Free Books (Kindle) - Author Angela Hunt

Birthday surprise!

It's Angela Hunt's birthday, but you get the presents! Afton of Margate Castle, Roanoke, Then Comes Marriage and The Case of the Mystery Mark are all FREE on Kindle today!

These were all originally released in paperback by Christian publishers such as Tyndale House and Zondervan. 15 years ago, but are long long out of print. The first two ran about 500 pages in print, while the last two were much shorter, at about 144 pages. The Case of the Mystery Mark is a title for younger readers (as is the series).

Afton of Margate Castle (Theyn Chronicles #1)
Beautiful, headstrong Afton is taken from her parents at an early age and raised in the castle, a companion to the earl’s daughter. Schooled in the ways of kings and surrounded by splendor, Afton falls in love with the earl’s son, brave, Calhoun, her childhood protector.

But Calhoun’s mother, the Lady Endeline, has much different plans for him than marriage to a villein’s daughter. Suddenly Afton’s world is torn viciously apart. She is cast out of the castle, given to a man she fears and despises as a reward for his loyalty—an all too clear reminder that, for all her dreams, she is nothing but a villein.

Now all she has left is a burning desire for vengeance . . .

Roanoke: The Lost Colony (Keepers of the Ring #1)
In 1587, a fleet of English ships set sail for the Virginia colony. During a storm, one ship became separated from the others and was never seen again. The settlers on board were presumed lost at sea, but there is both historical and legendary evidence that the colonists actually founded the Roanoke colony.

Veteran novelist Hunt ("Theyn Chronicles") reimagines this slice of Colonial history through the eyes of Jocelyn White, a newlywed reluctant to leave her home in England for the wild shores of the New World. White's journey is fraught with danger, but her dependence on God and God's providence carry her safely through. Hunt's engaging historical romance will appeal to fans of B.J. Hoff and Patricia Hickman. Recommended for most collections.

Then Comes Marrisge (novella)
This humorous novella looks at a young couple who reaches their first anniversary to discover that marriage is not what they anticipated. They are forced to take a close and sobering look at their own behavior, at their marriage--and what marriage is really all about. A light-hearted AND serious look at the roller coaster ride of marriage.

The Case of the Mystery Mark (Nicki Holland Mysteries #1)
Strange things are happening at Pine Grove Middle School. Ever since the new girl came to Pine Grove Middle School, Nicki Holland and her friends have witnessed vandalism, dog-napping, stolen papers, and threatening notes. Is there a connection? Nicki and her friends want to find out before something terrible happens to one of them!

Today Only: Save $20 with MasterCard (again!)

This offer is not limited to those with Kindle with Special Offers, but is open to anyone with a Mastercard (but ends at midnight tonight, Pacific Time, US).

Save $10 when you spend $100 with your MasterCard® card at Amazon.com. Plus, get an additional $10 discount on a future purchase.

When you click thru the link above, you'll see a group discount code. Use this promo code during checkout, AFTER you set your payment method to any Mastercard; you must use the full checkout process in order to enter your promotional code (no one-clicking). Also, like all Amazon sales that use promotional codes, if you have a gift card balance, you must use it for the payment - if you have more than a $100 balance, you may need to call and have your gift balance frozen while you enter the order; if you have less, whatever is there is used up first (so, you could put, say $89 on your Visa and apply it to your account as a gift card, then pay the remainder using your Mastercard).

You can use this one on any physical products sold by Amazon.com. You can't use it to buy gift cards, on any type of digital download or use it with one-click purchases (you must go thru the checkout process in order to enter the code) or on third-party merchants. You do not have to restrict yourself to the toys or other items shown at the bottom of the page. So, if you have some Holiday shopping to do, you might want to gather up several items into one order (and get free shipping, too) and use the code to get $10 off now and $10 off another order, later on.

This is a repeat of the last Mastercard Day and looks to have the same rules, so you know how it works, by now.

Free Book (noDRM) - Bodywork

Bodywork ($2.99 Kindle),by Marie Harte, is today's free holiday gift at AllRomance. This full length novel is a four on the heat level at ARe.

Book Description
Their first meeting could have been better. He ran into her and her hot coffee, and raced off with a burn and a snarl.

Their second meeting should have been better. He lay naked, face down on her massage table while she stared at him in horror. Being sexually attracted to Mr. Tall, Dark and Rude hadn't been on her agenda. She just wants him out of her massage clinic before he recognizes her or she says something obnoxious before jumping that sexy body. Not professional. Not at all.

But when Shelby Vanzant and Shane Collins meet again, the third time's the charm. Shane has found his match, a sexy, intelligent woman he can't stop thinking about. Shelby is scared, because she might grow to like this guy. The last guy she liked dumped her for someone hotter. She's willing to take a chance--maybe--if her flamboyant mother, Shane's macho best friend and his Casanova of a younger brother don't screw things up. With fate on their side, they might both have a shot at a love they'd stopped looking for.

Get the free ebook from from AllRomance. It's DRM-free, so you can download the Mobi edition for your Kindle. If you want more than one format, just repurchase, as downloading locks in a format.

Free Book (Kindle) - Abandon Changes

Update: 12/20/11 Now free in the US Kindle store.

Abandon Changes (US/UK), by John M. Cusick, is free to pre-order for UK customers in the Kindle store (it should be free for US customers in the Kindle store by morning). This short story is set in the same world as his debut novel Girl Parts (US/UK) and includes a sneak peek at the first few chapters.

Book Description
Rei’s a runner—fast, smart, doesn’t ask questions, and keeps her mouth shut about the errands she runs. She doesn’t know what’s in the packages she delivers and she doesn’t care. It’s simpler that way. But Rei’s soon-to-be-ex, Sam, has gotten under her skin, and she’s started thinking about the effects of her errands. Can Rei be close to someone and do her job—and can she make a choice before it’s too late?

Free Book (Kindle/nook/EPUB) - The Whole Bible Story

Update: 12/21/11 No longer free in most stores, this one is now free on Sony - it likely will only last for today (eastern US time).
Update: 12/20/11 Now free from ChristianBook.
Update: 12/20/11 Now free in the US Kindle store.

The Whole Bible Story: Everything That Happens in the Bible in Plain English (US/UK), by Dr. William H. Marty, is free for UK customers in the Kindle store and from Barnes & Noble, courtesy of Christian publisher Bethany House. It should be free for US customers in the Kindle store by morning.

Book Description
Sometimes readers just want to know what happens next. Dr. William Marty presents the entire narrative of the Bible in chronological order from creation to the New Testament Church. The action moves smoothly from story to story without slowing down for law, poetry, prophecy, or instruction. The Whole Bible Story is perfect for new Christians looking to understand the overall flow of the Bible or seasoned believers wanting a refresher course. It can be read straight through or used as a reference tool for better understanding of specific biblical events.

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