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| Rock and roll may never die, but the King is definitely dead . . . again. In this smart and suspenseful sequel to Hazardous Duty, crime-scene cleaner Gabby St. Claire finds herself stuck doing mold remediation to pay the bills. But her first day on the job, she uncovers a surprise in a crawl space of a dilapidated home: Elvis, dead as a doornail and still wearing his blue suede shoes. How could she possibly keep her nose out of a case like this? Elvis turns out to be Darnell Evans, a down-on-his-luck impersonator whose luck just got a lot worse. When his widow begs her to help, Gabby takes on the case of who-killed-the-King. In the meantime, her would-be rival, Chad Davis, is turning into one hunka hunka burnin' love and starting to dish out some serious TLC, which is the last thing Gabby needs right now. Realizing the futility of running from God and from her responsibilities, Gabby decides to reconsider her priorities. But when the ersatz Elvis's killer catches on to her investigation, will she survive long enough to be able to? |
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Hazardous Duty
Hazardous Duty
Kregel Publishers
Buying
a gun to kill your wife: $3,000
Hiring Trauma Care to clean afterward: $1,500
Having that same cleaner uncover evidence that frames you: priceless
On her way to completing a degree in forensic science, Gabby St. Claire drops out of school and starts her own crime scene cleaning business. “Yeah, that’s me,” she says, “a crime scene cleaner. People waiting in line behind me who strike up conversations always regret it.”
When a routine cleaning job leads her to find a murder weapon the police overlooked, she realizes that the wrong person is in jail. But the owner of the weapon is a powerful foe . . . and willing to do anything to keep Gabby quiet.
With the help of her new neighbor, Riley Thomas, a man whose life and faith fascinate her, Gabby plays the detective to make sure the right person is put behind bars. Can Riley help her before another murder occurs?
“Christy Barritt’s novel,
Hazardous Duty, is a delightful read from beginning to end. The
story’s fresh, engaging heroine with an unusual occupation
hooked me, and I couldn’t put it down. I highly recommend
Hazardous Duty.”
—Colleen Coble
Author of Fire Dancer, book one of the Fire Jumpers Series
"With Gabby St. Claire, Christy Barritt has created
a fun sleuth in a unique profession. Hazardous Duty provides both
humor and an engaging mystery. The twists and turns of the whodunit
are matched only by the surprises of Gabby's spiritual growth and
romantic entanglements."
Sharon Dunn Author of the Ruby Taylor mysteries including Cow Crimes and Mustang Menace.
Cow Crimes and the Mustang Menace
"Christy Barritt is a bright new voice on the fiction scene, destined to rise above the others with her fun, intriguing mysteries. . . . Stay tuned and watch for more from this gifted, talented author..You'll love it."
Cheryl Wolverton Multi-published author Award Winner, The Choice of Readers (IRCC Winner)
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"The next time you're tempted to watch CSI reruns, read this book instead! Spunky, sassy Gabby St. Claire sparkles in this new series. She'll keep you turning the pages." Siri Mitchell author of The Cubicle Next Door
Siri
L. Mitchell Author of The Cubicle Next Dooror
Changed: True Stories of Finding God Through Christian Music
Standard Publishing
Powerful music.
Powerful transformation.
How many times has it happened to you? You need a distraction from the here and now, so you hit a button on the radio or your MP3 player. Then a song strikes you—the beat, the lyrics, the voice of the singer. Something just changes your mood, your outlook, your actions—you. Millions of people listen to Christian music, and many have experienced incredible transformations through its influence.
Changed is a collection of true stories from real people—people like you—who have experienced God’s power in their lives through listening to Christian music.
Changed includes stories from people who have been transformed through the influence of the music of artists including:
-Amy Grant
-Andrae Crouch
-Audio Adrenaline
-Caedmon’s Call
-Rich Mullins
-Mercy Me
-Bill and Gloria Gaither
Changed turns the spotlight on a new dimension of the power of Christian music.
America House
It was supposed to be a relaxing trip for novelist Morgan Blake. Lazy days at a mountainside bed and breakfast in the small town of Perfect, working on her novel, trying to forget about Tyler Carson, a man she can't afford to love. But when she's involved in a hit-and-run accident--she's hit a man and he's run away--her plans are put on hold. The man she h it s imply mouthed one word to her--"Help." Now it's her goals to give him that help.
Gavin Antoine is the town's charming mayor and he would like to help Morgan forget about Tyler. Morgan's tempted to take him up on his offer. But as she's drawn deeper into uncovering what happened to the man she's h it, she's not sure whom she can trust. One thing's for sure: Morgan won't rest until she finds some answers. And someone else won't rest until Morgan is right where they want her.
The Waiting (written under the pen name of Charlize Nichols)
MountainView Publishing
Entertainment reporter Olivia Montgomery is a self-proclaimed physical fitness failure and junk food junkie. When she's given the assignment to go on the "40 Days to Good Health" plan she dreads it. The plan's creator, fitness guru Tyson Bailey, is a national heartthrob. Olivia has worked with enough "heartthrobs" to already have him figured out--all muscles and no brains.
Tyson is focused on his career. Thousands of people lose wei ght and keep it off with his nutrition and exercise program. His schedule leaves him no time for romance. But when he meets zany and unpredictable Olivia, he finds it harder to stay focused.
Then Olivia receives roses from a secret admirer. Most women would be thrilled, but she's terrified. A twisted admirer who put her in danger four years ago is back and ready to finisht what he started. As the threat becomes imminent, Olivia and Tyson will both have to let down their guard, trusting God and each other.
Books (contributor)
Standard Publishing
This compilation of 50 relevant, issue-oriented stories will meet teens' needs at various places in their spiritual journey. For teens.
Standard Publishing
Be Thou My Vision is a collection of devotions based on lyrics from popular Christian music.
101 Ways to Romance Your Marriage
Harvest House
Everyday romance, special nights out, and intimate interludes. These are what true, lasting love is made of. Debra White Smith, author of Romancing Your Husband (nearly 40,000 copies sold last year), offers couples insightful suggestions, "I love you because" ideas and "wow your spouse" dates, and romantic poems to spice up their relationships.
101 Ways to Romance Your Marriage helps husbands and wives create special moments that will keep their hearts entwined. From simple gestures, such as a lipstick-kissed napkin sprayed with perfume, to romantic weekends that start with a limo ride to a favorite restaurant, the fun and easy applications will add zest to their love life!
Marriage can be the exciting, satisfying experience God intended!
Jumbo Bible Word Games, Volumes 1 and 2
Barbour Publishing
Two collections of Bible-based word games--crossword puzzles, word searches, cryptograms, acrostics, scrambles, and more! Each 448-page book contains hundreds of activities, good for hours of edification and entertainment. Answers are included. It's perfect fun for ages twelve and up.
New Book Out!
"Changed" is out and available at your local Christian bookstore. Check out a copy and maybe your life will be "changed" through the stories about Christian music.
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I'd rather be a failure at something I love than a success at something I hate.
~George Burns
Pay no attention to what the critics say; no statue has ever been erected to a critic.
~Jean Sibelius
The writer who sits at her desk with an empty piece of paper staring back is like the explorer who stands at the edge of a new continent.
~James Michener
The beautiful part of writing is that you don't have to get it right the first time, unlike, say, a brain surgeon.
~Robert Cormier