Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on the Love Birds Series from author Katie Eagan Schenck. Follow the McAllister family through love, loss, and second chances:
- Book 1: When Cardinals Appear
- Book 2: When Swans Dance
- Book 3: When Doves Lament
When Cardinals Appear
Genres: Clean & Wholesome Romance, Contemporary Women Fiction, Coming of Age Fiction, Small Town & Rural Fiction4.5 stars, 43 ratings
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She has a promise to keep. But when her plans are thrown into a tailspin, will a persistent red bird show her how to let her dreams take flight?
Lanie McAllister is ready to move on. Wrestling with her mom’s death, the young woman just wants to settle the estate and soar off for good to her boyfriend in California—far away from painful memories. But she suspects the lucky cardinal she keeps seeing is trying to send a message when a flat tire puts her back in the path of the man who broke her heart.
With fate constantly throwing the man her mother always hated in her way, Lanie can’t seem to shake the wounds of the past. And when her current love makes a serious misstep and she discovers her ex harbors a secret, she starts to rethink what will make her truly happy.
Questioning her vow to her mother to never look back, is the cardinal a clue Lanie’s true happiness is hiding in plain sight?
When Cardinals Appear is the emotional first book in The Love Birds women’s romantic fiction series. If you like heroines who grow, overcoming loss, and second chances, then you’ll adore Katie Eagan Schenck’s bittersweet tale.
Praise for When Cardinals Appear
"An uplifting romance about mending bruised relationships and holding onto hope." ~Kirkus Reviews
"A captivating, absorbing, and addictive novel that explores some weighty issues through a heartwarming and sweetly satisfying story." ~The Book Review Directory
"A good, old-fashioned love story that will tug at readers' heartstrings." ~Grant Leishman for Readers' Favorite
"Readers will fall in love with these well-drawn characters, the charming small-town setting, and just the right amount of sparks flying." ~Angela M., Line Editor, Red Adept Editing
When Swans Dance
Genres: Clean & Wholesome Romance, Contemporary Women Fiction, Small Town & Rural Fiction4.5 stars, 47 ratings
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A new business. The wedding of the year. But when a health scare jeopardizes their plans, can Steven and Rose learn to dance or will this be their swan song?
Fresh off the closing of his late mother's estate, Steven is ready to start the next chapter of his life—marrying Rose. Though he struggles to find that ever elusive work/life balance, he's optimistic about the future of his new law practice.
One double shift too many makes Rose an unhappy nurse, but all that overtime will not only help fund her upcoming nuptials, it might earn her the coveted head nurse position as well.
But when Steven suffers a health emergency, suddenly all of their plans—and finances—are thrown into a tailspin. Postponing the wedding makes the most sense, but Steven won't hear of it. Rose fears if he doesn't slow down, he'll make her a widow before she ever becomes a wife. As questions arise over whether they'll ever take that walk down the aisle, can a pair of swans help them find their way back to each other?
When Swans Dance continues the emotional saga of The Love Birds women’s romantic fiction series. If you like spunky heroines, tenacious heroes, and stories of rekindled love then you’ll adore When Swans Dance.
Praise for When Swans Dance
"This romance explores the true meaning of love and commitment in a way that is heartwarming, thought-provoking, and unforgettable." ~Irene S., Proofreader, Red Adept Editing
"An emotional women’s romantic fiction read." ~Amazon Review
When Doves Lament
Genres: Small Town & Rural Fiction, Later in Life Romance, Single Women FictionNew release: October 2024
4.3 stars, 9 ratings
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Neither expected to fall in love again. But together they might just discover that the love of their lives came later.
Max McAllister swore off love before the ink was even dry on his divorce papers. Between his attempts to salvage the strained relationship with his daughter and rekindling his passion for woodworking, he doesn’t have time for the drama that romance brings.
Carissa Owens has finally found her footing again after losing her husband five years ago. Her wedding business is thriving and she has her sights set on expanding to corporate events—if she can secure a meeting with a lucrative new client.
But when Max’s daughter hires Carissa to plan her wedding, Max insists on being involved in every aspect of the process, ruffling Carissa’s feathers. As they spend more time together, an unexpected attraction sprouts wings. That is, until Max reveals a surprise for his daughter that puts Carissa’s professional reputation at risk. Can they find a way to dovetail their plans or will their budding romance have a crash landing?
When Doves Lament is the emotional finale of The Love Birds women’s romantic fiction series. If you like grumpy heroes, business-savvy heroines, and later-in-life characters, then you’ll adore this heartwarming tale.
When Doves Lament can be read as a standalone, but is best enjoyed with the rest of the series.
Praise for When Doves Lament
"Poignant, thoughtful story brimming with hope and second chances." ~Angela M., Line Editor, Red Adept Editing
"A poignant look at life after the death of one’s mate." ~Goodreads Review
About the Author
Katie Eagan Schenck writes sweet romance and women’s fiction that warms the heart and gives all the feels. She has an MFA in creative writing from Queens University of Charlotte. When she's not writing she's either drafting regulations for the federal government, baking delicious treats, or binging Hallmark movies. She lives in Maryland with her husband, daughter, and their three cats. Learn more at KESchenckAuthor.com; sign up to get free chapters, polls, cover reveals, and publishing news from Katie; and be sure to follow her online:
