Book Title: Trouble in Store – by Carol Cox
ISBN: 9780764209567
Release Date: June 1, 2013
Bethany House Publishers
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| Looking forward to reading this new novel by Carol Cox! |
Book Summary:
Fired from her most recent governess position, Melanie Ross must embrace her last resort: the Arizona mercantile she inherited from her cousin. But Caleb Nelson is positive he inherited the mercantile, and he’s not about to let some obstinate woman with newfangled ideas mess up all he’s worked for. He’s determined to get Melanie married off as soon as possible, and luckily there are plenty of single men in town quite interested in taking her off his hands.
The problem is, Caleb soon realizes he doesn’t want her to marry up with any of them. He’s drawn to Melanie more every day, and he has to admit some of her ideas for the store unexpectedly offer positive results.
But someone doesn’t want the store to succeed, and what used to be just threatening words has escalated into deliberate destruction and lurkers in the night. When a body shows up on the mercantile steps–and the man obviously didn’t die from natural causes–things really get dangerous. Can Melanie and Caleb’s business–and romance–survive the trouble that’s about to come their way?
About the Author:
Native Arizonan Carol Cox has an abiding love for history,
mystery, and romance. The author of more than 25 books, she believes in
the power of story to convey spiritual truths. A pastor's wife and
homeschooling mom, she makes her home with her husband and daughter in a
remote spot in northern Arizona, where the deer and the antelope really
do play--within view of the family's front porch. Learn more at
www.authorcarolcox.com.
Book Info & Sample Chapter:
Can be found at http://authorcarolcox.com/books/historical-novels/
Music Box playing Liszt's Liebestraum
Summary:In TROUBLE IN STORE, author Carol Cox’s latest novel, out-of-work governess Melanie Ross is forced to pursue her last resort: a dusty Arizona mercantile she inherited from her cousin. But local shopkeeper Caleb Nelson is positive he inherited the mercantile, and he’s not about to let some obstinate woman with newfangled ideas take over. His solution? Marry her off–to someone else–as soon as possible! Then a sinister force brings mystery and murder to their doorstep, and this unlikely pair must band together to survive the trouble in store.
To celebrate the story, author Carol Cox and Bethany House Publishers are pleased to announce the MERCANTILE MYSTERY SWEEPSTAKES, and your chance to win one of three marvelous prizes!
Timeframe & Notifications:
This giveaway starts June 3, 2013 and ends June 20, 2013 @ 11:59 pm (PST). Winners will be selected Friday, June 21, 2013, and announced right here on the site.
GRAND PRIZE:
BLUSH & ROSES CHINA SET
Melanie causes all kinds of trouble in Caleb’s rough-edged
mercantile, especially when she stocks the shelves with expensive,
blush-colored china, rather than the usual tools and farm supplies!Our Grand Prize winner will receive their very own set of Melanie’s fancy china: a vintage, Royal Standard cup and saucer set, service for four.
SECOND PRIZE:
MUSIC & MYSTERY PRIZE BOX
In Trouble in Store, the mystery of a beautiful music box causes sparks to fly between Caleb and Melanie.Our Second Prize winner will have the chance to win an elegant music box, just like the one in the story. This hand-made Italian music box is made of inlaid layers of walnut and rosewood, and plays Melanie’s favorite tune, “Liebestraum”.
THIRD PRIZE:
COFFEE WITH CALEB GIFT PACK
The townspeople of Cedar Ridge come to
Ross-Nelson mercantile for supplies, advice, news, and best of all,
fresh-ground coffee! Caleb grinds Arbuckles coffee beans as a service
for his regular customers.
Our Third Prize winner can enjoy their very own, 1880′s hand-ground
coffee, with this antique grinder, Arbuckles coffee, and a pair of
Cowboy and Cowgirl mugs.
How to Enter:
Go to http://authorcarolcox.com/giveaways/ and completed the entry box, anytime between June 3 and June 20.
Go to http://authorcarolcox.com/giveaways/ and completed the entry box, anytime between June 3 and June 20.
Oh, me too, Kathleen! I just love Carols's book covers and what's inside sounds even better :)
ReplyDeleteYAY! Thank you so much for sharing about the sweepstakes, Kathleen. Including the Liebestraum video was such a cool, creative thing to do! I really appreciate this post, and hope you and your readers enjoy the giveaway. Have a wonderful day.
ReplyDelete:)Kelli
Kathleen, thanks SO much for posting about the book and the giveaway! Those prizes are gorgeous, and I'd enter it myself if I could.
ReplyDeleteThat Liebestraum video makes me sigh. That's the music I was listening to while writing many of the scenes in the book. What fun to find it here! : )