Secrets of the Blue Hill Library

When Anne’s children are saved by a man named Jack Kendall, they become enthralled by his stories of adventure, including a story in which he claims to have known Aunt Edie. Anne, however, is not sold on Jack’s stories; while the locals of Blue Hill have taken a liking to him, Anne embarks on an investigation to see just how much she can trust this stranger. Meanwhile, Ben and Ryan go searching for gold in the local creek after listening to Jack’s adventures. Can they find anything to help their classmate who was recently diagnosed with leukemia? Find out in another heartwarming tale from Emily Thomas!

When a valuable Chinese vase is to be auctioned for the benefit of the Blue Hill Library at the Railroad Days Festival, Anne is extremely excited until she learns that the real vase was stolen and replaced with a fake one. Can Anne track down the artifact—and the thief—before the first bids begin? Meanwhile, Anne struggles to maintain composure after her Civil Rights display in the library—in addition to her article in the local newspaper—is heavily criticized by locals. Will Anne be able to sustain her humility through her Great- Aunt Edie’s values?

When a fire damages the beloved Blue Hill Theater, reports place Anne’s son, Ben, at the scene of the crime! Can Anne clear his name, or was he actually involved in the destruction of a historic landmark? Meanwhile, Anne struggles to keep her emotions in check when Alex hires a woman to help him repair and restore the theater; could she really be jealous, or is she simply unsure of what she really wants? At the same time, Ben and Ryan must learn to compromise when they begin building a tree house with two different plans in mind.

When elderly citizens in Blue Hill become the victims of identity theft, Anne can’t help but suspect that a mysterious woman—who has been asking Mildred Farley startlingly personal questions— may be behind the crime. Will her theory add up, or is there more to the woman in question than first meets the eye? Meanwhile, Anne has learned that her parents can’t visit for Thanksgiving. On top of that, her children’s friends cancel last-minute after being invited to her holiday dinner. Could this be Anne’s loneliest Thanksgiving ever? Is there always a silver lining to every debacle?

When Anne displays an Egyptian clay pot at the library, residents become outraged as they recall the horrific events that occurred when Aunt Edie brought the pot into Blue Hill. With every accident or disaster that occurs in town being blamed on the pot’s “curse,” Anne can’t help but wonder if the curse is simply a rumor being used to cover up a more sinister crime. Meanwhile, when Ben’s new friend questions his faith and skips his youth class at church, Anne must decide whether to end the friendship or assist Ben in helping his friend rediscover his religious values.