS HARBOR series will make you laugh, make you cry, will keep you turning pages late into the night—and will make you fall in love with romance all over again. A page-turner packed with jaw-dropping twists, it is impossible to put down! Future books in the series are also available. “The story line wasn't just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can’t wait to start book two!” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friend ships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐