Rosemont

Forensic accountant Maggie Martin survives the sudden death of her husband, the charismatic President of Windsor College, only to uncover the secrets of his carefully-concealed double life. Dealing with the financial and emotional wreckage left in Paul's wake, she is stunned to learn he inherited an estate known as Rosemont in the seemingly serene Midwestern town of Westbury. Why had he never told her?Maggie travels to Westbury for the stated purpose of listing Rosemont for immediate sale, but what she really seeks are answers to her all consuming questions about her sham of a marriage; her sham of a life. She never anticipated the seductive charm of Rosemont. Throwing her trademark caution to the wind, and over the objections of her opinionated grown children, she pulls up stakes and moves halfway across the country, determined to make a fresh start in Westbury. Behind closed doors, however, lurks a cadre of evildoers, playing with multiple wild cards of fraud, embezzlement and arson.With a quiet, orderly -- and distinctively solitary -- life in mind, Maggie is instead thrown headlong into a crusade against political corruption, where defeat and retreat are not an option. Still bearing the scars of betrayal, will she find joy, romance and possibility in Westbury?This fast-paced, smart novel has enough twists and turns to make the reader want to buckle in! Coming to Rosemont is the first book in the Rosemont series.

Barbara Hinske's beloved Rosemont saga continues, with secrets in the shadows and love in the air. A fun, fast read to lose yourself in over a weekend or on vacation.Maggie Martin's plans to start a serene new life have been derailed. As the beleaguered mayor of Westbury, she's at the epicenter of the town's worsening financial crisis. The looming foreclosure of its senior center followed by a suspicious death have fueled a barrage of public criticism all pointed her way. And she may have unwittingly invited a traitor into her inner circle. Throw in a lovelorn daughter, an attic full of surprises-at least one of which is most unwelcome, too many guests for Thanksgiving dinner, and an uncertain relationship with her favorite veterinarian, and Maggie has her hands full.Her nemesis on the town council, wealthy businessman Frank Haynes, is up to what he does best-no good. He's poking around in her late husband's shady past to unearth whatever he can find that will help him gain the upper hand over Maggie. But his new assistant from Scottsdale may have her own tricks up her sleeve. With trouble all around, will the winds of change blow favorably or foul for Maggie?Curl up and travel to the enchanting world of Rosemont and its irrepressible owner.

This third book in the beloved Rosemont series (but easily read as a stand-alone) finds Mayor Maggie Martin knee-deep in the financial problems facing Westbury. With a stagnant investigation into the fraud and embezzlement that brought the town to the brink of bankruptcy, Maggie needs results-now. The bad guys, however, are always one step ahead, with bribes and blackmail at their disposal.Her late husband's mistress also has an ace to play against Frank Haynes and his cronies. But the woman's plan for revenge may be derailed by her daughter's sudden illness. Will Haynes slip through the net once again?Meanwhile, Maggie is busy planning her wedding as Roman forms an unlikely alliance with a litter of kittens. And Rosemont's attic gives up its secrets; some welcome, some not. While Maggie delights in a newly discovered collection of vintage silver, Frank Haynes is on a mission to establish his claim to Rosemont. Surprisingly, his cold heart may not be impervious after all.Dive in as Maggie seeks her silver lining.

How much would you sacrifice to save the life of a child?In the fourth novel of best-selling author Barbara Hinske's beloved Rosemont series, Maggie Martin faces her biggest challenges when her future at Rosemont and the life of someone dear to her are at stake.Fighting to eradicate the corruption in Westbury has left Mayor Maggie Martin drained. A sweet respite in Cornwall, England, with her new husband is exactly what she needs. Their flight hasn't left the tarmac, however, before another betrayal by her late husband Paul Martin comes to light. His lies turned their life together into an illusion, but this new revelation could put the lives of her children in jeopardy.While Maggie weighs the option of telling them about their father's deceit, her nemesis Frank Haynes is getting closer to uncovering the truth. Though his goal of claiming Maggie's coveted Rosemont estate is clearly in sight, a potential for love has him contemplating whether he should release his lifelong dream.Can both Frank Haynes and Maggie Martin find happiness? Or will the enigmatic Haynes use Paul Martin's lies to ruin her?

The state's case against Chuck Delgado is foundering as things heat up and turn deadly in Westbury. Frank Haynes and Loretta Nash each possess the proof to put Delgado away for good, but coming forward could destroy their relationship. Will they put self-interest aside to do the right thing?Susan Martin begins her new life as Mrs. Aaron Scanlon, only to find that more changes are on the horizon, and David Wheeler uncovers secrets about his friend's and his father's pasts that turn his world upside down.As Maggie Martin rediscovers an old love, will she be able to overcome her past and venture into the life she truly desires?Return to best-selling author Barbara Hinske's world of Rosemont as the people of Westbury seek their happy ending.

The gripping sixth book in the bestselling Rosemont series reveals family secrets at every turn and intrigue in the stacks … Maggie Martin loves her new job as president of Highpointe College-until she receives a call from librarian Sunday Sloan. Do the dusty shelves of Highpointe's rare book collection conceal their own deadly secrets?Meanwhile, Josh Newlon, Maggie's administrative assistant, receives devastating news about his father. It turns out that his adoptive parents haven't been completely honest with him. As Josh unpeels the layers of his past, he meets an equally wounded Sunday, and the two quickly form a bond. But danger lurking in the library could destroy their chance at happiness.On the other side of town, Frank Haynes is struggling under the pressure of 3,000 hours of community service and a growing fear that his criminal past is hurting his new family. Frank isn't the only one with his hands full. With a colicky baby, a husband working long hours, and an itch to get back to her law practice, Susan Scanlon also needs some help.Will the warmhearted folk of Westbury come to their aid? Continue the journey in the next installment of the beloved Rosemont series.

This seventh novel in the beloved Rosemont series finds Maggie Martin knee deep in intrigue. The theft of rare books from Highpointe's collection, plus an attempted murder and a fatal accident in its library, are front-page news. Her board of trustees is looking for answers-and a scapegoat. Can she avoid being their target?Sunday Sloan and Josh Newlon's love blossoms until the unexpected derails their happiness. Meanwhile, Cambridge University's rare book librarian travels to Westbury on business and ends up unraveling his own personal secrets.A jeweled brooch discovered in Westbury Animal Hospital's lost and found causes a decades-old cold case to be reopened. Will it also allow David Wheeler to pursue his dreams?Settle in as Maggie and the kind people of Westbury tackle every challenge.

Judy Young is the successful bidder at auction for the Olsson House-a Victorian mansion that's filled her imagination for more than five decades. She quickly realizes her emotions got the better of her and she's made a big financial mistake. The historic home is in complete disrepair-a classic money pit.A box of hand-carved ornaments discovered in the attic sends her on a quest to return them to the boy they were made for long ago. What she soon learns is that the hidden treasures hold the key to her heart and an unexpected path home.

Maggie and John are leaf-peeping in Connecticut on their long-overdue vacation. When a forest fire engulfs the region, they swing into action to rescue animals, forging human bonds in the process that continue far beyond this tragedy.Back in Westbury, Maggie faces a firestorm of her own. Vindictive social media posts about her late husband's shady past threaten her reputation. Will her forceful response merely ruffle feathers or upend her career?Gordon Mortimer returns to Westbury to finish appraising Rosemont's treasures. Meeting Anita Archer, owner of the local bridal boutique, to view her vintage sewing machine collection sparks an attraction beyond their shared interest in antiques.Waves of Grace is a captivating tale of resilience, love, and the power of compassion: women's fiction at its best.