Kay Bratt

An American volunteer in a Chinese orphanage learns to pull from the hidden strength within her to improve conditions for the children. If you have ever wondered what day to day life is like in a Chinese orphanage, this will tell it. If you have ever wondered what it is like to love a child so deeply, even though they aren't yours, this will tell it. If you have ever wondered what it would be like to move to a different country, this will tell it.

A Journey of Hope in a Chinese Orphanage

Silent Tears

True to Me

Coming of age during China's Cultural Revolution, Benfu survived, and he and his wife Calli attempt to build a life in the turmoil and aftermath of Maoist China. After losing their only child, they take in abandoned girls - the unwanted "weeds" - as their own, lovingly caring for them as flowers in a garden.

The Scavenger's Daughters

In her first work of contemporary women's fiction, bestselling author Kay Bratt draws on her own life experiences to create a raw, yet inescapably warm, novel about friendship and a wary heart's unexpected capacity to love. A hungry, stray dog is the last thing Cara Butter needs. Stranded in Georgia with only her backpack and a few dwindling dollars, she already has too much baggage. Like her twin sister, Hana, who has broken Cara's heart one too many times. After a lifetime of family troubles, and bouncing from one foster home to another, Cara decides to leave it all behind and strike out alone-on foot. Cara sets off to Florida to see the home of her literary hero, Ernest Hemingway, accompanied only by Hemi, the stray dog who proves to be the perfect travel companion. But the harrowing trip takes unexpected turns as strangers become friends who make her question everything, and Cara finds that as the journey unfolds, so does her life-in ways she could never imagine.

Wish Me Home

In the small town of Hart's Ridge, danger is never far away, as Deputy Taylor Gray knows all too well. Even as she hopes for a respite after a recent wave of crime, a stranger arrives in town and threatens the safety of one of its residents. With her instincts honed by years of law enforcement experience, Taylor jumps into action to protect one of their own.But as Taylor works to uncover the truth behind the stranger's motives, her sister Jo faces a different kind of challenge. As a single mother who has always shouldered her problems alone, Jo is cautiously optimistic about the future as her family finally seems to be finding stability. But as secrets come to light and tensions rise in the town, she begins to wonder if her newfound hope will be short-lived.

Instant Karma

Hello Goodbye

Lucy Gray doesn't always start trouble, but it's sure to be there when she arrives. This time, when she runs from her hometown, she's determined to undo her biggest mistake yet and finally hits some good luck. But her sister, Taylor, has always told her that if it looks too good to be true, it probably is. This time, she might be right. Deputy Taylor Gray grew up wanting to solve crime, but she never dreamed of taking on a case that could change her family forever, either bringing them together in a healthier dynamic or shattering any hope of ever fixing the many fractures within. With this one, there's no other option-she will get to the truth. The Hart's Ridge series features Deputy Taylor Gray, a young woman carrying the world on her shoulders as she does her best to solve mysteries and piece her fractured family back together.

Lucy in the Sky

Hart's Ridge used to be such a quaint, peaceful little town but when Deputy Taylor stumbles upon a triple murder, she won't stop until she finds the ruthless killer.Working a murder case is hard enough but when she is also trying to navigate a new relationship, not lose her dog, and also keep her own family straight, Taylor realizes she may have taken on more than she can handle. Something has got to give.Deputy Taylor Gray is a young woman carrying the world on her shoulders as she does her best to solve mysteries (each inspired by a true crime), as well as fight to piece her fractured family back together. What will it take to convince her to step back and figure out what she needs?In my Life is book three of the new Hart's Ridge mystery series, written by Kay Bratt, million-copy best-selling author of Wish Me Home and True To Me.

In My Life

In Nobody Told Me, the sixth book in the Hart's Ridge small-town mystery series by Kay Bratt, Deputy Taylor Gray is called upon to investigate the sudden disappearance of a beloved young man. With time running out, she races against the clock to uncover the truth and bring him home safely. Meanwhile, Lucy Gray is determined to start anew, build a stable life for her son, and prove that she's not defined by her past. But as she sets out on a path of self-discovery, she realizes that the journey isn't as straightforward as she thought it would be. As the mystery unfolds, readers will be drawn into the tight-knit community of Hart's Ridge, where even the most seemingly perfect towns have their secrets. With Bratt's signature style of masterful storytelling, Nobody Told Me is a gripping tale of suspense and intrigue that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. If you're a fan of small-town mysteries with well-drawn characters and an engrossing plot, then you won't want to miss Nobody Told Me, the latest installment in the Hart's Ridge series. Nobody Told Me is book six of the new Hart's Ridge small-town mystery series, written by Kay Bratt, million-copy best-selling author of Wish Me Home and True to Me.

Nobody Told Me

Do you ever really know the person you're in love with? In the quaint small town of Hart's Ridge, Deputy Taylor Gray is about to find out. When her close friend goes missing, Taylor sets out on a mission to uncover the truth behind her disappearance. But the more she investigates, the more she realizes that even the most picture-perfect relationships can hide deep and dark secrets.Anna Chambers is living the all American life she's always dreamed of, but when things suddenly spiral out of control, she struggles to keep up the facade and piece things back together. But when the person who has loved her the longest offers to help, will she be able to accept it?Join Taylor Gray and Anna Chambers on a thrilling ride through the twists and turns of Borrowed Time, the fifth book in Kay Bratt's gripping small-town mystery series.Borrowed Timeis book four of the new Hart's Ridge mystery series, written by Kay Bratt, Million-Copy Best-Selling Author of Wish Me Home and the By the Sea series.

Borrowed Time

Starting Over

If Robyn Carr and Melinda Leigh had a book-baby, Hart's Ridge would be it. Join Kay Bratt in this small town mystery series with cases to solve, and a small-town deputy determined to do it. When five-year-old Molly walks into a gas station on the outskirts of town, alone and barely speaking, one sheriff's deputy is determined to reunite her with her missing mother.The mother of a young girl is missing. Time is of the essence and Deputy Gray plunges into the investigation, determined to find her and reunite mother and child. When the sheriff brings a familiar face in to take charge, things begin to unravel at a pace hard to keep up with, and what they find is every law enforcement officer's worst nightmare.Nestled gently in the Blue Ridge mountains, Hart's Ridge is a small and yet undiscovered quaint town. That is until you dig a little deeper and learn that no matter how perfect things look, every town has its secrets. Taylor Gray has lived there since she was a kid and has clawed her way out of poverty, foster care, and then the police academy to reach her dream of being in law enforcement.However, the townspeople aren't the only ones that she is committed to serve and protect. She's also the unofficial caretaker of her father and adult sisters, a family fractured by. Her role is heavy and rarely appreciated, but she'll stop at nothing to try to piece them back together one day.Hart's Ridge is a standalone novel and book one of the new Hart's Ridge mystery series, written by Kay Bratt, million-copy best-selling author of Wish Me Home and True To Me.

Book One

Hart's Ridge

Maggie Dalton was forced to uproot her entire life to protect herself and her son. Just when she thinks she's outrun her past, she'll have to face her fears in this emotional and suspenseful novel by the bestselling author of Wish Me Home. After a year on the move, single mom Maggie Dalton has found a safe haven with her son in Maui. It's the perfect spot to settle down now that her relentless stalker is finally behind bars. Maggie finds a new job and a new life thanks to some help from her best friend, Quinn, who urged her to come start over in paradise. But when signals suggest her stalker is back, Maggie realizes Maui might not be the safe oasis she thought. Quinn knows all about facing the past. Tenuously reunited with her biological family after thirty years, she's still coming to terms with her childhood--along with guilt, secrets, and mysteries yet to be resolved. And just as she's starting to figure out where she fits in with her family, a name from the past threatens them all. With that fear comes a choice for both women: abandon the lives they've been building on Maui, or find the courage to finally stop running and fight for the happiness they deserve.

No Place Too Far

Into the Blue, the third book in Kay Bratt's By the Sea series takes you on an emotional journey filled with hope for a happily ever after. Jules Monroe is a woman whose hard work and dedication has built a rewarding life for herself and her family. Now in her late fifties, she gives selflessly to her husband, kids, community, and their charter business. But everything comes to an abrupt halt when her body says enough, and her mind yearns for respite and a place to hide from past hurts.Oldest son, Jonah Monroe, is a veteran haunted by a childhood tragedy. His past includes things he isn't proud of and can't quite shake. When his chance to be a hero finally arrives, it comes with strings attached. Will he accept the kindness of strangers to help bring his family back together, or will his demons continue to be his downfall?Maui isn't always the safe paradise it's made out to be and when ancient island superstitions threaten to rob the Monroe family yet again, they must all find a way to deter the impending disaster.Praise for Kay Bratt novels: "Kay Bratt is a masterful storyteller, and the story's pacing and descriptions of Maui left me always wanting more. Highly recommended for book clubs!" -Anita Abriel, international bestselling author of The Light After the War"A baring-of-the-soul emotional story that leaves you with a heart full of love and hope." -Carolyn Brown, New York Times bestselling author"Kay Bratt captures a mother-daughter relationship with an authenticity rarely seen in novels." -Bette Lee Crosby, USA Today bestselling author"Book clubs will love Bratt's latest!" -Kerry Lonsdale, Amazon Charts and Wall Street Journal bestselling author"Will sweep you away until the very last page. Don't miss it." -Julianne MacLean, USA Today bestselling author"This is the kind of book that will get shared by friends and chosen by book clubs. A phenomenal story of life and love." -Karen McQuestion, bestselling author of Hello Love "Kay Bratt reminds us that there is always hope, and that home and family can be found in unexpected places." -Kerry Anne King, bestselling author of Closer Home "Book clubs will love the powerful message of this unique novel." -Barbara Claypole White, bestselling author of The Perfect Son "Kay Bratt delivers on all levels in this emotional and tense story of loss and resilience." -Emily Bleeker, Amazon Charts and Wall Street Journal bestselling author"Bratt is a master of location, it's even more of a pleasure when the ride takes place on Maui." -Lea Geller, author of Trophy Life

A By the Sea Novel Book 3

Into the Blue

The Bridge

Sworn Sisters Book One

A Welcome Misfortune

From the bestselling author of Wish Me Home comes a heart-racing tale of resilience and hope. When Sadie Harlan visits her daughter, Lauren, at her summer internship in Yosemite National Park, it seems like the perfect way to forget about her empty nest and failing marriage back home. But when the two women get lost on what's meant to be a short hike, they suddenly find themselves fighting for their lives. As they search for food, water, and civilization, they battle injury, exhaustion, and natural predators. Sadie, however, is assaulted by more than just the unforgiving elements. She lost her first child years earlier in a tragic accident, and in her sorrow, she's pushed everyone away--including her husband. Now, Sadie must face her past through a journey of love, loss, and learning to forgive herself if she and Lauren are to stand a chance at getting out of Yosemite alive. Will a mother's courage be enough to save them both?

Dancing with the Sun

Sixteen-year-old Willow is strong, courageous, but weary of being under control of those in charge of the orphanage. Though she is used to being forgotten, she's grown tired of being labeled as unwanted. The years have been hard on her, making it impossible to get close to anybody, except for her best friend Kai who has made it all bearable. When bureaucracy threatens to tear them apart, Willow and Kai make a run for it. The only problem is, they aren't alone. They'll have to figure out if their excess baggage-a sassy girl who holds an extra chromosome-will be the glue that keeps them together as they navigate street life, or the obstacle that jeopardizes their newfound freedom. A fascinating look into modern day orphanage life and what it's like to feel as though you belong to no one, Kay Bratt's novel, Somewhere Beautiful, is the first in the two-book Life of Willow series. In Somewhere Beautiful, Bratt weaves a story of loss and loyalty that will have you following three teens as they battle their way through life's obstacles in the search for the always elusive happily ever after.

Somewhere Beautiful

Wishes in branches tied with string. Someone's hopes. Another's dreams.Welcome to Linden Falls, Vermont, the picturesque small town that everyone dreams of living in. Within the charming streets of a community of people who care about one another, lies the heart of the town--the infamous Wishing Tree on the downtown square. The stately Linden tree is beautiful and made even more so by the shimmer of ribbons that flutter from the sprawling branches.Tourists from all over the world flock to town and join the locals to hang ribbons of hope from the branches of the majestic tree. Some believe it's magic, others think it's old folklore, but one thing that is indisputable is that love, forgiveness, and other happily ever afters are all made possible when someone takes a chance and hangs a wish from a branch. Enjoy this peek into the quaint town of Linden Falls and the lives of its residents and guests in this prologue novella, then join a handful of bestselling, award-winning authors as they bring the Wishing Tree series alive and leave you with a feeling of peace and happiness from book to book.

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