Laurel Ridge

After witnessing a violent crime, Catlin (Kit) McCormick is on the run. She' s determined to lie low, find family that' s unaware of her existence, and start fresh in the beautiful mountain town of Laurel Ridge. But disappearing is harder than she thought, especially when one of the first people she runs into is handsome U.S. Marshal, Cameron Grainger. There's no escaping the Marshal because he and Catlin are more closely connected than either realizes. Cameron has trust issues and trouble of his own. He' s currently on leave and recovering from wounds suffered while on duty. Plus, his service in Afghanistan has left him emotionally scarred and doubting his own judgement. When the mysterious woman with hazel eyes and bruises on her neck collapses on the floor of his aunt's bed-and-breakfast, he's both intrigued and wary. Will Catlin risk her identity being discovered and explore the overwhelming feelings she has for Cameron? Can Cameron trust his instincts enough to let down his guard and follow his heart? Intrigue, danger and the questions of trust and loyalty keep the pages turning in this inspirational romantic suspense- a standalone follow-up to Someone to Trust.

When a high-profile scandal sends Manhattan public relations executive Grace Anderson fleeing from the media storm and the wreckage of her career, she seeks refuge in the remote mountain town of Laurel Ridge, West Virginia. What was meant to be an escape from the noise and chaos of her past quickly becomes a journey of healing, transformation, and unexpected love.Grace's fast-paced, high-achieving life once defined her. But in the charming town of Laurel Ridge, nestled between the quiet woods and the flowing waters of the New River, she's confronted with a slower, simpler way of living-one that stands in stark contrast to the New York City skyline she left behind. Her solitary retreat leads her to Ben Turner, a rugged outdoor guide whose steady faith and quiet strength offer Grace something she didn't know she needed: hope.As Grace starts to acclimate to the rhythms of small-town life, from kayaking along scenic riverbanks to attending the local Harvest Festival, an undeniable connection forms between her and Ben-a connection rooted in mutual respect, shared heartaches, and a growing faith that there might be more to life than the pursuit of relentless ambition. But just as Grace is finding her footing, her past resurfaces, pulling her back into the high-stakes world she thought she left behind.Torn between the allure of redemption in her old life and the peace she's found in Laurel Ridge, Grace must make a choice: return to the corporate pressures of her former success or embrace the unexpected love, faith, and newfound community that offer her a chance to discover true grace.Fans of sweet, clean, inspirational romance will fall in love with this poignant, uplifting romance of second chances and the power of faith.Perfect for readers who enjoy:Clean, heartwarming romance with a message of hopeStrong, faith-based themes of healing, redemption, and loveA charming small-town setting full of warmth and communityCharacters who find second chances in unexpected placesWill Grace choose the life she left behind? Or find a new one rooted in love, faith, and the simple beauty of the mountains?Discover the power of love, faith, and fresh starts in Finding Grace-an inspirational journey to finding true happiness where you least expect it.

In the small town of Laurel Ridge, nestled deep in the Appalachian Mountains, winter is both beautiful and unforgiving. For Debbie Ferguson, a dedicated traveling nurse and single mother, life in her remote cabin with her twin teenagers is quiet and manageable-until a massive winter storm threatens everything she's built.Debbie has spent years focusing on her kids and her career, keeping love at a distance after her painful divorce. But when Caleb Warren, a gruff, solitary local, crashes his truck near her property during the height of the storm, she has no choice but to take him in. Injured, dazed, and stranded, Caleb has nowhere to go-and Debbie's compassionate heart won't allow her to turn him away.As the blizzard rages, Debbie and Caleb are forced to rely on each other for warmth and survival. In the tight quarters of her cozy cabin, Caleb's tough exterior begins to thaw, revealing a man burdened by grief and loss, struggling to rebuild his life. Debbie's gentle strength helps him confront the wounds he's hidden for so long, and together they discover that healing can come from the most unexpected places.While Debbie's children warm up to Caleb's protective presence, Debbie finds her own guarded heart beginning to soften. As she and Caleb face their brokenness and share their faith, a spark ignites between them-a connection as undeniable as it is unexpected. But guilt from Caleb's past looms, holding him back from the love he's beginning to feel.In Snowbound Blessings, Book 5 of the heartwarming Laurel Ridge Series, journey with Debbie and Caleb as they learn that even the coldest storms can reveal God's warmth and grace. This inspiring romance about love, faith, and the power of second chances will remind you that sometimes, God's greatest blessings arrive at just the right moment.Perfect for fans of inspirational small-town romances, Snowbound Blessings will wrap you in its warmth and remind you of the beauty of hope and healing-even in the deepest winter.

In the shadows of sacrifice, true strength isn't found in standing alone, but in the courage to lean on someone else.When Sheriff's Deputy Reed Dunbar responds to Hannah Gentry's emergency call, he never expects to find his path to redemption in her quiet strength. Haunted by a past tragedy where he failed to protect a young mother, Reed has dedicated himself to safeguarding Laurel Ridge-and keeping his heart sealed behind walls of guilt.Hannah has surrendered her photography dreams to care for her wheelchair-bound mother, building a fortress of self-reliance that leaves no room for vulnerability or love. But when her mother's health crisis shatters her carefully constructed world, Hannah faces an impossible choice: maintain her fierce independence or accept the shelter offered in Reed's arms.As mounting medical bills and unspoken fears threaten to overwhelm them both, Hannah and Reed must confront their deepest wounds to discover if faith can truly heal what's broken. In the embrace of their close-knit Laurel Ridge, West Virginia community, they'll learn that sometimes the strongest shelters are built by two damaged hearts coming together.Perfect for readers who love:Small-town romance with faith at its coreProtective heroes with wounds to healStrong, independent heroines learning to accept helpFound family and supportive communitySecond chance at dreams and loveFor readers who appreciate emotional depth, authentic faith journeys, and the healing power of love.

She rebuilt her life from the ashes of a broken marriage. Now the fire that destroys her restaurant might be exactly what brings them back together.Sue Smith has spent six years proving she doesn't need anyone-especially not her ex-husband. As the beloved owner of Sue's Pizza in small-town Laurel Ridge, West Virginia, she's created a thriving business, raised their daughter, and built walls around her heart that no amount of charm can breach. She's survived Steve Johnson once. She won't make that mistake again.Fire Chief Steve Johnson knows he destroyed the best thing in his life when he chose career ambition over his family. For six years, he's carried the weight of his failures and worked to become the man he should have been all along. But saying you've changed and proving it are two very different things-especially to a woman who has every reason not to believe you.When a devastating fire guts Sue's restaurant, Steve shows up not as her ex-husband, but as the man who refuses to let her face this crisis alone. What begins as professional courtesy becomes something neither of them expected: a second chance neither asked for but both desperately need.As Steve organizes a community fundraiser, helps navigate insurance nightmares, and shows up day after day with quiet consistency, Sue's carefully constructed walls begin to crack. But when Steve receives a lucrative job offer that could resurrect all the old patterns that destroyed their marriage, Sue must decide: Is this proof that people never really change, or is faith believing in redemption even when you're terrified of being wrong?Set against the backdrop of a close-knit Appalachian community where everyone knows your story and Christmas miracles feel possible, this is a story about the courage it takes to forgive, the humility required to earn back trust, and the faith that believes God can make all things new-even broken marriages and wounded hearts.Themes Of:Forgiveness and redemptionindependence vs. vulnerabilitylearning to trust againfaith as foundation for lovethe power of community supportchoosing people over ambitionA heartwarming, faith-filled contemporary romance that proves love is worth fighting for-even the second time around.

Sometimes the most beautiful Christmas miracles happen when broken hearts find their way home.Robin Fitch thought she had everything figured out-a thriving nursing career in small-town Laurel Ridge, West Virginia, and a heart safely protected from the kind of love that leaves you breathless and broken. But when she's assigned to provide in-home care for Jake Gibson after his devastating farm accident, she walks straight into her past and comes face-to-face with Wyatt Gibson, the forest ranger who took her heart with him twelve years ago and never looked back.Wyatt built his life around solitude and the wilderness, choosing the peacefulness of forestry service and the dangerous isolation of wildland firefighting in West Virginia over the messy complications of family and forever. But Jake's injuries shatter his carefully constructed world and force him home to Gibson's Tree Farm during their make-or-break Christmas season. With the family legacy hanging by a thread and hundreds of families depending on their perfect holiday traditions, Wyatt discovers he needs help from the one woman he never stopped loving-and never thought he deserved.As snow falls over the rolling Christmas tree groves and the magic of the holiday season weaves through their days, Robin and Wyatt must navigate the tender space between professional duty and matters of the heart. Working side by side to assist Jake's recovery and the farm's survival, they rediscover the deep connection that time and distance couldn't destroy. But with Wyatt's Forestry Service career calling him back with a new job offer, can they find the courage to trust in second chances and the faith to believe that some love stories are worth the risk?This heartwarming contemporary Christian romance features the beloved tropes readers adore:Second chance romance with childhood sweethearts reunitedForced proximity through professional caregivingSmall-town Christmas magic and holiday atmosphereWorking together to save a family businessHero torn between career and homeHeroine who's built walls around her heartFamily crisis bringing people togetherFaith journey and spiritual growthChristmas tree farm setting with cozy winter vibesPerfect for fans who enjoy all the Christmas feels with a love story that celebrates both independence and partnership.Reader Promise: Experience a tender second-chance romance set against the magical backdrop of a West Virginia Christmas tree farm, where faith, family, and community create the perfect foundation for a love story that will warm your heart and restore your belief in Christmas miracles. This clean, sweet romance offers the beloved small-town holiday atmosphere with characters who face real challenges, grow through genuine spiritual struggles, and find their happily ever after through courage, forgiveness, and trust in God's perfect timing.

Can love return from a Christmas past? After a painful divorce, Elise Raines moves to the quiet mountain town of Laurel Ridge, determined to rebuild her life for herself and her young daughter, Amelia. Planning her cousin' s Christmas wedding seems like the perfect distraction...until Jaxson Bleu, her childhood sweetheart and now a country music superstar, returns to town. The boy she walked away from is back, his heart transformed by newfound belief. But their reunion stirs up old wounds and an undeniable spark. When Elise discovers a mysterious, silent child in the roadside brush, their lives take an unexpected turn. As they race to uncover the boy' s identity, Elise and Jaxson are drawn into a dangerous web of secrets that threatens their safety and the fragile trust they' re starting to rebuild. Jaxson never expected to face the woman who broke his heart, but as they work together to protect the child, he realizes his journey isn' t just about redemption; it' s about proving he' s finally the man Elise always deserved. Yet Elise harbors a secret of her own, one that could shatter their second chance before it even begins. With danger closing in, can they find the courage to forgive, the strength to protect the innocent, and the faith to fight for a love they were always meant to share? A heart-pounding Christian romance set in the Smoky Mountains, Someone from Christmas Past is a story of redemption, faith, and the enduring power of love. Perfect for fans of: inspirational fiction, adorable children, and small-town holiday stories.

Grief took everything from Emma Whitman-her fiancé, her faith, and her sense of purpose. Seeking solace, she returns to her hometown of Laurel Ridge, West Virginia, hoping to leave the pain behind. But when she crosses paths with Mark Thompson, a widower and devoted father, Emma's plans to stay guarded and distant are tested by the warmth of the small town, the kindness of its people, and the quiet strength of the man who stirs her heart.Mark Thompson knows all too well the ache of loss. After his wife passed away, his focus became raising his young daughter, Olivia, and trusting in God's plan for their future. But when Emma reappears in his life, she awakens feelings he thought were long buried. As the holiday season unfolds, their connection deepens through shared moments-from ice skating under a blanket of snow to decorating Christmas trees in the glow of twinkling lights.Yet as Emma struggles with the memories of her past and the physical scar that serves as a painful reminder, she finds herself torn between the fear of losing love again and the possibility of a future filled with faith, hope, and new beginnings. Can she open her heart to Mark and Olivia and trust that love can heal even the deepest wounds?Love Redeemed is a heartwarming Inspirational romance about second chances, the power of faith, and discovering that true love, guided by God's plan, can bring healing even after life's hardest trials. Perfect for readers who enjoy small-town charm, gentle romance, and inspirational stories of hope.Fans of sweet, clean, inspirational romance will find Love Redeemed a heartwarming and emotionally resonant story of faith, grace, and the gentle pursuit of healing.Perfect for readers who love:Heartwarming inspirational romanceSmall-town settings with tight-knit communitiesHoliday romance with Christmas charmStories of faith and second chancesGentle, sweet romance with emotional depthCharacters healing from grief and finding loveFamily-focused relationships and father-daughter bonds

A bestselling author. A vibrant orchard owner. An unexpected love that will renew their faith-and change their lives forever. Luke Carter is a bestselling author who's lost his spark. Battling writer's block and still grieving the loss of his wife, he retreats to the peaceful town of Laurel Ridge, hoping the quiet will reignite his creativity. But what he doesn't expect is to find a whole new kind of inspiration in Wendy Lane, the hardworking owner of Nature's Gifts orchard. Wendy has built a life rooted in faith and family, but when it comes to love, she's always kept her heart at arm's length. Luke's arrival stirs something in her that she hasn't felt in years, yet she fears he's just passing through-until she sees that his time in Laurel Ridge is changing him in ways neither of them imagined. As the crisp autumn air settles over the town and Luke begins to rediscover both his passion for writing and his faith, an unexpected opportunity arises-a career-defining book tour that could take him away from the life, and love, he's just beginning to build. Now Luke and Wendy must both trust that God's plan is greater than their fears and take a leap of faith toward a future filled with hope. Fans of Sweet, Clean, Christian Romance that are easy reads will fall in love with Season of Hope. If you enjoy heartwarming, faith-filled romances set in charming small towns, this inspirational novel is for you. If you like:Sweet, clean romances with emotional depthSecond chances at loveSmall-town settings with charming, relatable charactersUplifting stories that weave faith into everyday life Then you'll love Season of Hope! Get ready to be swept away by this heartwarming story of faith, love, and new beginnings.