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Dual Power of Convenience (Merriweather Island)

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Dual Power of Convenience (Merriweather Island)

All they wanted was a happily-never-after.

All they wanted was a happily-never-after.

When Richard Danforth inherits the family estate on Merriweather Island, he doesn’t have time to deal with it—especially not from halfway across the globe. He’s too busy working to become the world’s newest billionaire and avoiding the women who would detract him from his goals.

Enter Lyla Santana. Fresh out of Oxford University with a degree in antiques and a relationship that nearly killed her to leave, she’s eager for the isolation and treasure trove that is Danforth Hall. Lyla also is determined to avoid men at all costs. Forever.

It was supposed to be a match made on paper. With him halfway across the globe, they’d never have to see each other again.

So, what’s Richard doing on Merriweather just weeks after the wedding? And how will his arrival test Lyla’s faith, not to mention stretch their so-called relationship?

In a twist on billionaire romance and marriage of convenience, this “Merriweather book” kicks off a new series featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily-ever-afters.

The Independence Island Series: beach reads aren’t just for summer anymore.

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About the Book

All they wanted was a happily-never-after.
When Richard Danforth inherits the family estate on Merriweather Island, he doesn’t have time to deal with it—especially not from halfway across the globe. He’s too busy working to become the world’s newest billionaire and avoiding the women who would detract him from his goals.
Enter Lyla Santana. Fresh out of Oxford University with a degree in antiques and a relationship that nearly killed her to leave, she’s eager for the isolation and treasure trove that is Danforth Hall. Lyla also is determined to avoid men at all costs. Forever.
It was supposed to be a match made on paper. With him halfway across the globe, they’d never have to see each other again.
So, what’s Richard doing on Merriweather just weeks after the wedding? And how will his arrival test Lyla’s faith, not to mention stretch their so-called relationship?
In a twist on billionaire romance and marriage of convenience, this “Merriweather book” kicks off a new series featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily-ever-afters.
The Independence Island Series: beach reads aren’t just for summer anymore.

Details
Author: Chautona Havig
Series: Independence Islands, Merriweather Island, Book 1
Genre: Contemporary Christian Fiction
Tags: marriage of convenience, billionaire romance
Publisher: Celebrate Lit
Publication Year: 2020
Format: Paperback, eBook, Audiobook
Length: Full-length novel
Narrator: Christa DelSorbo
ASIN: B08652M3HL
ISBN: 9781951839079
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March 18, 2021 ·

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My heart is broken, but the Lord is gracious. Today we said our final earthly goodbyes as the flags flew at half mast in your honor. In the midst of my sorrow, the sun shone and the daffodils grinned their promise of spring. I could almost hear you whisper, “Eyes up, Little One.” I miss you, Daddy. ...

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To enter: Click on the link in my bio for a link to the giveaway.

Drawing the winner on 12/18/22 (US Addresses only... sorry! And not affiliated with any entity but myself!)
ALSO! Paperback is 20% off starting 12/13/22 and the eBook will be FREE from 12/13/22-12/17/22!!!
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My heart is broken, but the Lord is gracious. Today we said our final earthly goodbyes as the flags flew at half mast in your honor. In the midst of my sorrow, the sun shone and the daffodils grinned their promise of spring. I could almost hear you whisper, “Eyes up, Little One.” I miss you, Daddy.

My heart is broken, but the Lord is gracious. Today we said our final earthly goodbyes as the flags flew at half mast in your honor. In the midst of my sorrow, the sun shone and the daffodils grinned their promise of spring. I could almost hear you whisper, “Eyes up, Little One.” I miss you, Daddy. ...

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Posted @withrepost • @chautonahavig I don’t know about you, but at Christmastime, I love a good mystery. If I can combine that mystery with something festive, well… yeah! And I have a lot of friends who feel the same. So… I decided to do a giveaway! I’m calling it The Nutcracker’s Suite Giveaway. You could say it’s a “suite” giveaway, but I’d say it’s a sweet one! (Anyone have chocolate nutcrackers lying around?) 

To enter: Click on the link in my bio for a link to the giveaway. 

Drawing the winner on 12/18/22 (US Addresses only... sorry! And not affiliated with any entity but myself!)
ALSO! Paperback is 20% off starting 12/13/22 and the eBook will be FREE from 12/13/22-12/17/22!!!
@celebratelit
@christadelsorbo
#christmasgiveaway
#ChristFic
#EverAfterMysteries
#TheNutcracker
#FairytaleRetellings
#celebratelitpublishing

Posted @withrepost • @chautonahavig I don’t know about you, but at Christmastime, I love a good mystery. If I can combine that mystery with something festive, well… yeah! And I have a lot of friends who feel the same. So… I decided to do a giveaway! I’m calling it The Nutcracker’s Suite Giveaway. You could say it’s a “suite” giveaway, but I’d say it’s a sweet one! (Anyone have chocolate nutcrackers lying around?)

To enter: Click on the link in my bio for a link to the giveaway.

Drawing the winner on 12/18/22 (US Addresses only... sorry! And not affiliated with any entity but myself!)
ALSO! Paperback is 20% off starting 12/13/22 and the eBook will be FREE from 12/13/22-12/17/22!!!
@celebratelit
@christadelsorbo
#christmasgiveaway
#ChristFic
#EverAfterMysteries
#TheNutcracker
#FairytaleRetellings
#celebratelitpublishing
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Posted @withrepost • @celebratelit On tour with Celebrate Lit, The Nutcracker's Suite by Chautona Havig ( @chautonahavig ) and narrated by Christa DelSorbo ( @christadelsorbo )!⁠
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Find a special video from the narrator, learn more about the book, check out the blog stops, and enter the giveaway for the chance to win the grand prize of a $25 Amazon gift card and a code for the audiobook!⁠
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Link in bio. Click the Celebrate Lit Tours button, then click the "The Nutcracker's Suite" tab.⁠
⁠
#celebratelit #celebrationtour #books #giveaway #amreading #christianfiction #mustread #fiction #booktour #bookstagram #faithinfluencer #christian #christiangiveaway #christianhistoricalmystery #christianhistorical #christianmystery #historical  #mystery #audiobook @christianfictiongroup #thenutcrackerssuite #chautonahavig #christadelsorbo

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Find a special video from the narrator, learn more about the book, check out the blog stops, and enter the giveaway for the chance to win the grand prize of a $25 Amazon gift card and a code for the audiobook!⁠
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Link in bio. Click the Celebrate Lit Tours button, then click the "The Nutcracker`s Suite" tab.⁠
⁠
#celebratelit #celebrationtour #books #giveaway #amreading #christianfiction #mustread #fiction #booktour #bookstagram #faithinfluencer #christian #christiangiveaway #christianhistoricalmystery #christianhistorical #christianmystery #historical #mystery #audiobook @christianfictiongroup #thenutcrackerssuite #chautonahavig #christadelsorbo
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Show of hands-who loves listening to a good audiobook? I hope you can see my hand waving in the air! Ever wondered about the folks who record them? 

Ya`ll, I can not even tell you how fun it was to host audiobook narrator, @christadelsorbo , as a guest today.

She is such a bright light in this world, and I can’t wait for you to hear her speak so passionately about her work.

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Ticket information:
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Please note there will not be a meet and greet after any of the performances and masks are highly encouraged.

It not a game anymore… It’s opening night!!

The Greeneville Theatre Guild presents “Clue: On Stage.” Directed by Beth Schnura.

Tickets are available!

Showtimes:

September 17, 18, 24 & 25 | 7pm
September 19 & 26 | 2pm

Capitol Theatre
Greeneville, TN

Ticket information:
www.greenevilletheatreguild.org

Please note there will not be a meet and greet after any of the performances and masks are highly encouraged.
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