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Grandma BB, the unofficial matriarch of the Jamieson clan, is getting her house in order for the perfect homegoing celebration. After all, she's eighty-something.She summons Parke Jamieson VI, his brothers, cousins, and their families to play a part in the practice funeral program-only if they follow her instructions to the letter.Since the Jamiesons are at her house with bodyguards Chip and Dale, they might have an impromptu family game night.The evening is full of surprises, especially when an unexpected visitor shows up to steal the show. With more work that needs to be done, Grandma BB plans to put her funeral on hold and stick around for a couple more generations.

New Christian convert Tally Gilbert knows the power of prayer. She's witnessed family and friends' healing, salvation, and deliverance. There's one holdout, and he's at the top of her prayer list. Ex-boyfriend Randall Addams won't surrender to the Lord.After a haunting nightmare, the Lord gave Tally His ultimatum: live the carefree lifestyle of the world or turn to Jesus, who could give her exceedingly abundantly above all she could ask or think.What will it take for Randall to turn to God, or will he be forever lost?Don't underestimate a woman who knows how to pray, has backup, and believes "The Word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing the soul from the spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart." Hebrews 4:12.If the devil wants a battle, he picks the wrong woman to fight.

Pat Simmons introduces a new Christian fiction series that reminds readers that the bad guys don't always win, especially when the Lord fights our battles.Omega Addams thought it was a typical work day until a detour on the way home changes everything. She's almost killed, but an innocent bystander, Mitchell Franklin, takes a bullet for Omega during a gas station robbery.In the aftermath, Omega has no idea that God expects her to "pray it forward" until a spiritual battle unfolds before her eyes. Another innocent bystander is in trouble; unless Omega gets her prayer life together, others will die without Christ. It's a chain reaction that highlights the responsibility of a Christian--hot, cold, or lukewarm. It's time to get our acts together. We are our brother's keeper.

Emotional, poignant women's fiction from acclaimed inspirational romance author Pat Simmons featuring a hero and heroine who are better at taking care of other people than themselves, a dark moment that shakes their faith, and a profoundly satisfying happy ending.Caregivers sometimes need a little TLC too.Rachel Knicely's life has been on hold for six months while she takes care of her great aunt, who has Alzheimer's. Putting her aunt first was an easy decision¿accepting that Aunt Tweet is nearing the end of her battle is far more difficult.Nicholas Adams's ministry is bringing comfort to those who are sick and homebound. He responds to a request for help for an ailing woman but when he meets the Knicelys, he realizes Rachel is the one who needs support the most. Nicholas is charmed by and attracted to Rachel, but then devastating news brings both a crisis of faith and roadblocks to their budding relationship that neither could have anticipated.Fans of Christian romance and inspirational stories will love this clean and wholesome romance exploring the challenges of family¿and the rewards¿when you open your heart to faith, hope, and love¿Praise for Lean On Me, Book 1 in the Family Is Forever series:"As wonderful as a warm embrace¿ Simmons's cleverly crafted characters slip into your heart from the first page."¿Tina DeSalvo, bestselling author"Romantic, romantic, romantic¿a great read, romance, and story of family."¿Lyn Cote, USA Today bestselling author"Reading a Pat Simmons novel is a treat. I loved this book."¿Vanessa Riley, bestselling author"The heartwarming bonds of family and friendship¿[are] sure to tug at readers' heartstrings."¿Publishers Weekly

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