Predictability and efficiency have marked Delphine DuVert’s orderly life as Castle Stewardess in the small European country of Lethersby—until she is tasked by the monarchy to hire a British researcher. Lethersby needs help solving the 100-year-old mystery of their Lost Queen, a young royal who disappeared into the night during World War I. Delphine’s split-second decision to hire Jack Worthington, a doctoral student at the University of Oxford, has long-lasting consequences when he steps in to protect her from an angry colleague determined to ruin her life. The only catch? That protection looks like Jack posing as her beau. Delphine hesitantly accepts Jack’s offer—and finds her heart being stripped of every predictable and efficient emotion she’s ever had. Jack Worthington believes that his instinct to protect Delphine was the right one, even if it means posing as her boyfriend. But he’s determined to stay focused on his research for Lethersby—and to keep his emotional distance after reeling from a broken heart. Yet as the clues to discovering the Lost Queen’s story unravel and the court case determining Delphine’s fate looms, both Delphine and Jack must step out in faith, choosing to trust that what God has ahead for them is more valuable than the lives they thought they wanted. "I adore Love in the Castle Library! The endearing characters, important faith themes, inspiring romance, and page-turning plot captured my heart and mind. Jack is certainly a swoon-worthy hero and the perfect match for the lovable heroine, Delphine. Their search for answers concerning missing Queen Alma and their own spiritual journeys made the book enjoyable and deeply meaningful. Well written and highly recommended! - Carrie Turansky, Best-selling Author of A Token of Love and A Very English Christmas Praise for Book 1, Christmas in the Castle Library: "Christmas in the Castle Library is a brilliant debut novel! Packed with every delicious ingredient any reader could desire in a Christmas story - mystery, romance, spirituality, realistic characters... all in a delightful fairytale setting. Heroine Ellie Sawyer is imperfectly perfect and quite loveable. The author's pacing throughout is compelling, her description delightful, her spiritual elements skillfully woven, and her story satisfying. Well done, Ann!" -Melody Carlson , author of Royal Quest and Royal Redemption and A Royal Christmas "An idyllic fairytale castle sets the stage for a gripping, heart-warming journey of faith, love, and rediscovering what life is really all about. Swindell pens a tale that is the perfect mixture of swoony romance, intrigue, mystery, and a dreamy setting that rivals Genovia as the trappings of Christmas bring an ethereal delight around every corner. Anyone who has felt their faith has gone a bit dry, or ever let fear hold them back from what they've been called to do will see themselves within the pages of the book, and walk away filled to overflowing with hope and joy. Christmas in the Castle Library is uplifting, enchanting, and entirely un-put-downable. Ann Swindell is one to watch." - Jennifer Deibel , award-winning author of The Irish Matchmaker and Heart of the Glen "Century-old mysteries and a hunt for a missing queen intertwine with the age-old longing to be truly loved and find home. An enchanting tale of love, courage, and faith that is sure to touch every reader's heart." - Jamie Ogle , Christy-award winning author of Of Love and Treason and As Sure as the Sea Ann Swindell  writes stories that point to Christ's presence in our day-to-day lives and the hope He brings to our hearts. She is the author of the In the Castle Library series, along with the nonfiction books The Path to Peace and Still Waiting, and is the owner of Writing with Grace, where she teaches Christ-centered writing classes for women. Ann lives in West Michigan, where she enjoys adventuring with her family...usually with a cup of Earl Grey tea in hand.