Diese Autorin, die von einer lebenslangen Liebe zu Büchern genährt wurde, leitet diese Leidenschaft in ihr Schreiben ein. Ihre Werke erforschen die tiefgreifende Kraft göttlicher und menschlicher Liebe und befassen sich mit tiefen emotionalen Verbindungen und spirituellen Überzeugungen. Durch ihre Erzählungen teilt sie eine lebenslange literarische Erkenntnis und die Suche nach Bedeutung und bietet den Lesern fesselnde und bereichernde Geschichten, die mit Wärme und Einsicht ansprechen.
No one is more surprised than Sunny Adams when Noah Whitmore proposes. Sunny is a scarlet woman and an unwed mother--an outcast even in her small Quaker community. In Sunny, Noah, a former Union soldier, sees a woman whose loneliness matches his own. When they arrive in Wisconsin, he'll see that she and her baby daughter want for nothing--except for the love that war burned out of his heart.
Set against the backdrop of the Civil War and the Great Chicago Fire, the story follows widow Jessie Wagstaff as she navigates life alone with her son, Linc. Struggling with the challenges of single motherhood, she faces her hesitations about allowing Lee Smith, a stranger who befriends Linc, into their lives. As the fire tests the community's resilience, Jessie must confront her fears and the possibility of new beginnings amidst the chaos.
Set in 1846, the story follows young widow Mariel as she navigates the challenges of a new life in Texas after her difficult journey from Germany. Struggling under a harsh master, she is determined to escape her servitude and confront the daunting frontier alone. The narrative explores themes of resilience and independence as Mariel seeks to forge her own path in a land full of uncertainty.
When unexpected circumstances leave Honor Penworthy destitute after the death of her grandfather, she is forced to leave her Maryland plantation--and the slaves she hoped to free--and seek refuge with a distant relative. With no marketable skills, her survival hinges on a marriage arranged through the Quaker community to local glass artisan Samuel Cathwell. Samuel is drawn to Honor, but he has been unwilling to open his heart to anyone since scarlet fever took his hearing as a child.A move west brings the promise of a fresh start, but nothing in Honor's genteel upbringing has prepared her for the rigors of frontier life with Samuel. Nevertheless, her tenacity and passion sweep her into important winds of change, and she becomes increasingly--though secretly--involved in the Underground Railroad. Samuel suspects Honor is hiding something, but will uncovering the truth confirm his worst fears or truly bring them together as man and wife?Set against the backdrop of dramatic and pivotal moments in American history, the Quaker Brides series chronicles the lives of three brave heroines, fighting to uphold their principles of freedom while navigating the terrain of faith, family, and the heart.
Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous West, this novel weaves a tale of faith and duty as a proud Tejano woman and an American cowboy navigate their destinies. Their love story unfolds during significant historical events, including the famed stand at the Alamo, which play a crucial role in Texas's journey to statehood. Recognized as a 2006 Rita Award finalist, it highlights the depth of inspirational fiction through the struggles and triumphs of its characters.
Set against the backdrop of Texas wilderness, a New Orleans woman and a half-breed frontiersman forge an unexpected partnership. Their journey reveals the challenges of survival in a rugged landscape, as they navigate cultural differences and personal struggles. Together, they confront external dangers and discover the strength of their bond, highlighting themes of resilience and friendship amidst adversity.