In this episode of The Christian Romance Podcast, Kelly chats with debut author Jacqueline Adam—whose heart-pounding stories are packed with suspense, faith, and emotional depth. Jacqueline shares how a chance conversation on a soccer field changed her life, and how God opened doors through persistence, prayer, and yes, Nerf wars at home! They dive into her upcoming romantic suspense Kidnapped for Ransom, a riveting story about a widowed mom, a missing fortune in diamonds, and a cop-next-door who might just be her second chance at love.



Whether you love thrilling plots, swoony heroes, or seeing how God shows up when everything falls apart, this one’s for you.







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Meet Jacqueline Adam















Married for over twenty years and a mother of two fantastic kids, Jacqueline Adam has a passion for adventure. From hiking to ziplining to white water rafting, she embraces new experiences and then weaves that energy into her writing. Her debut novel Targeted Witness was a Publishers Weekly bestseller and went on to be a Semi-Finalist for the ACFW Carol Award. She has now completed her second novel, Kidnapped for Ransom which is currently available for preorders and will hit shelves October 28th 2025.  







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Bible Verse for Encouragement








“Some trust in chariots, and some in horses;But we will remember the name of the Lord our God.”—Psalm 20:7 (NKJV)








Jaqueline's New Book: Kidnapped for Ransom















Abduction is only the beginning…Will murder be next?Doctor Chelsea Eidman thought she’d finally escaped the perils of her late husband’s secret life as a diamond thief—until his former accomplice attacks her. The danger escalates when a vengeful mobster kidnaps Chelsea’s daughter and friend, demanding the stolen diamonds in exchange for their lives. To recover the gems, Chelsea joins forces with officer Matt Reynolds, whose sister has also been abducted. As they race against time, they find themselves in deadly pursuits across harsh terrain. With everything on the line, Chelsea and Matt must outsmart their enemies and unravel a web of lies…before their families pay the ultimate price.From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.







💞 Tropes in Kidnapped for Ransom




Best friend’s older brother



Forced proximity



Second chances



Suspense with a twist of faith



Single mom heroine



Hidden pasts



Enemies to allies



Redemption arc



Small-town setting



He protects her / she saves herself vibes








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