Most Popular Books by Lavyrle Spencer

New York Times bestselling author LaVyrle Spencer, “famous for her heartrending slices of Americana,”* is at her best in this sweet, small-town romance about a country music star discovering the true meaning of love... Eighteen years ago, Tess McPhail left her tiny hometown of Wintergreen, Missouri for the bright lights of Nashville and never looked back. Now, one of country music’s biggest stars, “Mac” is a hardworking woman with little time for a personal life—until her sister insists she come home to help care for their widowed mother. The welcome Mac receives is less than warm, especially from her former next-door neighbor Kenny Kronek. With a teenage daughter to raise, the handsome divorcé refuses to give Mac the time of day. But when Mac discovers that Kenny’s daughter is a promising country talent, she begins mentoring the girl in the music of love—and opening her own hardened heart to a man who makes her soul sing...

The classic New York Times bestseller. Lee Reston has a fulfilling life imbued with the love of her three wonderful children. Then a shattering event-the loss of her oldest son, Greg-tears her world apart. In her anguish, she turns to police officer Christopher Lallek, Greg''s best friend. Their shared mourning develops into friendship, and then something deeper. But life is never simple. The family that was once the core of her existence becomes a mixed blessing, as Lee explores where family ties end-and her needs as a woman begin.

New York Times bestselling author LaVyrle Spencer presents a beautiful and moving tale of a false marriage that leads to true love. The wedding of Clay Forrester and Catherine Anderson was the social event of the season. It seemed like a page out of a fairy tale. But everything about it—from the formal vows to the magnificent reception—was a lie. Catherine had reluctantly agreed to Clay’s “marriage of convenience”—and the only thing that could threaten their arrangement was the unexpected arrival of love. “A superb story.”—Los Angeles Times “LaVyrle Spencer’s legions of fans are drawn to her fiction because of its uncalculated emotion and the author’s almost old-fashioned sense of integrity.”—Chicago Tribune “LaVyrle Spencer is magic!”—Affaire de Coeur

Romance set in a small sailing community in turn of-the-century-America. By the author of F̀orgiving''.

New readers will fall in love with New York Times bestselling author LaVyrle Spencer''s unforgettable novels—and for those who have already read her timeless romances, rediscover the passion and magic . . . . Two brothers work a rich and bountiful land—and one extraordinary woman shares their lives. To Jonathan Gray, Mary is a devoted and giving mate. To Aaron, she is a beloved friend. But seven childless years of marriage have forced Jonathan to ask the unthinkable of his brother and his wife—binding the two people he cares for most with an act of desire born of compassion . . . awakening Mary to the pain of infidelity, and to all the bittersweet joy and heartache that passionate love can bring.

LaVyrle Spencer explores the true meaning of unconditional love in this powerful New York Times bestseller. High school principal Tom Gardner feels a sense of shock when he sees Kent Arens, a new transfer student. With one glance, Tom can see that this teenager is the son he never knew he had-the result of a one-night stand on the eve of his wedding years before, now grown into an intelligent, athletic, and polite young man. But the boy''s presence has a devastating effect on Tom''s family. As the Gardners careen toward disaster, they test the foundation of trust and respect that their family was built on-and learn that love leaves no choice but forgiveness.

Based on the 1989 Putnam book.

Engaged to be married herself in three months, Winnifred Gadner, maid of honor at her best friend''s wedding, falls in love with Joseph Duggan, the handsome best man.

New York Times bestselling author LaVyrle Spencer presents one of her most beloved, enduring stories... Hoping to escape the shame of her street urchin’s life in Boston, Anna Reardon plotted a desperate scheme—to become Karl Lindstrom’s mail-order bride in the beautiful, dangerous frontier of Minnesota. A kind and gentle man, Karl forgave Anna for her deceptions. But there was still one burning secret she had to hide from him, knowing its revelation would destroy the love they had come to cherish.

Two of New York Times bestselling author LaVyrle Spencer''s favorite novels—Forsaking All Others and A Promise to Cherish—together in one unforgettable volume. FORSAKING ALL OTHERS As an up-and-coming photographer, Allison Scott has neither the time nor the inclination for an affair—especially since her last attempt at love with a handsome model shattered her dreams of rising to the top with a partner by her side. But Rick Lang can see through Allison’s aloofness to the aching heart beneath. And while it’s clear that Allison isn’t about to let the model in without a fight, Rick knows that he’s the right man to be trusted with the gift of her love… A PROMISE TO CHERISH Lee Walker is on a mission: to prove to everyone, and to herself, that she can make it working in the masculine world of the construction industry. When contracting rival Sam Brown offers her a job, Lee is stunned and a little wary. Sam sees her as the woman she’s always hoped to be—smart, capable, warm, funny and sexy. Before she knows it, Lee is falling head over heels for her boss. But part of her is sure that telling Sam about her past would have him backing away…

A grief-stricken widower learns to open his heart again in this touching and emotionally charged novel from New York Times bestselling author LaVyrle Spencer… A man of unshakable faith, Eddie Olczak derives intense pleasure from the life he’s built with his beloved wife, Krystyna, and their two daughters. But when a tragic accident cuts Krystyna’s life short, Eddie is sure his heart is broken forever. Sister Regina, the girls’ teacher at St. Joseph’s school, has always felt a special affinity for the Olczak family, but the strict rules of the Benedictine sisterhood have kept her from getting too close. Now, as Sister Regina and Eddie cross paths, they realize there is a connection between them that goes beyond their shared love of Krystyna and the girls. Thrilled—and secretly frightened—they must summon the courage to look within their hearts and make their own choices.

Originally published: New York: Putnam''s, 1989.

A bandit and a gentleman both vie for the heart of pretty Abigail McKenzie--and force her to make a choice that no woman should ever have to make...

LaVyrle Spencer, known for her “heartrending slices of Americana”* writes of how love can be more special the second time around in this New York Times bestseller. It is 1916 and Roberta Jewett is surprised to find that her hometown of Camden, Maine, considers a divorced woman little more than a prostitute. Condemned by her mother and scorned by neighbors, she nonetheless perseveres in her struggle to forge a good life for her girls and herself. Behaving like no “respectable” woman would, she gets a job as a county nurse, learns to drive, and buys her very own Model T. Embittered by her painful marriage to an unfaithful husband, she has no intention of being any man''s victim again. So Roberta is taken aback to find the widowed carpenter Gabriel Farley has somehow found his way into her heart. And in the ultimate test of will and devotion, she must depend on the man she has grown to love—and summon the courage to stand up to an entire town. “[LaVyrle Spencer] knows how to tug at readers’ heartstrings.”—*Publishers Weekly

New York Times bestselling author LaVyrle Spencer presents one of her most beautiful and captivating novels—a powerful story of the human heart you will never forget… Five long years ago, Laura Dalton stood on the bleak Nantucket shore waiting for her beloved husband Rye to return—until the day she learned his ship was lost at sea. Now, Laura’s lonely heart has found solace in Dan, Rye’s closest friend. Dan has been a beacon of light in her time of darkness, becoming a father to the child that Rye never knew and giving her a reason to live again. But who could foretell that a wind-roughened sailor with sun-bleached hair would come back into their lives? That Laura’s heart could betray her soul? That Rye would come home again…

A beautiful, moving story, with places and people so rich in detail, so real, they will live in the heart forever. With her sky-blue eyes, big dreams and strong will, feisty tomboy Emily was engaged to a man whose touch left her aching for something more. Tom, the new man in town, was a handsome and infuriating devil who challenged Emily''s heart''s destiny. Whenever they met, sparks flew, until he showed her how true passion could feel with a single, stolen kiss. Only then did they both realize the importance of taking vows with someone you truly love.

This title has been removed from sale by Penguin Group, USA.

As World War I threatens to take those she holds dear, a lovely schoolteacher grows to womanhood in the arms of a man who''d given up on love.

New York Times bestselling author LaVyrle Spencer offers a story about falling in love, and finding the courage to follow your dreams… Lee Walker knows it won’t be easy to start a new life in a new city. But she is on a mission: to prove to everyone, and to herself, that she can make it here, working in the masculine world of the construction industry. When contracting rival Sam Brown offers her a job, Lee is stunned and a little wary. Sam’s motives seem honorable enough, even if he doesn’t see her in a strictly professional light. In fact, Sam sees her as the woman she’s always hoped to be—smart, capable, warm, funny and sexy. Before she knows it, Lee is falling head over heels for her boss. But part of her is sure that telling Sam about her past would have him backing away, fast. Now she must choose between protecting her bruised and battered heart—or trusting it to a man whose quiet strength just might heal it…

Forgiving: When Sarah Merritt arrives in Deadwood in 1876, she plans to find her sister Addie and use her sister''s printing press to start a newspaper--Novelist.

This title has been removed from sale by Penguin Group, USA.

When a high society \"good girl\" falls for a servant, she must find a way to make a stand for the man she loves-and defy the society in which she lives.

LaVyrle Spencer is a master storyteller havi ng been New York Times bestselling author on 12 occasions. T he Hellion is a tender love story of reunited lovers. ''

Bestselling author LaVyrle Spencer presents one of her most beloved stories—about a woman who must look past the surface to see true beauty within… Allison Scott has her mind on her career. As an up-and-coming photographer, she has neither the time nor the inclination for an affair—especially since her last attempt at love with a handsome model shattered her dreams of rising to the top with a partner by her side. Now, Allison is determined to stay detached from the beautiful men she must photograph every day. But Rick Lang, who only models to pay the bills, can see through Allison’s aloofness to the aching heart beneath. And while it’s clear that Allison isn’t about to let him in without a fight, Rick knows that he’s the right man to be trusted with the gift of her love…

When a fiercely independent young woman returns with her three daughters to her hometown of Camden, Maine, after divorcing her philandering husband, she finds a less-than-hospitable welcome. But she''s about to show an entire town what one good woman can do.

A story of honesty and humor for anyone who has ever lived and loved from New York Times bestselling author LaVyrle Spencer. Agatha was the picture of primness and propriety, but her green eyes could blaze with anger—or sparkle with humor. Scott was the picture of lazy charm and happy indifference to what others thought was right and wrong. They were enemies, then friends. Then the sweet innocence of a child opened their eyes and their hearts—and they were reborn in each other’s arms by the soft, wondrous gift of love.

Rachel Hollis is heartbroken at the death of her husband-but her heart is thrown into further turmoil when Tommy Lee Gentry shows up at the funeral. After all these years, will the wealthy bad boy be able to persuade smart, sophisticated Rachel to rekindle their dangerous romance?

Updated to reflect the most recent Graduate Management Admission Tests in the com-puter-adaptive format, the manual presents a diagnostic test and five full-length practice exams, all with questions answered and explained. Subject review sections concentrate on essay writing, reading comprehension, sentence correction, and critical reasoning in math. The optional CD-ROM simulates test-taking conditions, presenting a computer-adaptive exam and automatically scoring the test-taker''s results.

Ever since Theresa Brubaker had hit adolescence, everyone she met focused on her newly voluptuous body. The unwanted attention made her painfully self-conscious, introverted and shy. Then, one Christmas, her brother arrived home for the holidays with an army buddy. Brian Scanlon was different; he looked at her eyes, not her chest, and he seemed truly interested in her. With his gentle attention, he brought Theresa out of her shell. She felt alive for the first time in years. But soon Theresa faced a decision that could free her forever…and tear them apart.

Lee Reston tiene cuarenta y cinco anos. Su hijo mayor, Greg, es policia en la pequena ciudad donde viven.Una soleada manana, Greg es atropellado cuando conduce su motocicleta y pierde la vida. El dolor no es algo nuevo para Lee: ha perdido antes a otro hijo y a su marido. Desesperada, se refugia en Christopher Lallek, companero y mejor amigo de Greg. Chris, un ser solitario criado en un hogar desavenido, a su vez se encarina con Lee y el vinculo entre el joven y la mujer madura florece de amistad en romance.Sin embargo, Chris y Lee deberan enfrentar la incomprension y las criticas: el conflicto entre los lazos familiares y lo que parece ser un amor profundo y verdadero.El talento y la fuerza narrativa de LaVyrle Spencer resplandecen en Permiso para amar, una novela que nos impacta directamente en el corazon.