Belle Calhoune - A Match Made In Alaska

A Small-Town Rescue

Librarian Annie Murray hoped participating in Love, Alaska’s “Operation Love” would lead to finding a rugged bachelor to call her own. But as her flight crash-lands before reaching her destination, she finds herself alone with her pilot, Declan O’Rourke. Annie’s met charmers like Declan before—now she wants a man of substance. Forced to survive with him in the snowy wilderness, Annie discovers Declan’s depth—and he begins to see the shy librarian’s heart of gold. But once back in town, outside forces threaten their bond. It’ll take all the bravery they had in the wild for Annie and Declan to find love in small-town Alaska.

Strong arms gripped Annie’s shoulders.

“What do you think you’re doing? Are you trying to get yourself killed?”

Annie felt the hot splash of tears on her cheeks. “I can’t stand by and watch it all go up in smoke. My whole life is in there!” She let out a plaintive howl. She saw his ice-blue eyes widen. A muscle in his jaw began to twitch. He released her shoulders and pivoted around so that he was facing the plane.

Turning back toward her, he yelled, “Get out of this area as fast as you can. Run as far as you can upwind. Now!” She watched as he rushed toward the plane, wrenched open the cargo hold and yanked her suitcases out in one fluid motion. With an amazing display of agility, he ran back toward her at breakneck speed. One look at his expression and Annie began to run in the opposite direction as fast as she could.

A thunderous noise interrupted the silence. A deafening roar rent the air.

BELLE CALHOUNE grew up in a small town in Massachusetts. Married to her college sweetheart, she is raising two lovely daughters in Connecticut. A dog lover, she has one mini poodle and a chocolate Lab. Writing for the Love Inspired line is a dream come true. Working at home in her pajamas is one of the best perks of the job. Belle enjoys summers in Cape Cod, traveling and reading.

www.millsandboon.co.uk

“There is no fear in love; but perfect love

casteth out fear: because fear hath torment.

He that feareth is not made perfect in love.”

—1 John 4:18

This book is dedicated to my own Annie…

my mother, Dr. Anne Murray Bell.

Not a day goes by that I don’t miss you.

Acknowledgments Contents Cover Back Cover Text Introduction About the Author Title Page Bible Verse Dedication Acknowledgments Chapter One Chapter Two Chapter Three Chapter Four Chapter Five Chapter Six Chapter Seven Chapter Eight Chapter Nine Chapter Ten Chapter Eleven Chapter Twelve Epilogue Dear Reader Extract Copyright

A huge thank you to my editor, Emily Rodmell,

for her unwavering support for Love, Alaska.

And for keeping me on course.

I am very thankful for all the readers

who have written to me and asked about

future stories set in Love, Alaska.

A special thanks to Bob Moore

for all his expertise on aviation.

Contents

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Back Cover Text A Small-Town Rescue Librarian Annie Murray hoped participating in Love, Alaska’s “Operation Love” would lead to finding a rugged bachelor to call her own. But as her flight crash-lands before reaching her destination, she finds herself alone with her pilot, Declan O’Rourke. Annie’s met charmers like Declan before—now she wants a man of substance. Forced to survive with him in the snowy wilderness, Annie discovers Declan’s depth—and he begins to see the shy librarian’s heart of gold. But once back in town, outside forces threaten their bond. It’ll take all the bravery they had in the wild for Annie and Declan to find love in small-town Alaska.

Introduction Strong arms gripped Annie’s shoulders. “What do you think you’re doing? Are you trying to get yourself killed?” Annie felt the hot splash of tears on her cheeks. “I can’t stand by and watch it all go up in smoke. My whole life is in there!” She let out a plaintive howl. She saw his ice-blue eyes widen. A muscle in his jaw began to twitch. He released her shoulders and pivoted around so that he was facing the plane. Turning back toward her, he yelled, “Get out of this area as fast as you can. Run as far as you can upwind. Now!” She watched as he rushed toward the plane, wrenched open the cargo hold and yanked her suitcases out in one fluid motion. With an amazing display of agility, he ran back toward her at breakneck speed. One look at his expression and Annie began to run in the opposite direction as fast as she could. A thunderous noise interrupted the silence. A deafening roar rent the air.

About the Author BELLE CALHOUNE grew up in a small town in Massachusetts. Married to her college sweetheart, she is raising two lovely daughters in Connecticut. A dog lover, she has one mini poodle and a chocolate Lab. Writing for the Love Inspired line is a dream come true. Working at home in her pajamas is one of the best perks of the job. Belle enjoys summers in Cape Cod, traveling and reading.

Title Page A Match Made in Alaska Belle Calhoune www.millsandboon.co.uk

Bible Verse “There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.” —1 John 4:18

Dedication This book is dedicated to my own Annie… my mother, Dr. Anne Murray Bell. Not a day goes by that I don’t miss you.

Acknowledgments

Chapter One

Chapter Two

Chapter Three

Chapter Four

Chapter Five

Chapter Six

Chapter Seven

Chapter Eight

Chapter Nine

Chapter Ten

Chapter Eleven

Chapter Twelve

Epilogue

Dear Reader

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