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Betty Bolte is an American award-winning author of historical fiction, paranormal romance and non-fiction books.

She holds a B.A. in English from Indiana University and an M.A. in English from the University of Alabama in Huntsville.

Betty is quite passionate about classic literature, which features quite heavily in her supernatural tales.

Her tales often feature headstrong, affectionate women and courageous, empathetic men.

Betty loves hiking through the woods and taking walks along hot sandy beaches with the man of her dreams.

She also loves cats, dogs, and horses.

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Genres: Historical Fiction, Paranormal , Romance

United States

Website: https://www.bettybolte.com

Non Series

  • Notes of Love and War (2020)
  • Becoming Lady Washington (2020)

Non-fiction

  1. Hometown Heroines: True Stories of Bravery, Daring, & Adventure (2012)

Fury Falls Inn

  1. The Haunting of Fury Falls Inn (2019)
  2. Under Lock and Key (2020)
  3. Desperate Reflections (2021)

Ghosts of Roseville

  1. Traces (2014)
  2. Remnants (2014)

Secrets of Roseville

  1. Undying Love (2017)
  2. Haunted Melody (2017)
  3. The Touchstone of Raven Hollow (2017)
  4. Veiled Visions of Love (2018)
  5. Charmed Against All Odds (2019)

A More Perfect Union

  1. Elizabeth's Hope (2020)
  2. Emily's Vow (2020)
  3. Amy's Choice (2020)
  4. Samantha's Secret (2020)
  5. Evelyn's Promise (2020)
Ghosts of Roseville

Detailed book overview

Non Series

Notes of Love and War

Although Audrey Harper has been brought up knowing that a woman belongs to the home, she needs a lot more than that to fulfill her self-worth.

She thoroughly enjoys the independence and fulfillment that comes with working as a music critic for a local paper in Baltimore, Maryland, during World War II.

However, when she learns that German moles are determined to destroy a secret bomber plane being produced in her hometown, Audrey must pick between safeguarding her city and the wishes of her boss, her family, and her fiancé to surrender her evidence to the law.

When her decisions endanger her and her sister, will Audrey rescue her sister and ensure that justice is delivered?

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2020
ISBN: 978-1733973656
Publisher: Mystic Owl Publishing
Becoming Lady Washington

As a youthful widow running an extensive eighteenth-century plantation in the Virginia colony, Martha “Patsy” Custis is having trouble balancing between her business and looking after her two small children.

She needs a defender and a business associate, while her children need a father, even as tensions simmer between her motherland and the American colonies.

When Colonel George Washington draws closer to her, Martha is shocked by his warmth and attractiveness.

He looks like just the man she is looking for.

Together, they could have a peaceful life at Mount Vernon.

However, when British persecution leads to an uprising, will George choose Martha, or his country?

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2020
ISBN: 978-1733973670
Publisher: Mystic Owl Publishing

Non-fiction

Hometown Heroines: True Stories of Bravery, Daring, & Adventure

In the 19th century, bold and fearless girls from all over America left an indelible mark in history.

Milly Cooper raced through dangerous Indian Territory to seek assistance when Fort Cooper was ambushed.

Belle Boyd put her life on the line when she gathered intelligence for the Rebels during the American Civil War.

Fifteen-year-old Kate Shelly forced her way across a dilapidated railroad bridge during a terrible thunderstorm in order to warn the next train.

Fourteen-year-old Lucille Mulhall beat cowboys to be crowned the World's First Famous Cowgirl.

These are just samples of some of the real stories in this book about American Girls who overcame overwhelming odds to make a difference.

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2012
ISBN: 978-1-61417-368-7
Publisher: ePublishing Works!

Fury Falls Inn

The Haunting of Fury Falls Inn

Determined to run away from her controlling mother, Cassie Fairhope tries charming her way into the heart of the youthful man acting as innkeeper in the absence of her father.

Although he isn’t attracted to her, getting married to him is Cassie’s only hope running away from her mother.

Set on making a name for himself in the hostelry industry and earning his father’s approval, Flint Hamilton has no intentions of getting married.

If anything, running the inn is already a demanding task.

However, when disaster strikes, Cassie and Flint will have to join forces in order to get rid of a visitor who has no intentions of leaving the inn.

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2019
ISBN: 978-1733973632
Publisher: Mystic Owl Publishing
Under Lock and Key

With his father and brothers away and his mother brutally murdered, Giles Fairhope hesitantly returns home to take care of his sister Cassie.

The wilds of nineteenth century northern Alabama certainly isn’t safe for her.

Although he intends on protecting Cassie and dishing out vengeance before heading back home, and has no desire to see their father, everything changes when he learns about the ghost of their mother.

The spirit of their deceased mother doesn’t want him to find the killers alone, but also locate a set of keys which will unlock an attic door—unleashing shocking revelations.

Nothing will ever be the same again.

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2020
ISBN: 978-1735374857
Publisher: Mystic Owl Publishing
Desperate Reflections

The year is 1821.

The place is Fury Falls Inn in Alabama.

Reluctantly travelling to the Inn, Abram Fairhope is completely oblivious of how shocking revelations will turn his life upside down.

Although he only intends on serving his family and returning to his job as senator’s aide, a horrifying revelation will render his plans null and void.

On top of all that, Abram must use his newly discovered skills to protect his helpless sister from danger.

With danger at every turn, it doesn’t help that his heart is slowly falling for an irresistible woman.

Will Abram manage to protect both his sister and his heart?

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2021
ISBN: 978-1735466934
Publisher: Mystic Owl Publishing

Ghosts of Roseville

Traces

When Meredith Reed, an architect, inherits her family’s plantation, she has to choose between retaining the plantation, putting it up for sale, or converting it into a memorial park.

Max Chandler’s only desire is to become senior partner and settle down with his dream woman.

Although his promotion seems inevitable, given that his legislation to conserve the area’s historic sites is on course, his goal of finding the perfect woman seems unattainable.

If only the beautiful Meredith wasn’t set on tearing down a property dear to his heart.

Faced with a dilemma, will Meredith manage to rescue her family and home from annihilation?

NB: This book was retitled to Undying Love.

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2014
ISBN: 978-1500522186
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Remnants

Desperate to establish her home decorating business in order to provide for a secure upbringing for her unborn child, Paulette O’Connell inadvertently performs an evocation of her grandfather’s ghost while exploring the strange attic of the antebellum plantation.

With that, her plans seem sabotaged, given how her grandfather’s ghost won’t leave until she reveals why she summoned him.

While seeking the final element to create the Elixir of Life that will restore his brother’s eyesight, Zak Markel crosses paths with the stunning yet reserved Paulette.

Will he manage to convince her to consider finding real happiness while she still can?

NB: This book was retitled to Haunted Melody.

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2014
ISBN: 978-1502481078
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Secrets of Roseville

Undying Love

When Meredith Reed, an architect, inherits her family’s plantation, she has to choose between retaining the plantation, putting it up for sale, or converting it into a memorial park.

Max Chandler’s only desire is to become senior partner and settle down with his dream woman.

Although his promotion seems inevitable, given that his legislation to conserve the area’s historic sites is on course, his goal of finding the perfect woman seems unattainable.

If only the beautiful Meredith wasn’t set on tearing down a property dear to his heart.

Faced with a dilemma, will Meredith manage to rescue her family and home from annihilation?

NB: This book was previously published as Traces.

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2017
ISBN: 978-0998162515
Publisher: Betty Bolte
Haunted Melody

Desperate to establish her home decorating business in order to provide for a secure upbringing for her unborn child, Paulette O’Connell inadvertently performs an evocation of her grandfather’s ghost while exploring the strange attic of the antebellum plantation.

With that, her plans seem sabotaged, given how her grandfather’s ghost won’t leave until she reveals why she summoned him.

While seeking the final element to create the Elixir of Life that will restore his brother’s eyesight, Zak Markel crosses paths with the stunning yet reserved Paulette.

Will he manage to convince her to consider finding real happiness while she still can?

NB: This book was previously published as Remnants.

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2017
ISBN: 978-0998162539
Publisher: Betty Bolte
The Touchstone of Raven Hollow

Geologist Grant Markel no longer suffers from his deadly medical condition.

Is this a miracle?

He doesn’t think so, which is why he journeys to Roseville, Tennessee, to uncover the truth.

When he encounters Tara Golden, he vows not to rest until he uncovers everything.

A mutual attraction is formed.

Gifted with a healing ability, Tara uses her ability every now and then on people visiting the town, convinced that they would never suspect what rescued them.

The gigantic and attractive Grant is however after answers.

And the more he tries, the more Tara falls for him.

Is it possible that the one thing that Tara cannot heal is her heart?

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2017
ISBN: 978-0998162553
Publisher: Betty Bolte
Veiled Visions of Love

Although Psychic Beth Golden desires to live like a heroine in an enthralling novel, she knows that monotony will consume her, given her job at a Roseville bookstore.

Everything however changes when a pilot cruises into town.

Plunged into a new life of audaciousness and romance, she is fascinated by the dangerous adventures.

Major Mitch Sawyer, now in the Reserves, would love nothing more than to lead a simple family life, having lived all over the globe.

Forced to undertake one final assignment, he convinces a beautiful woman who loves books to help him in a secret mission.

Will he manage to protect Beth and everyone involved, as well as his heart?

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2018
ISBN: 978-0998162591
Publisher: Betty Bolte
Charmed Against All Odds

Everyone around Roxie Golden seems to be getting married except her.

Contented with her life of managing the bookstore and using her gift of magic to do good, all she has to do is endure another round of wedding plans before her life returns to normal—until her ex-fiancé resurfaces.

Determined to leave the tiny town for the big city, all that Leo King has to do is fulfill his warlock father’s last desire and take the strange box to Roxie’s bookstore.

Their plans are however changed the moment Roxie opens the box.

Forced to work with a woman who once stole his heart, will Leo put everything on the line for a second chance?

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2019
ISBN: 978-1733973618
Publisher: Betty Bolte

A More Perfect Union

Elizabeth's Hope

Although enlisting in the revolutionary army was a principled thing, Jedediah Thomson hadn’t considered how long he would be separated from the beautiful and lively Miss Elizabeth Sullivan.

Their courtship hadn’t lasted for long, having only just begun when the siege of Charles Town, South Carolina, left her stranded in the city.

Elizabeth Sullivan was concerned for her brothers, battling for American liberty; for her father, masquerading as a loyalist; and for family and friends, forced to choose between beliefs.

However, her biggest concern was for Jedediah, the love of her life.

She wants him back, and will stop at nothing to have a piece of him forever.

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2020
ISBN: 978-0998162577
Publisher: Mystic Owl Publishing
Emily's Vow

There is nothing that Emily Sullivan dreads more than losing her life in childbirth, just like her twin sister and their mother.

Imprisoned for the ills of her privateering father, Emily’s accuser and old flame offers to rescue her if she accepts his hand in marriage.

Frank Thomson gave his heart to Emily, although the love was unrequited.

A dedicated mole masquerading as a loyalist officer, Frank challenges Emily’s accuser to a fight after he finds out about her predicament.

Released from incarceration, will Emily reciprocate the love to her hero: the love of her life who wed her twin to rescue her family's name?

Will Frank’s cover be blown?

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2020
ISBN: 978-1735374819
Publisher: Mystic Owl Publishing
Amy's Choice

Benjamin Hanson, the man with the keys to Amy Abernathy's heart, goes to battle in the American Revolutionary War without saying a word to her.

Determined to rebuild her life, Amy leaves Charles Town and goes to assist her sister who has a child.

Although he knows full well that he shattered Amy’s heart, Benjamin knows that he’ll have to make amends once his assignment is over.

However, when he discovers that Amy has been detained by renegade soldiers, Benjamin is faced with a difficult choice.

Will he rescue the stubborn and spirited lady that he loves, or will he safeguard Charles Town from the vindictive British siege?

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2020
ISBN: 978-1735466958
Publisher: Mystic Owl Publishing
Samantha's Secret

Samantha McAlester, a midwife and shaman, moves back to Charles Towne after serving in the front lines, only to find the town besieged by the British, and the new doctor at loggerheads with the locals.

Dr. Trent Cunningham is passionate about establishing a hospital run by learned physicians.

The last thing that he needs is a stunning charlatan handing out herbs and using quackery on his patients, whilst luring him at every opportunity.

When a mutual friend comes down with a strange infection, Trenton is left puzzled.

Samantha however feels that the cure will uncover her well-hidden secret, compromising everything she relishes—including Trenton.

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2020
ISBN: 978-1735374871
Publisher: Mystic Owl Publishing
Evelyn's Promise

Set on creating her own path in the new independent America and living on her own terms, away from the wishes of another husband, widow Evelyn Hamilton is confronted with high post-war inflation in her endeavor to meet the needs of herself and her young son.

Militiaman Nathaniel is set on one thing and one thing alone; to make his wealth on the New Frontier.

However, while on a short stay in Charlestown, a sharp and stunning widow steals his heart.

Now swept off his feet, Nathanial is forced to make what is arguably the toughest hardest decision of his entire life.

Author: Betty Bolte
First Release: 2020
ISBN: 978-1-7354669-0-3
Publisher: Mystic Owl Publishing