Authors: Jodi Thomas
P
RAISE
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ETTING
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AINBOW
“Readers will root for their happily-ever-after and will be satisfied in the end . . . Gratifying emotional moments.”
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Kirkus Reviews
“Ms. Thomas charms the reader once again with her sweet, warm touch at contemporary romance . . . in a story full of intriguing, distinctive characters who are vibrant, realistic people. Readers will feel right at home.”
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Affaire de Coeur
“Thomas knocks it out of the park again . . . [she] is a master at creating damaged yet appealing characters, and their expressions of loveâas siblings, as friends, as partnersâare intense and beautiful.”
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Publishers Weekly
“Told with a soft, gentle lyricism that parallels the town name, Thomas' tale takes readers on a lovely trip to a place that they'll hold in their hearts.”
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RT Book Reviews
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ELIEVING
“Filled with bittersweet endings and new beginnings, this is a heartwarming and heart-wrenching visit to Harmony. Prepare to laugh and shed some tears.”
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RT Book Reviews
“Harmony, Texas, may be the most unusual series in the ever-growing subgenre of small-town romance.”
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The Romance Dish
“[Thomas's] often beautiful turn of phrase and eloquent writing impart truths we spend lifetimes gleaning for ourselves . . . The best of the series so far.”
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All About Romance
C
HANCE
OF
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L
IFETIME
“Tender, realistic, and insightful . . . Will appeal to fans of Debbie Macomber and Sherryl Woods.”
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Library Journal
“I've never met a Jodi Thomas book that wasn't absolutely dog-eared from being read many times. They are all like warm, cozy friends that just beg to be taken back from the bookshelves and revisited . . . [A] wonderful contemporary tale infused with humor and mystery.”
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Fresh Fiction
“Beautiful prose and a thought-provoking plot . . . [A] heartwarming romance and intriguing mystery. Like old friends, readers will love the chance to catch up with characters from previous tales.”
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RT Book Reviews
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OAD
“A welcome return packed with cameos from familiar characters.”
âPublishers Weekly
“This book is like once again visiting old friends while making new ones and will leave readers eager for the next visit. A pure joy to read.”
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RT Book Review
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OMFORTS
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OME
“Even for readers new to the series, the intricate relationships between these affable men and eccentric women are easy to follow and even easier to love. Thomas skillfully juggles the many subplots, and the relationship between Ronelle and Marty, which inspires both to trust again, is especially touching.”
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Publishers Weekly
“There's always something brewing in Harmony and each story just adds to the richness of depth of the characters and town. If you haven't had a chance to meet the fine folks of Harmony, Texas, what are you waiting for?”
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Fallen Angel Reviews
“If you're a fan of small-town settings, heartwarming tales, and out-of-the-ordinary characters, you don't want to miss this book.”
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Petit Fours and Hot Tamales
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AY
“A delightful story with as much love and warmth as there is terror and fear . . . This is terrific reading from page one to the end. Jodi Thomas is a passionate writer who puts real feeling into her characters.”
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Fresh Fiction
“Thomas once again brings to life this fascinating little Texas town and its numerous characters. The reader is expertly drawn into their lives and left eager to know what happens next.”
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RT Book Reviews
W
ELCOME
TO
H
ARMONY
“The characters are delightful, and a subplot about mysterious fires balances the sweet stories about being and becoming family.”
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Publishers Weekly
“A fast-moving, engaging tale that keeps you turning pages . . . Thomas's characters become as familiar as family or friends.”
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Fresh Fiction
“A heartwarming tale, with plenty of excitement,
Welcome to Harmony
is Jodi Thomas all the wayâsuper characters, lots of riveting subplots, and the background of a realistic Texas town. Don't miss this terrific novel.”
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Romance Reviews Today
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HOMAS
“Compelling and beautifully written, it is exactly the kind of heart-wrenching, emotional story one has come to expect from Jodi Thomas.”
âDebbie Macomber, #1
New York Times
bestselling author
“Jodi Thomas is a masterful storyteller. She grabs your attention on the first page, captures your heart, and then makes you sad when it is time to bid her wonderful characters farewell. You can count on Jodi Thomas to give you a satisfying and memorable read.”
âCatherine Anderson,
New York Times
bestselling author
“Thomas sketches a slow, sweet surrender.”
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Publishers Weekly
Titles by Jodi Thomas
ONE TRUE HEART
A PLACE CALLED HARMONY
BETTING THE RAINBOW
CAN'T STOP BELIEVING
CHANCE OF A LIFETIME
JUST DOWN THE ROAD
THE COMFORTS OF HOME
SOMEWHERE ALONG THE WAY
WELCOME TO HARMONY
REWRITING MONDAY
TWISTED CREEK
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PROMISE ME TEXAS
WILD TEXAS ROSE
TEXAS BLUE
THE LONE TEXAN
TALL, DARK, AND TEXAN
TEXAS PRINCESS
TEXAS RAIN
THE TEXAN'S REWARD
A TEXAN'S LUCK
WHEN A TEXAN GAMBLES
THE TEXAN'S WAGER
TO WED IN TEXAS
TO KISS A TEXAN
THE TENDER TEXAN
PRAIRIE SONG
THE TEXAN AND THE LADY
TO TAME A TEXAN'S HEART
FOREVER IN TEXAS
TEXAS LOVE SONG
TWO TEXAS HEARTS
THE TEXAN'S TOUCH
TWILIGHT IN TEXAS
THE TEXAN'S DREAM
Specials
EASY ON THE HEART
HEART ON HIS SLEEVE
IN A HEARTBEAT
A HUSBAND FOR HOLLY
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ONE TRUE HEART
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Copyright © 2015 by Jodi Koumalats.
Excerpt from
Midnight Bet
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