Shaen Layle

A Gift in Time is book 1 in Guideposts' Gift Shop Mysteries fiction series.It's opening day of Sarah Morgan's gifts and curiosities shop, Heavenly Treasures. Not only are her family and friends there to support her new business, but a local television crew is on-site to interview her. Sarah decides her latest acquisition, an antique music box that supposedly belonged to Thomas Edison, is the perfect item to show off on television. They've only heard a few notes in the strange melody when an onlooker claims her great-grandmother used to play that same tune on the piano but was secretive about its origins.When Sarah discovers a hidden drawer on the box that requires a key to open, she is determined to unlock the box's secrets.Meanwhile, someone in the Port Huron community is also determined...to see Sarah's business fail.Can Sarah find out who is behind the troublemaking, or will she be forced to close the doors on her dream forever?About the Gift Shop Mysteries Series Every gift tells a story...and some bring mysteries Get ready for a faith-filled mystery like no other The excitement begins when Sarah Morgan returns to her picturesque hometown along the shore of Lake Huron to open a gift and curiosities shop, which she calls Heavenly Treasures. As she reconnects with family and friends and grows in her faith, Sarah feels her shop becoming more than just a place to browse or buy. It's turning into a cozy haven, where tucked among the handmade keepsakes and one-of-a-kind wonders are clues to long-buried secrets and surprising truths. Sarah soon discovers that solving small-town mysteries might just be the most meaningful gift she can offer. Why You'll Love the Gift Shop Mysteries Series If you're looking for a mystery series that's equal parts heartwarming and intriguing, Gift Shop Mysteries is your perfect next read. Set in a charming lakeside town with a faith-filled shop owner as your guide, each book offers: Captivating mysteries that keep you guessing--but never keep you up at night A cast of relatable, endearing characters who feel like old friends A cozy, small-town atmosphere you'll want to escape to again and again Faith-filled encouragement and hope, gently woven through every story Themes of redemption, reconnection, and second chances--with God, family, and community Plus, each book includes delightful extras: A recipe inspired by the story A personal letter from the author "Behind the Counter" insights into the real-life history or inspiration Book club-ready discussion questions Whether you're drawn to uplifting mysteries, enjoy uncovering meaningful secrets, or simply want a soul-soothing read with depth, heart, and a touch of suspense--this series was made for you.

On The Right Track is the eighth book in the Mysteries of Cobble Hill Farm Series. Harriet Bailey gets a wonderful surprise when Ashley Fiske, her friend from the States, brings her young son, Trevor, to White Church Bay for a visit. Harriet cannot wait to share the village's charms with her friend, but she never predicted they would end up solving a mystery together An unpublished manuscript by a famous British children's author named Adelaide Evergreen has turned up in Harriet's aunt Jinny's cottage. The book claims to tell the truth behind an infamous and mysterious railway crash that happened in White Church Bay in 1917, on the fringes of the Great War. As Harriet delves deeper into the mystery, it's difficult to tell where literary license ends, and reality begins. And when it is revealed that Harriet's relative may have had a hand in causing the train tragedy, the stakes become personal. Will she find the truth at the end of the line? Mysteries of Cobble Hill Farm brings you everything you want in a great cozy mystery: page-turning plots, hidden secrets from the past, faith-filled characters, clean, wholesome stories, and the heartwarming, fun antics of animals with a knack for sniffing out--and digging up--clues When veterinarian Harriet Bailey's grandfather passes away, she accepts his bequest and follows her heart--with God's gentle guidance--across the ocean to the charming town of White Church Bay in Yorkshire, England. Old Doc Bailey left Harriet not only a sprawling historic estate but also the Cobble Hill Farm Vet Clinic in the hope that she would continue his legacy. You'll be captivated, just like Harriet, as she takes long walks along country paths, marvels at the gardens surrounding each cottage, and wanders through the ruins of old stone castles. Through the caring locals she meets and the precious animals in her care, she confirms that she is right where she belongs--especially when people and pets alike bring her mysteries from today and yesterday to solve