Secrets of the Blue Hill Library
Mysterious things happen as a young widow transforms her great-aunt’s historic Victorian mansion into the new town library. As Anne Gibson seeks a new life for herself and her children and fulfill her aunt Edie’s final wishes, she discovers new insights into Edie’s fascinating past and God’s plan for her family’s future.
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A mysterious letter has arrived at the library, containing a counterfeit newspaper article which frames Anne and her friends for a crime that occurred the very night of their high school homecoming! As if the letter was not sufficiently worrying, the writer threatens to reveal information that could put Anne’s reputation—and job—at risk! Who is the blackmailer, and what does he or she want from Anne and her friends? Simultaneously, Anne must care for her children, Ben and Liddie, who are suffering from the effects of poison ivy. Will compassion and reason trump deceit and threats?
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While investigating the damage in the basement of the library after a storm, Anne and Alex discover a human skeleton buried with an arrowhead and Aunt Edie’s bow and arrow. Did Anne’s great-aunt play a role in the death of this mysterious figure? Meanwhile, Anne encourages Ben to participate in the local church’s father-son retreat, to Ben’s disquiet. Can she figure out a way to get Ben enthusiastic about the event with one of Aunt Edie’s beloved hobbies?
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When Anne and Wendy decide to host a used book sale to improve business at the library, they discover that someone has accidentally donated a first edition of a famous Edgar Allen Poe book! After Anne has the book appraised—with its value the equivalent of a small fortune—various members of the community begin approaching Anne claiming that the book belongs to them! Will the rightful owner ever be found? Meanwhile, Anne attempts to convince her son, Ben, to maintain an open mind about literature after he becomes obsessed with a particular series of children’s books. Simultaneously, she must also help Liddie, who appears to be taking a game between her friends too personally. Come to Blue Hill, where adventures are plentiful and every moment is memorable!
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Once again, the town of Blue Hill plays host to yet another intriguing mystery! Lucas’s car has been found found crashed into a tree, and he is absent from the vehicle. When Anne hesitantly agrees to investigate Lucas’s disappearance, she soon discovers that everything is not quite as it seems. Could the writer’s absence be related to a series of break-ins in Blue Hill? Meanwhile, when Ben and Liddie’s grandparents visit, they encourage Anne to begin dating again—a possibility that Ben is unwilling to come to terms with. Can Anne find a way to show everyone that family is the most important aspect of her life while simultaneously looking into Lucas’s disappearance?
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When Alex receives mysterious notices about an account in his sister’s name, he learns about an overdrawn account that his sister created before she died in a car accident. However, while the account was tied to an adoption agency called Heaven’s Child, someone is still actively using it and stealing money from the organization! Can Anne and Alex track down the thief and help Heaven’s Child to fulfill the wishes of Alex’s sister? Meanwhile, after a surprise notification from Indian missionaries, Anne learns that Aunt Edie had adopted a child of her own named Thomas Gee. Can Anne track down her lost relative and show the extent to which family can reach?
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When a big-box discount store demonstrates an interest in building a location in Blue Hill, landowners compete fiercely with one another to potentially make the most profit. However, land surveys are becoming sabotaged and even the land itself is being damaged! Is this just a consequence of the competition between landowners, or does someone dislike the idea of a corporation coming into the cozy town of Blue Hill? Meanwhile, when Wendy leads a protest against the store coming into town, Anne refuses to support her because the store could possibly benefit poorer families in the area. Will Anne and Wendy be able to come to an understanding, or will their relationship be compromised in an irreparable way?
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Anne, Wendy, and Maggie are excited to unveil Blue Hill’s time capsule, in addition to a statue of Lois Stover—the first female Pennsylvanian architect registered in the state, as well as Aunt Edie’s role model. However, when both the capsule and the statue disappear, everyone wonders how such a heist could have taken place! Could it be that jewels are actually hidden inside of the statue like rumors suggest? Ben’s new hobby, however, could lead Anne straight to the answers everyone seeks, in addition to the culprit behind the theft.
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When Nellie Brown and Betty Warring’s family heirloom—an antique dueling pistol dating back to the Civil War—goes missing, the siblings become hostile toward one another. Furthermore, the missing pistol may ruin an acquaintanceship that Anne, Ben, and Liddie began with an actor in the local Civil War reenactment. Can Anne find the heirloom before two friendships are sacrificed in vain?
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When Anne finds an engagement ring attached to a stray cat at the library, she becomes determined to find the ring’s owner. However, during Anne’s investigation, two attractive men demonstrate an interest in her; can Anne handle the prospect of falling in love, or is it just a phase? Meanwhile, Anne must prepare the library to host the wedding of one of her former writing students. Will it be completed in time for the special event, or will her conflicting interests interfere with her ability to fulfill her duties? Find out in this satisfying conclusion to the Secrets of the Blue Hill Library series, a cozy adventure full of romance, compassion, and family.
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When Anne finds a mysterious key in Aunt Edie’s belongings, she discovers that it belongs to a cubby in the local church; inside the compartment is a beautiful sapphire ring! Is the ring Edie’s, and if so, why is the reverend acting suspiciously when Anne questions him about it? As she investigates, she realizes that there is a significant amount of her great-aunt’s history that is still shrouded in mystery. Meanwhile, can Anne and her family save the church’s Christmas production when plans go awry? Read to find out in this stirring exploit from the beautiful town of Blue Hill!
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Anne has stumbled upon an incredible discovery from Aunt Edie’s private historical book collection: an antique map of Pennsylvania with evidence that it could have been used by Lewis and Clark! Is the map legitimate, and if so, how did Aunt Edie manage to come across such a valuable artifact? Meanwhile, Anne’s son, Ben, has been acting odd as of late; he leaves home for extended periods of time, but always immediately comes home when Anne calls him. What is he hiding? Find out in Shadows of the Past, the exciting second book in the Secrets of the Blue Hill Library series!
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When Anne learns of a new tax proposal that may be introduced, she is thrilled to hear that the new policy can open up more opportunities for her library. However, when children’s books are stolen from Anne’s library, it becomes apparent that someone doesn’t want the tax proposal to pass in the town council. Can Anne and her friends discover who is behind the mischief? Meanwhile, Ben starts spending more time with his new friend, Joey. But is there more to Joey than first meets the eye? Find out in Off the Shelf, another heartwarming tale from Blue Hill!