Embark on a literary adventure with Diane Merrill Wigginton. Her novels blend historical romance, suspense, and children's fiction, transporting readers to richly detailed settings filled with unforgettable characters. From the passionate love stories of AngParagraphelina's Secret to the thrilling mysteries of A Compromising Position, Diane's work has earned multiple awards. Join her community of readers and experience stories that will linger long after the final page.
“When a heart breaks, it does not break evenly, cleaving in half exactly down the middle.” Surrounded by her large, boisterous family in 1840s Ireland, Lara Flannigan has never known anything but love and belonging—until the day tragedy strikes, leaving her abandoned and forced into indentured servitude.
REMADE IN A NEW WORLD.
Just when all hope seems lost, a childless American couple discovers Lara, while visiting Ireland to aid in the famine-relief effort. With barely a chance to look back, she’s swept away to a bustling new continent—and a dizzying new reality. One of petticoats, opulent townhouses, and the cold reaches of Philadelphia high society. Desperate for a future, Lara works tirelessly to fit into her new life... while still haunted by a past that won’t let her go. Set in a fascinating historical period, Lara’s Story is a gripping young adult novel that explores the strength of the human spirit and the power of forgiveness to heal a broken heart. Lara's Story is a young adult historical fiction read well steeped in the cultures and young challenges of two evolving nations which come together in Lara's immigrant experience. Diane Merrill Wigginton excels at bringing this world's sights, sounds, smells, and texture to life through Lara's eyes, lending a personal touch to historical events that include astute observations of social classes, differences, and struggles.
(Jeweled Dagger Series Book 1)
Angelina’s Secret: A Tale of Love, Adventure, and Intrigue
In the bustling streets of 18th-century London, amidst the whispers of unsolved murders and the allure of the open sea, lies a tale of deception, bravery, and the irresistible pull of destiny.
Angelina Stewart, a woman of striking beauty and unwavering independence, returns home from a harrowing sea voyage only to find herself hailed as a hero for her courageous acts against ruthless pirates. But behind her facade of bravery, Angelina harbors a dark secret that threatens to consume her. As her latent psychic abilities grow stronger, she finds herself drawn into a perilous quest to uncover the truth behind London's grisly murders, all while evading the clutches of a relentless killer.
Meanwhile, Captain Jude Deveraux, known to the world as the Duke of Bayonne and to the seas as a feared pirate, navigates the treacherous waters of his double life. With his loyal friend Honore by his side, Jude revels in the thrill of adventure and the spoils of his piratical exploits.
(Jeweled Dagger Series Book 2)
In this follow-up, to Wigginton’s (Angelina’s Secret), the focus is on Isabella Deveraux, the daughter of Lady Angelina Marguerite Amelia Deveraux, the heroine of the first book. As the story begins, Isabella experiences a disturbing dream about her twin brother, Charlie, on the eve of her 19th birthday. We quickly learn that Isabella has a sixth sense, just like her mother’s, and when she dreams about Charlie’s abduction in London, it’s more than a simple nightmare. She sets off immediately to London, setting into motion events that require her to reunite with her grandparents and eventually her parents, from whom she has been estranged from for years. Complicating matters further, Isabella’s grandfather hires an Irish mercenary to help her locate and rescue her brother and his two school mates.
Forced to prove her worth to the mercenary Captain, she is placed in a compromising position and in doing so must open herself up to other emotions that she is not be yet ready for. The Captain is a handsome but brooding man, with a brutish disposition, who is willing to save the lives of three privileged young men, for the right price. Aiden Townsend decides that the best way to avoid suspicion as they travel the Irish country side in search of the abducted men is to pretend to be lovers. Despite Isabella’s grave concern for her reputation, she grudgingly gives her consent to the arrangement and romantic chaos ensues.
(Jeweled Dagger Series Book 3)
Olivia’s Promise: A Tale of Friendship, Mystery, and the Power of the Unseen.
In the enchanting backdrop of 19th-century America, where whispers of the supernatural dance on the wind and secrets lurk behind every shadow, a captivating tale of friendship, redemption, and the unseen unfolds.
Lady Olivia Sophia Townsend, a young woman deemed too eccentric for polite society, harbors a unique gift that sets her apart from the rest: the ability to communicate with spirits. Yet, years of rejection have led Olivia to turn her back on her extraordinary talents, until a plea for help from her best friend, Lilly, shatters her resolve. With Lilly's fate hanging in the balance and her memories clouded by mystery, Olivia must confront her inner demons and embrace her true calling to unlock the secrets of the otherworldly realm.
Joined by her younger sister Coco, whose own gift allows her to unveil the darkest truths hidden within others, Olivia embarks on a perilous sea voyage from Ireland to America.
Good intentions and a solid moral compass never kept anyone from a compromising position.
Newly appointed Campaign Manager, Catherine Lawrence has a plan, and it definitely doesn’t include falling in love with the handsome, free-spirited, blue-eyed, surfer from Australia who just moved in next door.
Jake Ryan came to Florida with every intention of surfing, enjoying life, and finding himself. He didn’t plan on getting entangled with the beautiful, green-eyed woman next door. And yet, the best-laid plans and all.
Love can change everything, including a stubborn heart.
The chemistry and sparks between Catherine and Jake are red hot, not to mention the natural attraction between these two polar opposites will pull them in two different directions.
To achieve their happily ever after, something will have to give, and someone will have to make the ultimate sacrifice for love.
The Dreaded Pirate Captain
Newly appointed Campaign Manager, Catherine Lawrence has a plan, and it definitely doesn’t include falling in love with the handsome, free-spirited, blue-eyed, surfer from Australia who just moved in next door.
Timmy, Jimmy, and Jade love to fill their summer days with fun.
In this adventure, the three friends will find a treasure chest in the middle of their ship and meet the dreaded pirate captain, One-Eyed Cogburn, who has a very well-kept secret.
But who does the chest truly belong to?
Will the three adventurous youth be able to keep the treasure for themselves?
Will One-Eyed Cogburn let them escape unharmed?
Join Timmy and his friends in this fabulous quest full of mysteries, secrets, and laughter to find out!
El temible capitán pirata
A Timmy, Jimmy y Jade les encanta llenar sus días de verano con diversión. En esta aventura, los tres amigos encontrarán un cofre del tesoro en medio de su barco. Además, conocerán al temible capitán pirata Cogburn, el tuerto, quien esconde un misterioso secreto. Pero ¿a quién le pertenece el cofre en realidad? ¿Podrán quedarse con el tesoro? ¿Lograrán salir ilesos de su encuentro con Cogburn, el tuerto? ¡Únete a Timmy y sus amigos en esta fabulosa travesía, llena de misterios, secretos y risas y lo descubrirás!
Diane Merrill Wigginton, born in Riverside, California in 1963, grew up in the vibrant community of Mira Mesa, San Diego. From a young age, Diane developed a deep passion for storytelling, inspired by the adventures of her childhood in the 1970s and early 1980s. Spending summers on her grandparents' ranch in Idaho, Diane learned the value of animals, nature, and storytelling that would shape her future writing career.
After marrying her husband, David, in 1998, Diane and her family lived in Encinitas before moving to Herald, California in 2001. They embraced a rural lifestyle on a 5 ½-acre ranch, raising six children. Diane’s love for
writing never waned, but raising a family and working full-time kept her literary ambitions on hold. However, in her 50s, Diane decided to pursue her dream of becoming a published author. It was then that she created
Angelina's Secret, the first book in her critically acclaimed Jeweled
Dagger Series...
Angelina's Secret
The Jeweled Dagger Series
Lara's Story
Lara's Story
A Compromising Position
A Compromising Position
A Compromising Position
A Compromising Position
A Compromising Position
A Compromising Position
A Compromising Position
A Compromising Position
A Compromising Position
A Compromising Position
A Compromising Position
The Secret of One-Eyed Cogburn, The Dreaded Pirate Captain
(The Secret of One-Eyed Cogburn, The Dreaded Pirate Captain) Fiction Children’s Picture Book
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