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Hidden Beauty
Series · 15
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#1

Until the Stars Fall from the Sky

2014

Jeff had a plan. In an instant, he forgot it. Who is the woman with the red hair? Jeff knows what he wants from life. Finishing at the top of his law class isn't just a goal, it's a real possibility. He can see the finish line. The competition is fierce, but is it worth sacrificing his whole life? Will his heart get in the way? Kiera knows a thing or two about discipline. As a former Paralympian, she spent hours in the pool. Now, she takes that same focus into her job as a social worker as she finishes her Master's degree. The last thing on her mind is meeting someone new. With every twist and turn, everything is working against them. Can love find its way? You will adore this emotionally-charged contemporary romance. Get it now.
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#2

So the Heart Can Dance

2015

Everything and everyone Tara Isamu ever loved, she lost under tragic or violent circumstances. Left alone to deal with the aftermath of date rape as a teenager, Tara felt destined to a life of solitude. Her heart couldn’t take any more risks. There is just one problem with that plan; his name is Aidan O’Brien. He loved her once, and he finds that years apart – and losses of his own – haven’t changed a thing. Aidan makes it his mission to remind Tara of the joyful, talented dancer she once was. He’ll do anything to set her free of her troubled past so that her heart can dance again. He believes they can conquer the world together. But can he convince her of that? In the United States, April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). The goal of SAAM is to raise public awareness about sexual violence and to educate communities on how to prevent it. Sexual violence is a major public health, human rights and social justice issue. We need everyone’s help to end it. Thank you for getting involved. Your purchase of this book will assist in the prevention of sexual violence and date rape. During 2015, I will be donating 15% of my profits generated from the sales of this book to RAINN, a national charity dedicated to stopping sexual assault and abuse.
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#3

Joy and Tiers

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How can one gigantic, handsome man be so annoying? is he this way with everyone or does Heather get special treatment? Tyler Colton is always in Heather Labianca's personal space. He is the definition of overwhelming. He even calls her Gidget. There are a few things Heather understands about herself. She is not small, diminutive and cute. Much to her family's dismay, she has never been. Yet, Tyler has a way of making Heather feel as if she is the most beautiful creature on the planet. When Tyler is by her side during some of the most difficult times of her life, she decides he may not be so annoying after all. What happens when Heather discovers heroes come in all shapes and sizes? You'll laugh out loud when you read this humorous contemporary romance novel about unlikely friends who become much more. Get it now!
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#4

Love Naturally

2015

Trevor Black will never be the same. An improvised explosive device took care of that. Trevor is missing more than just his leg. His identity is gone too. He's finding it difficult to find his place in the world. Suddenly, it feels as if everything he loves is a casualty of war. Will helping his landlord's sister, Madison LaBianca help him regain perspective? As he untangles the threat against Madison, Trevor finds the enemy is more familiar than he ever imagined. You'll love this suspenseful contemporary romance where two people find happiness in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. Get it now.
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#5

Love Seasoned

2016

You can't help who you fall in love with. Gwendolyn knows that all too well. After her first husband died, she fell for the king of all losers. She is still recovering from his mental and physical abuse. She has decided to rebuild her shattered life on her own with the help of friends and family. Speaking of family, how did her son's father-in-law become the knight in shining armor she never knew she needed? Denny Ashley lost the love of his life to brain cancer. He is not sure he has what it takes to help another woman he loves win the battle of her life. Can Denny and Gwendolyn discover that love seasoned by time is the best kind of all? You'll love this story of mature love and triumph. Get it now!
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#6

Love Claimed

2016

Jaxson Shepherd is acting like a teenager with a crush. He drives several miles out of his way every day just to catch a glimpse of her. He doesn't even know her name. When he witnesses a car accident, Dr. Jaxson Shepherd springs into action to make sure she and her son are not hurt. Most people would be happy to be rescued. Donda Whitaker is not one of those people. Jackson is used to people pursuing him simply because he's a doctor. However, Donda seems to be running in the other direction. Donda's son Gabriel assures Jaxson his mom is worth the risk. Donda isn't sure. She is certain if Jackson knew about her past, he would be the one running. Can Jackson and Donda set aside their preconceptions and painful pasts to claim love? You will enjoy this emotion-packed family drama of love and triumph. Claim your copy of Love Claimed today.
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#6.5

If You Knew Me

2017

Elijah Fischer thought high school might be different. Kids have bullied him because of his Tourette's syndrome for as long as he can remember. The only thing different about today is that the new girl at school got to see it happen. Could his luck get any worse? Sadie Anderson was hoping to make new friends at her new school. This guy definitely looked like he needed a friend. If he really knew her, would he feel the same? Authors note: This novella can be read as a standalone but will make more sense if it's read after Love Claimed, but before Jude's Song.
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#7

Jude's Song

2017

There comes a time when you have to follow your own dreams. Tasha Keeley is a singing prodigy. She even won a talent show on television. She has been offered a recording contract from Aidan O'Brien. She should be over the moon. Instead, she wishes she'd never sung a note. Jude is Aiden O'Brien's equipment manager. He has been working for musicians since he was a teenager to get his big break. He would give his right arm to be offered a recording contract. Can Tasha help Jude find his voice while she tackles new dreams of her own? You'll be singing the praises of the characters in Jude's Song. Who knows? It may inspire you to reach for a few dreams of your own.
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#7.5

The Price of Freedom

2017

Every breath is a precious gift. Nate Abernethy learned this lesson the hard way from a very young age. Now, he's faced with an impossible decision: Stay by the side of the woman he's loved since elementary school knowing that each breath she draws could be her last? Or fulfill the promise he made to his dad to join the military and help catch the insurgents who killed him? There is no right choice. Either way, the price of freedom is just too high. Authors note: The Price of Freedom is a novella which can be read as a standalone. However, it will be better understood if it's read after Jude's Song but before Paths Not Taken.
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#8

Paths Not Taken

2017

Jordan Shepherd needs a do-over for her whole life. Jordan has always marched to the beat of a different drummer. Until now, she's made no apologies for her choices. That may have to change. She walked off her job as an executive assistant to a famous clothing designer and left a customer in the waiting room. Even worse, she has to go home and face her brother. The last time she visited her family, she was quite simply a jerk. Now, she wants to make amends and find a new path. Cristiano Romero needs a new suit. His boss tells him his job may hang in the balance over his fashion choices. Today, he found a woman with incredible strength and character. Her ex-boss claims she's the perfect designer for him. Unfortunately, Cristiano watched her walk right out of his life. Can Cristiano find Jordan and convince Jordan to be by his side as they both conquer new paths? You'll cheer for this couple as they overcome the demons of their past to build a future together. Get it now!
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#8.5

Dreams Change

2017

A matter of seconds. That's all it took. Tara Isamu's dreams of becoming a mother were dashed. Again. Tara and Aidan were supposed to have the perfect happily ever after. But what happens when life doesn't go according to the script? Can dreams change? You'll love this story of enduring love. Authors note: This novella is designed to be read after Paths Not Taken.
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#9

Heart Wish

2017

Kendall's life was forever changed in an instant. Did a random trip to the grocery store cost her everything? Kendall Kordes knows far too much about the soul-searing pain of loss. That's why she works so hard at Locate My Heart to help find missing children. No parent should experience the nightmare of a missing child. Jameson knows what it's like to lose someone you love. That's why he doesn't trust Kendall. Can Jameson and Kendall figure out how to live with their pasts so they can face the future? Love should be more than just a heart wish. You'll love this story of tragedy turned to triumph.
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#10

Tempting Fate

2018

For as long as she can remember, Mindy has always been able to see the future. Until she can't. As a child, Mindy always wished she could be normal. Now that she is, she'd give anything to be special again. After she wasn't able to help one person she cherished using her gifts, Mindy isn't sure she can ever trust her ability again. Elijah rose to the top of the bestseller lists with his first novel—but he can't seem to find the same magic again. Over his publisher's objections, he wants to take his writing career in a whole new direction. A frantic call from home threatens to completely derail his dreams. He never expected to go home and find one of the few people from his past who took the time to listen to him despite his Tourette's syndrome. Mindy knows Elijah and his family are in danger, but she knows her answers may not be enough his family or their love. What if she is wrong? Can Elijah convince Mindy that love is reason enough to tempt fate? You'll love this sweet romance about first love with a touch of mystery. Get it now!
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#11

The Letter

2018

Sometimes your greatest challenge can lead to unexpected victories. As a paramedic, Rocco Pierce is no stranger to making life-and-death decisions and delivering devastating news. Nothing prepared him for a situation quite like this. What exactly do you do with a letter informing you that your wife is dying of breast cancer when you've never been married? Crime reporter Mallory Yoshida is used to getting odd fan mail, so why should she pay attention to this guy who wants to talk to her about a mysterious letter? After all, Mallory is on the verge of a breakthrough in a case she's been following for years. She doesn't have time for distractions. Obviously, Rocco Pierce didn't get the memo, because he hasn't stopped lobbying her for an in-person meeting. He says it's personal, but how could it be when they've never met? Rocco needs to deliver the most awful, life-changing news imaginable. Yet, when he meets Mallory, there is an undeniable connection. Even though none of this is his business, Rocco can't seem to step away. He wonders if it was all a bureaucratic failure or simply divine intervention? After all, it's not like the letter is a matter of life and death—or is it? If you like compassionate, heroic types in uniform and spunky women who fight for justice, you'll adore this unusual tale of love at first sight under challenging circumstances. The Letter is a clean and wholesome, suspenseful romance. It is the eleventh book in the Hidden Beauty Series and can be read as a standalone novel.
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#12

The Power of Will

2019

Sometimes your frailty can be the source of someone else's strength. Mariam Fischer has had it with men—especially good-looking, confident, overbearing, smooth-talking ones. Why won't William Kordes get a clue? The drop-dead gorgeous guy with seemingly more money than one person could ever spend in a lifetime, says he plans to change the world. Now, he wants to transform her world. Unimpressed, Mariam has heard lines like that before. Promises like that only end in heartbreak. There's only one problem. Miriam's head is telling her one thing, but her heart feels differently. Will hired Miriam on a whim after he screwed up her chance of getting a better job. Who knew she would be the perfect person to help catapult his business to a whole new level? Will became an inventor to help solve problems. Suddenly, his mission is very personal. Miriam doesn't deserve to be in this much agony. Fibromyalgia is an enemy he can't see or touch. Even so, there has to be something he can do. What if Will really can take away her pain as he promised? There is something oddly intoxicating about the power of Will. Mallory wants to believe ... just this once. If you like great friends-to-lovers, clean and wholesome romance novels featuring characters with extraordinary grit, you'll adore The Power of Will. This book is the twelfth book in the Hidden Beauty Series. It can be read as a standalone novel.

Author

Mary Crawford
Mary Crawford
Author · 35 books

Mary Crawford has been lucky enough to live her own version of a romance novel. She’s married to the guy who kissed her at summer camp. He told her on the night they met that he was going to marry her and be the father of their children. Eventually, she stopped giggling when he said it and he had the last laugh as they celebrate three decades of marriage. They have two children. The oldest is a Doctor of Osteopathy. He is across the United States completing his residency, but when he’s done, he is going to come back to Oregon and practice Family Medicine. Their youngest son is in high school and hopes to be an EMT when he grows up. Mrs. Crawford writes full time now. She has written and published over thirty books and has several more underway. She volunteers her time to a variety of causes and has worked as a Civil Rights Attorney and diversity advocate. Mrs. Crawford spent many years working for various social service agencies before becoming an attorney. In her spare time, she loves to cook, decorate cakes and of course, obsessively, compulsively read.

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