Secrets of a Small Town


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This is the story of life in a small southern Baptist town in the 70's. The one general practitioner in town who migrated there in the 50's has become privy to the darkest secrets revealed to him by some of the town's most prominent citizens. When his office is broken into, and the medical records are stolen, the blackmail scenario unfolds. Secrets of incest, adultery and venereal disease are just some of the dirty laundry that the perpetrator threatens to reveal. By the time the story ends, there has been a murder, a suicide, and death by coronary to shake up the tranquility of this small town. Things like this only happen in Miami and not in small towns like Palm Cove.




Secrets in a Small Town


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Some things are meant to stay buried. For Owen Garrett, that includes his past. The successful logger has worked hard rebuilding his family name. He's not about to let some former-hippie reporter dig up ancient events. Besides, Piper Morning Dew Sunday has already vilified his company in the press—three times! Now she wants an interview? It's not gonna happen, no matter how captivating she is. But when Piper swears she can clear his father's name, Owen has a change of heart. Soon he finds himself working with the stubborn beauty to find the truth. Only, uncovering secrets may have more consequences than either expect.




Secrets of a Small Town


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This startlingly intimate glimpse into the hidden side of ordinary people shares with readers the sins and crimes, shames and guilts of more than 100 people from a typical American small town. A tantalizing feast of long-hidden tidbits. Some poignant, some hilarious, some devastating.--Los Angeles Times Book Review.




Secrets in a Small Town Called Huntsville, Texas


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This is the life story of a brave, anointed woman. I am very kind, loving, trustworthy, a lady that loves to pray, very forgiving toward others, very humble and loves to help people. I am one who repents daily. I really love the Lord. I received Christ at an early age. In 1985, I got filled with the Holy Spirit. I thank God for this beautiful life in Him. A lot of things were stolen from me, but I would not give the devil my peace and joy. The world didn't give it, and the world can't take it away. I love this peace and joy that the Lord has given me. Through all the trials, tribulations, and the storms, it was rough, but I refused to let the storm get in me. I overcame it all through Christ Jesus. I have the favor of God in my life. Without Him, I am nothing. I don't portray myself as a perfect woman because I made mistakes. My family and I didn't deserve to be treated like this. We weren't bothering anybody. This is what happens when people lie on you and it gets out of control. Someone could have gotten killed. I hope no other family has to go through anything like this. I am a single mother of three grown sons. We are very close.




Small Town Secrets


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In a battle for survival, love is the riskiest move… Laila Egan had a bright future—until a broken heart and the responsibility of single parenthood trapped her in the stagnant town of Harlow, Minnesota—leaving her to fight for a better life for herself and her child. Adrian Ramos’ career is built on secrecy, his latest mission is to protect Harlow from a ruthless crime syndicate. But once fate draws Laila into his life, undeniable chemistry threatens to ignite a powder keg of danger. Enigmatic syndicate leader, Rudolph Manzinni, breezes into town, his presence causing chaos. Once-quiet Harlow becomes a battleground. Locked in a high-stakes clash of love and survival, Laila and Adrian must succeed, or the consequences will be deadly. Can they navigate an unbreakable bond while fighting for the future of their town and their lives? If you enjoy Virgin River, slow-burn romance, quaint country towns, and a touch of suspense; you’ll love Small Town Secrets. Buy now to curl up with this bold small-town romance with a sinister mafia twist! Books in the Harlow Series: Book 1: Sapphires and Secrets Book 2: Secret Surrender Book 3: Secondhand Secrets Book 4: Small Town Secrets (Final book in Series.) Author’s Note: Second Chance at love. Opposites attract. Slow burn. Heat with heart and big emotions. Angsty with bursts of humor. Contemporary Romance, with a hint of Women's Fiction. Suspenseful. Small town. Charming side characters. Professional, Alpha guy hero, with a heart of gold and full of contradictions. Jaded heroine, who knows how to keep it together. Mafia plotline, secrets, and family drama. Happy ever after (HEA) end. A super-together hero who “gets it” and wants his woman to be whole. Steamy!




Cupid's Bachelorette


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A billionaire longing for a family. A lawyer with a broken heart. A Cupid statue with a superstition. Dustin Torres, a self-made billionaire, has conquered the business world and is now on the hunt for love and a picture-perfect family. In the heart of Cupid, he's willing to take unconventional steps, including a midnight rendezvous around the Cupid statue, to find his true soulmate and live happily ever after. Heather Beckett, the accomplished assistant district attorney of Cupid, boasts a successful career but harbors a secret that makes her feel like a pariah. As her sisters embrace motherhood, Heather struggles to find the one thing missing from her life. Fate intervenes when Dustin and Heather cross paths, setting off a chain of events that could lead to the perfect union or expose buried secrets, sending them fleeing. Return to Cupid for a Valentine's Day tale of love, redemption, and second chances.




Hard Times in Red Grape: Secrets in Small Town California Are Hard to Keep


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Hard Times in Red Grape uncovers the truth and lies beneath the surface of the perfect small town just south of Napa, California. Surrounded by vineyards, Red Grape is the perfect get away. And, everyone seems to show up there including old boyfriends. The picture perfect town has its share of trouble with rising water rates, water rationing, overbuilding, a corrupt city council and too many developers. At the center of the novel are Brad and Helen Elsen who have been married for seven years, but have yet to have children. Brad is a successful CPA with a thriving business in Napa. His wife Helen is a nervous housewife trying to keep her readers interested in a colorful cooking blog. Her marriage to Brad is not perfect but there are secrets. Kate is the colorful local neighborhood gossip who secretly writes under a penname for the local paper, The Grape Leaf. And, a corrupt mayor, Beau Geyser is getting rich on contractor and developer contributions. Behind it all is the struggling state of California running out of water during a serious drought. Who has secrets in Red Grape? Everyone living in this perfect little suburban town. A page turning combination to enjoy with a glass of Napa Red Zinfandel.




A Small Town's Secret


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After Ed Wilson hires private eye Grant Dawson to solve his daughter's murder, Grant finds himself in the small town of Crimson. The people of the town seem to have plenty of secrets, and they don’t take kindly to newcomers snooping around. To solve the case, Grant will have to figure out what's happening behind the curtains, while dealing with the cops and the mayor. But can he stop the killer in time? A riveting crime caper, 'A Small Town's Secret' is the first book in A.E. Stanfill's 'Grant Dawson Mysteries' series.




Small-Town Secrets


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Although she doesn’t realize it, Kendall is drowning in secrets. About her husband Carter, who died in a car crash. About Gabe, who was driving the night Carter died. About her brother George’s girlfriend. Gabe’s return to Sturgeon Falls brings the secrets bubbling to the surface. Since Carter’s death, Kendall’s been too busy running a B&B, managing a cherry orchard and raising two girls to think about Gabe. But when he shows up at her B&B, memories come rushing back – including the crush she’d had on him. Can Kendall and Gabe face the past and find forgiveness? Or will the secrets bury them?




Small-Town Secrets


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Mission: Close a 16-year-old cold case: three teenage girls slain in a small Midwest town. Client: Dana Hall, twin sister of one of the victims. Troubled, amnesiac, alienated from family, suffering from horrific nightmares about the killer's identity. Investigator: William "Spence" Spencer. Thirty-six. Bachelor. Top-notch skills, on the job 24/7. Shows exceptional sensitivity to client's needs. Comments: Significant danger. Escalating threats against Dana's presence in town. Spence believes Dana is hiding something relevant to investigation. Possibility he may be hiding something himself. Has his strong, naturally protective nature compromised his professionalism? There's always a first time.




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