THE POWER OF LOVE is a wonderful anthology put together by twelve of the most talented romance writers today. It is not surprising that they have provided us with twelve sensational stories centered around the awe inspiring force known as love. Each of the tales has their own charm and there is not a dull one in the whole bunch. I absolutely adored this anthology, and I am sure it will find a permanent place on your keeper shelf.

Lori Foster takes us on a moonlight swim as Cara and Jamison meet in the pool after hours to discuss their dreams. Will their magical dreams become a reality? SWEET DREAMS is a marvelous romantic story that sweeps you away.

Erin McCarthy entertains us with a psychic who sees her ability as more of a hindrance than a miracle. Hannah just needs the right person to appreciate her and her unwanted ability. Is Luke the policeman the right man for the job? UNPREDICTABLE is a fabulously, fun story.

Toni Blake serves us an office romance where Marla is in love with her boss who does not seem to think of her as other than an employee. When she gives her notice, she receives a shock. How is she going to deal with this little complication? AFTER HOURS is a charming tale.

Dianne Castell dishes us out a sweet story. To please her sister, Gloria goes to the hotel to win a wedding catering job. Only she ends up in a room with champagne, strawberries, and a very nice man. What exactly is her sister up to now? THE LAST OF THE RED-HOT MAMAS is entertaining and filled with lots of classic romantic notions.

Karen Kelley reintroduces Jenny to Devon, an old high school friend. She is living her life the way her father dictates, and seeing Devon sparks something inside her. Does she have the strength to break out of her mold? SALESMAN OF THE YEAR is lovely story that brings together old loves.

Rosemary Laurey enlightens us with widow Magda and reminds us that life does not end with the death of a spouse. Magda has found love again, but how do you tell your grown children when they each have your life planned out for you? DANCE THE FANDANGO is a heartwarming tale of learning to love again.

Janice Maynard shows us that love may be a stone's throw from home. Jason had no problem leaving home the first time. However, the second time has him regretting leaving Felicity, his neighbor, behind. Can they work on some type of compromise? THE GIRL NEXT DOOR is a sexy, down to earth tale.

LuAnn McLane directs Annie, a young widowed mother in need, to a thrift shop where she is inadvertently mistaken for a volunteer. Does Annie have the strength and courage to admit the truth to Josh, the minister running the shop? CHICKEN SOUP FOR ANNIE is an uplifting romance.

Lucy Monroe leads Cheryl to Dallas to escape a controlling husband where she becomes a perfect assistant to Zach. Zach is everything she could ever want, and everything his ex-fiancé cannot seem to stand. Will she ever gain his attention? NO ANGEL is a moving story of new beginnings.

Patricia Sargeant recruits a little help from above for Sara, a woman starting her own coffee shop after escaping an abusive marriage. Will Raphael provide the help she needs to succeed? ANGEL IN THE ALLEY is an inspiring tale of healing and renewal.

Kay Stockham plunges us into frigid, murky waters when Hannah returns to her hometown after breaking free from an abusive relationship. How will her heart react to Mitch, the man she left behind all those years ago? HANNAH'S CHOICE is an amazing story of second chances.

J. C. Wilder stirs up Amy's inner rebellion when she overhears her boss talking with someone about how much of a pushover she is. Hearing those words from her boss snaps her out of her complacency. How far is she willing to go to break free from her self-imposed prison? THE MOUSE WHO ROARED is an incredible story of taking chances.

Book Summary

Twelve all-new stories of women’s resilience, empowerment, and fulfillment, by bestselling and award-winning authors.

In this engaging anthology of never-beforepublished stories, twelve authors are united by their unique visions of the female experience… A young woman is torn between the security of her fiancé and the excitement of an old flame…a desperate wife is forced into the workplace for the first time in her life…an ambitious professional woman finally finds the courage to take control of her career—and her man…an emotionally fragile divorcee finds resolve in the ethereal visitations of an archangel...

These are just some of the women who discover and rediscover their own wonderfully fallible but ultimately strong selves in the shadow of love— romantic love, platonic love, new love, and lost love. Readers will be touched, inspired, charmed, and entertained by these original stories of disparate longings, unsettled lives, and the power of love.