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Protecting them was his job, loving her wasn't. Still raw with grief after their father's funeral, Maude Lancaster and her two younger sisters refuse an ultimatum from their ill-intentioned uncle. Since it's a new century and women can travel unchaperoned, they decide to flee out west to live with their older brother. Their aunt hires Charles for protection, but Maude soon finds that her greatest danger is in losing her heart to a man she may never see again. Former Pinkerton agent Charles Merrick has an opportunity for a new job in San Francisco. When his mother's friend asks to hire him to escort her three nieces across the country, he agrees. Their destination is only a little out of his way. But Charles faces a stumbling block in his attraction to Maude. He's never felt such a connection with a woman before, but they've only known each other a few days. It's too soon for there to be anything real between them. He can continue on to his dream job, or he can stay to see if Maude is the one. He can't do both. Books in the Lilac City Novella SeriesLancaster Legacy SeriesFour interconnected stories of hope, hardship, and the healing power of love, following three sisters—and the brother who risks everything to protect them.A Match for MaudeA Dandy for DorisA Lady for LukeA Fella for FrancesResilient Kendricks SeriesAs old wounds heal and new lives take root, a second wave of love, courage, and transformation comes to Lilac City.An Equal for EdithAn Angel for AbeAn Enigma for EdgarA Wildcat for Willie

One daring rescue. Two rivals. A schoolteacher's dilemma. Sparks fly when ruggedly handsome rancher Marshall Breckinridge saves Doris Lancaster from an attempted kidnapping. She can't seem to get him out of her mind, and teaching his two sweet little girls doesn't help. Unfortunately, the widowed rancher hasn't spoken to Doris since he rescued her. She, however, is determined to break through his tough exterior. Marshall finds himself increasingly drawn to the much-younger schoolmarm, but he's worried his overbearing personality could be a danger to her gentle spirit. Then his smooth-talking cousin arrives on the scene and sets his sights on Doris. Can Marshall overcome his fears and open himself up to love once again? Or will Doris be swept off her feet by the charming newcomer? Volume 1: The Lancaster LegacyFour interconnected stories of hope, hardship, and the healing power of love, following three sisters—and the brother who risks everything to protect them.• A Match for Maude• A Dandy for Doris• A Lady for Luke• A Fella for FrancesVolume 2: The Resilient KendricksAs old wounds heal and new lives take root, a second wave of love, courage, and transformation comes to Lilac City.• An Equal for Edith• An Angel for Abe• An Enigma for Edgar​• A Wildcat for Willie (coming 2025)

He's rebuilding his life on the frontier. She's running from her past. Can love give them a future? After years of hard work, rancher Luke Hamblin has built a life of his own in Wyoming territory. With his younger sisters recently joining him, he's rediscovered the joy of family—until an early, brutal winter brings trouble. His cattle are falling prey to mysterious attacks, and Luke suspects something more sinister is at work. Amid the chaos, he's drawn to Judith Breckinridge, his brother-in-law's captivating yet guarded sister. Judith fled Eastern high society after her father's disgrace shatters her engagement. Seeking a fresh start with her brother in Lilac City, she agrees to help Luke organize the Christmas Fair. But as their partnership grows, so does the danger. Whispers of wolves and sabotage swirl as Luke's losses mount, pulling Judith into a web of peril she never expected. With the Christmas Fair fast approaching, Luke must confront threats to his ranch and Judith's fear that she can never be more than a felon's daughter. Books in the Lilac City Novella SeriesLancaster Legacy SeriesFour interconnected stories of hope, hardship, and the healing power of love, following three sisters—and the brother who risks everything to protect them.A Match for MaudeA Dandy for DorisA Lady for LukeA Fella for FrancesResilient Kendricks SeriesAs old wounds heal and new lives take root, a second wave of love, courage, and transformation comes to Lilac City.An Equal for EdithAn Angel for AbeAn Enigma for EdgarA Wildcat for Willie

Never underestimate a woman who has a rifle and is seeking justice.It's a new century, and Frances Lancaster is determined to take control of her future. She's tired of being a pawn in her uncle's odious ploys—especially now she suspects him of poisoning her father. To complicate her plans, her older siblings keep treating her like a child. She might only be nineteen, but with the help of her best friend, Nick, she's determined to make the murderer pay. That means she's going to have to do something outrageous and unexpected.Nick Reynolds has been in love with Frances for months. She might have declared she'll never marry, but he's a patient man. He'll settle for being her best friend because, for him, it's either Frances or no one. When she asks him to help her by becoming her "e;temporary"e; husband so she can claim her inheritance, he can't refuse. He'll do whatever she needs to bring her conniving uncle to justice. But will Nick's heart survive when he has to let her go? Volume 1: The Lancaster LegacyFour interconnected stories of hope, hardship, and the healing power of love, following three sisters—and the brother who risks everything to protect them.• A Match for Maude• A Dandy for Doris• A Lady for Luke• A Fella for FrancesVolume 2: The Resilient KendricksAs old wounds heal and new lives take root, a second wave of love, courage, and transformation comes to Lilac City.• An Equal for Edith• An Angel for Abe• An Enigma for Edgar​• A Wildcat for Willie

In the early 1900s, three sisters dare to claim their own futures—and ignite a firestorm of love that transforms an entire Wyoming frontier town.Maude & Charles — Protecting them was his job. Loving her wasn't.Doris & Marshall — One daring rescue. Two rivals. A schoolteacher's dilemma.Luke & Judith — He saw her pain when everyone else saw her pride.Frances & Nick — Never underestimate a woman who has a rifle and is seeking justice. Four interconnected romances where an uncle's scheming threatens their freedom but love gives them wings to fight back.

She can't leave; he can't stay. How do you choose between your heart and your responsibilities? Merry Hurst, a fierce widow and single mom, is determined to give her young son the life he deserves—including a male role model who will stick around for the long haul. She can't afford to fall for a man who isn't planning to stay in Huckleberry Falls, so she might as well stop dreaming about Carlisle Wyndham. If only it were that easy! Carlisle Wyndham is determined to develop the avalanche-proof transceiver that could have saved his wife's life. He's glad his daughter has made a new friend, but they're only staying in Huckleberry Falls long enough to complete the project. When he meets the young boy's mother, Carlisle's not prepared for how alive she makes him feel. But he has pressing responsibilities pulling him back to England while Merry's require her to stay. Do they dare risk getting involved only to say goodbye? Books Written in the Huckleberry Falls WorldHuckleberry Falls Romances by Donna K. Weaver• Merry and the Gentleman• A Christmas Waltz for Linda• How Mr. Grinchly Found Christmas• Nigel's Silver Belle• Autumn Do You Know• Keith's First Noel (coming 2026)Huckleberry Falls Holiday Romances• Sleigh Ride with the Cowboy by Jen Peters• 12 Days of Christmas Chaos by Wendy Knight• Deck the Halls by Leah Sanders• Pinecones and Huckleberries by Emily Dashmore

Spinster Edith Vosburg may yet find love but in the most unexpected place… amidst the rubble of an earthquake.After the death of his wife last year, Dr. George Rasmussen decides he needs a fresh start. When he interviews for a position in a small Wyoming cow town, he discovers that his late wife's dear friend, Edith, lives there. He's impressed by her but tells himself he's too busy caring for his three children to consider anything more than friendship.Edith is perfectly happy as a spinster. Or so she says. When she sees George again after so many years, she's surprised at the spark of attraction. She puts the thought out of her head, determined not to betray her friend's memory.When Edith travels to San Francisco with friends and George accompanies them to collect his children, disaster strikes. Surrounded by the destruction of the massive earthquake, with fires raging all around, the two are thrown together, fighting to survive.Yet from the devastation, emerges hope for a possible new future—one Edith has always wanted. One with a family of her own.But only if she can let go of the past... Books in the Lilac City Novella SeriesLancaster Legacy SeriesFour interconnected stories of hope, hardship, and the healing power of love, following three sisters—and the brother who risks everything to protect them.A Match for MaudeA Dandy for DorisA Lady for LukeA Fella for FrancesResilient Kendricks SeriesAs old wounds heal and new lives take root, a second wave of love, courage, and transformation comes to Lilac City.An Equal for EdithAn Angel for AbeAn Enigma for EdgarA Wildcat for Willie

Will they embrace the chance to rewrite their love story, or will the haunting shadows of the past keep them apart forever? Walt Kinkade left for acting school with a promise to love Linda forever. She never heard from him again. Thirty-five years later and a famed actor at a crossroads in his career, he's back in Huckleberry Falls, hoping to heal and make amends. Though a widow now, he learns that Linda moved on long ago and found love again. Walt never did. Seeing Linda makes him want to do more than be friends, but why would she trust a man who ditched her and disappeared without a word? Linda Jackson has everything she needs—great children and grandchildren who light up her life, and wonderful memories of over three decades with her late husband. But an old photograph of the lost love of her youth keeps popping up, reminding her of a time which nearly destroyed her. Then the man himself shows up as a guest at her married daughter's home. Seeing Walt and learning the truth stirs something in Linda that she thought she'd never feel again. Does she dare give him a chance to break her heart a second time? Books Written in the Huckleberry Falls WorldHuckleberry Falls Romances by Donna K. Weaver·        Merry and the Gentleman·        A Christmas Waltz for Linda·        How Mr. Grinchly Found Christmas·        Nigel's Silver Belle·        Autumn Do You Know·        Keith's First Noel (coming 2026) Huckleberry Falls Holiday Romances·        Sleigh Ride with the Cowboy by Jen Peters·        12 Days of Christmas Chaos by Wendy Knight·        Deck the Halls by Leah Sanders·        Pinecones and Huckleberries by Emily Dashmore

Where love blossoms but dreams collide. Lia's father inherits a transplanted Irish castle in the idyllic Pacific Northwest. Pausing her plans to open a dessert café with a friend in California, she commits to spend the summer helping her family with renovations. She discovers the estate comes with two unexpected surprises: a restless ghost—and her old crush, Coop, the handsome groundskeeper. Lia finds herself tangled in a web of old affections, especially when Coop sets out to untangle her knotted heart. But he is as committed to the estate as the resident ghost, while her long-held plans are waiting for her hundreds of miles away. Fearing the specter's escalating activities could derail events at the castle, Lia and Coop must unearth what keeps him bound to the estate. All while facing a heart-wrenching decision: pursue separate futures or stake their cherished dreams against a love that only promises a new beginning. Wildstone Romance SeriesGhost of an InheritanceSaving the FirefighterDon't Kiss the PrincessBallads of Wildstone – Short Stories* The Lantern Keeper's Letters (More to come)

At Christmas, a man with a name like Ebenezer Grinchly isn't likely to find any holiday cheer… much less love. Right? Eb's ex-wife just left her excess baggage on his doorstep, and he's found out he has a daughter—and he couldn't be more thrilled. Not about his ex-wife lying to him four years ago about the child being his, but about the gift of a second chance at fatherhood. Unfortunately, he knows absolutely nothing about little girls. But the woman he's wanted to date for months sweeps in to help. A lot of people think Eb is a grump like his name implies, but his friend Sandra Faragher knows better. He's a good guy, only a little rigid and stuck in a rut. It's her goal to help him out of it. She doesn't expect to fall for the hot, nerdy dad he suddenly turns into, and his sweet interactions with his surprise daughter only make him more attractive. Sandra can almost believe her dream could come true. But Sandra has a secret even her famous boss doesn't know about. For her to get her dream, Eb will have to sacrifice his. Books Written in the Huckleberry Falls WorldHuckleberry Falls Romances by Donna K. Weaver·        Merry and the Gentleman·        A Christmas Waltz for Linda·        How Mr. Grinchly Found Christmas·        Nigel's Silver Belle·        Autumn Do You Know·        Keith's First Noel (coming 2026) Huckleberry Falls Holiday Romances·        Sleigh Ride with the Cowboy by Jen Peters·        12 Days of Christmas Chaos by Wendy Knight·        Deck the Halls by Leah Sanders·        Pinecones and Huckleberries by Emily Dashmore

Snowflakes and Sweethearts: Love Finds a Way in Huckleberry FallsThree stories of second chances at Christmas. Huckleberry Falls is where the holiday season brings more than just festive cheer—it's a time for heartfelt romance and second chances. In this enchanting collection, snowflakes and sweethearts intertwine to weave tales of love about people who dare to do more than dream of a happy-ever-after.Merry and the Gentleman - She can't leave. He can't stay. How do you choose between your heart and your responsibilities?A Christmas Waltz for Linda - Will they embrace the chance to rewrite their love story, or will the haunting shadows of the past keep them apart forever?How Mr. Grinchly Found Christmas - At Christmas, a man with a name like Ebenezer Grinchly isn't likely to find any holiday cheer… much less love. Right? Books Written in the Huckleberry Falls WorldHuckleberry Falls Romances by Donna K. Weaver·        Merry and the Gentleman·        A Christmas Waltz for Linda·        How Mr. Grinchly Found Christmas·        Nigel's Silver Belle·        Autumn Do You Know (coming 2025) Huckleberry Falls Holiday Romances·        Sleigh Ride with the Cowboy by Jen Peters·        12 Days of Christmas Chaos by Wendy Knight·        Deck the Halls by Leah Sanders·        Pinecones and Huckleberries by Emily Dashmore

He rescues people from danger. Can she convince him to save himself? Trace Barton has everything he could want, except for one thing: a special someone to share it all with. But when an old crush reenters his life, he must decide if he's willing to risk their friendship for a shot at something more. Meanwhile, Brooke Howe has been searching for answers about her past ever since her father passed away. When she discovers a shocking secret, she sets out on a journey to find the truth. Little does she know that she'll also find an old friend, the charming and handsome Trace. But as their relationship heats up, Brooke realizes that Trace has some deep-seated issues he's not willing to face. Will their love be enough to overcome the obstacles in their way? Or will Brooke be forced to say goodbye to the man she's come to care for so deeply? Wildstone Romance SeriesGhost of an InheritanceSaving the FirefighterDon't Kiss the PrincessBallads of Wildstone – Short Stories* The Lantern Keeper's Letters (More to come)

Love, loyalty, and a royal charade intertwine across two worlds, but will a daring game of pretend lead to an unexpected happily ever after? Heath Savage's life at his family's relocated Irish castle in the picturesque landscapes of Washington is idyllic. When he has an opportunity to work remotely for a prestigious gaming company, his life is almost a dream come true. Now if he could overcome his lingering crush on his sister's best friend. Quinn O'Brien, a gifted photographer, relishes her time on the staff at the Savage Citadel, especially the captivating moments spent with charming Heath Savage. But her heart is tethered by conflicting dreams. He is resolute to live near his family while she believes her destiny lies beyond the castle walls. Then life sends Quinn a twist in the form of her previously unknown biological father—the king of Glenloria. When he sends a duke to the castle to woo her back to his kingdom, she makes a bold move to protect herself. As Quinn and Heath play out their captivating pretense, they become enmeshed in a complex tapestry of converging paths and divergent dreams. Will Quinn and Heath seize their chance at happiness, or will their fairy tale end before it even begins? Wildstone Romance SeriesGhost of an InheritanceSaving the FirefighterDon't Kiss the PrincessBallads of Wildstone – Short Stories* The Lantern Keeper's Letters (More to come)

Love doesn't have an age limit—only a leap of faith. Nigel Wyndham, the 19th Earl of Birkenmor, is captivated by the elegant woman he meets in a small-town bookstore in Huckleberry Falls, Wyoming. Trish is charming, quick-witted, and a devoted fan of the Misty Vale novels—a series he grew to love after the death of his first wife. But just whenever they begin to grow close, she pulls away, leaving him more intrigued than ever. Widowed for a decade, Trish has learned the pain of loss and is determined not to let her heart get entangled with the captivating English earl. Yet, when he invites her to join him and his family on a trip to the Cotswolds—the very setting of the Misty Vale book she's struggling to finish—she finds herself unable to resist. In the heart of England, amid the picturesque charm of the Cotswolds, Nigel offers Trish a glimpse of the love she has long believed is out of reach. Yet, after four heartbreaks, does she dare to believe in happiness again—or will the fear of the inevitable loss win out? Books Written in the Huckleberry Falls WorldHuckleberry Falls Romances by Donna K. Weaver·        Merry and the Gentleman·        A Christmas Waltz for Linda·        How Mr. Grinchly Found Christmas·        Nigel's Silver Belle·        Autumn Do You Know·        Keith's First Noel (coming 2026) Huckleberry Falls Holiday Romances·        Sleigh Ride with the Cowboy by Jen Peters·        12 Days of Christmas Chaos by Wendy Knight·        Deck the Halls by Leah Sanders·        Pinecones and Huckleberries by Emily Dashmore

She survived the fire. He's still trapped in one.Sheriff Abe Vosburg has spent thirty years keeping Lilac City safe. While the worst days may be behind them, there's always another reckless cowboy itching to prove himself—and Abe's not sure how many more close calls he has left. With his sister newly married, the house they once shared feels too quiet, and the job that once gave him purpose now makes him wonder if he'll end up dying in it.Widow Hannah Kendrick arrives in Wyoming with her grown children and grandchildren, seeking peace after losing almost everything in the San Francisco earthquake. She's not looking for love—but the town's gruff sheriff stirs feelings she thought long dead.As danger creeps back into Lilac City, Abe must decide if he's ready to protect more than just the town—because Hannah's quiet courage might just be the reason he finally stops surviving... and starts living. Books in the Lilac City Novella SeriesLancaster Legacy SeriesFour interconnected stories of hope, hardship, and the healing power of love, following three sisters—and the brother who risks everything to protect them.A Match for MaudeA Dandy for DorisA Lady for LukeA Fella for FrancesResilient Kendricks SeriesAs old wounds heal and new lives take root, a second wave of love, courage, and transformation comes to Lilac City.An Equal for EdithAn Angel for AbeAn Enigma for EdgarA Wildcat for Willie

He's all rules and protocol. She's all instinct and heart. Until a hidden clue and a forgotten promise change everything. A misbehaving lantern leads lighting consultant Lanie Danvers to a mystery buried deep in the walls of Wildstone's historic Citadel. With reluctant help from preservation consultant Grayson Wynn, she uncovers a hidden love story. And something neither of them expected: connection. In a place built on legacy and stone, the past isn't as silent as it seems. A clean romantic mystery from Wildstone, where forgotten places whisper secrets and new beginnings wait to be found. Wildstone Romance SeriesGhost of an InheritanceSaving the FirefighterDon't Kiss the PrincessBallads of Wildstone – Short Stories* The Lantern Keeper's Letters (More to come)

Her memory is flawless. His past is not. Edgar Lowell has rebuilt his life in Lilac City, trading scandal for service as a respected attorney. With a possible judgeship looming, he has every reason to stay focused. Until a quiet, steady young widow with an extraordinary memory unsettles everything he thought he wanted. Laura Stanton has made a life of staying small. She keeps her head down, raising her children and working hard at the Lucky L Ranch. But when the town prosecutor notices her mind and not just her manners, she dares to hope that perhaps she's not destined to be invisible forever. Even as romance blooms, something darker stirs beneath the town's quiet charm. As Edgar uncovers shadows from the past, he finds himself caught between his ambition and love. Books in the Lilac City Novella Series Volume 1: The Lancaster LegacyFour interconnected stories of hope, hardship, and the healing power of love, following three sisters—and the brother who risks everything to protect them.• A Match for Maude• A Dandy for Doris• A Lady for Luke• A Fella for Frances Volume 2: The Resilient KendricksAs old wounds heal and new lives take root, a second wave of love, courage, and transformation comes to Lilac City.• An Equal for Edith• An Angel for Abe• An Enigma for Edgar• A Wildcat for Willie

One titled wildcat. One rugged cowboy. And a dangerous holiday they'll never forget.Lady Madeline Wycliffe may be a duke's daughter, but she's no damsel in distress. Banished to the Wyoming frontier by her father to break her spirit, Maddie is determined to choose her own future. When she learns her brother is already en route to drag her back to England, she makes her own wild marriage gamble.Willie Kendrick is a quiet cowboy with a gift for training dogs and a past he's trying to outrun. When the spirited Englishwoman who's captured his heart asks him to marry her, he doesn't hesitate. What begins as a desperate union is actually one of real love, passionate and true, but one that could be ripped from them with her brother's arrival.But as Christmas approaches, an unexpected danger threatens everything they hold dear. Books in the Lilac City Novella SeriesLancaster Legacy SeriesFour interconnected stories of hope, hardship, and the healing power of love, following three sisters—and the brother who risks everything to protect them.A Match for MaudeA Dandy for DorisA Lady for LukeA Fella for FrancesResilient Kendricks SeriesAs old wounds heal and new lives take root, a second wave of love, courage, and transformation comes to Lilac City.An Equal for EdithAn Angel for AbeAn Enigma for EdgarA Wildcat for Willie

When fear is the gatekeeper, can love still slip through?Autumn Donnelly vowed never to date until her children were grown. But when her a well-meaning friend pushes her into online dating, she reluctantly agrees. But only if her neighbor Chase Worthington signs up too. It's only a little harmless socializing. Right?Chase has been quietly in love with Autumn for months, and this dating challenge offers a chance to shield her from players and predators. He'll endure awkward meetups and flirty strangers if it means keeping an eye on the woman who's come to mean so much more than a friend.But as they navigate the hilarious disasters of modern dating together, Chase faces a choice: can he keep protecting her heart even if it can never be his?Books Written in the Huckleberry Falls WorldHuckleberry Falls Romances by Donna K. Weaver• Merry and the Gentleman• A Christmas Waltz for Linda• How Mr. Grinchly Found Christmas• Nigel's Silver Belle• Autumn Do You Know• Keith's First Noel (coming 2026)Huckleberry Falls Holiday Romances• Sleigh Ride with the Cowboy by Jen Peters• 12 Days of Christmas Chaos by Wendy Knight• Deck the Halls by Leah Sanders• Pinecones and Huckleberries by Emily DashmoreThis story was previously released as The Gift of a Child and The Forever Gift with different character names and location. While it has been revised, expanded, and integrated into the Huckleberry Falls universe, the heart of the story remains the same.Thank you for taking this journey with me again.

In the early 1900s, three sisters flee their uncle's deadly schemes—and ignite a firestorm of love that transforms an entire Wyoming frontier town.The Lancaster Legacy:Maude & Charles — Protecting them was his job. Loving her wasn't.Doris & Marshall — One daring rescue. Two rivals. A schoolteacher's dilemma.Luke & Judith — He saw her pain when everyone else saw her pride.Frances & Nick — Never underestimate a woman who has a rifle and is seeking justice. The Kendrick family has faced loss and hardship. But in Lilac City, old wounds heal, new beginnings beckon, and love blooms in the most unexpected hearts.The Resilient Kendricks:Edith & George — Spinster Edith Vosburg may yet find love but in the most unexpected place… amidst the rubble of an earthquake.Abe & Hannah — She survived the fire. He's still trapped in one.Edgar & Laura — Her memory is flawless. His past is not.Willie & Maddie — One titled wildcat. One rugged cowboy. And a dangerous holiday they'll never forget.Eight interconnected romances where danger sparks devotion and second chances take root on the Wyoming frontier.

The Kendrick family has faced loss and hardship. But in Lilac City, old wounds heal, new beginnings beckon, and love blooms in the most unexpected hearts.Edith & George — Spinster Edith Vosburg may yet find love but in the most unexpected place… amidst the rubble of an earthquake.Abe & Hannah — She survived the fire. He's still trapped in one.Edgar & Laura — Her memory is flawless. His past is not.Willie & Maddie — One titled wildcat. One rugged cowboy. And a dangerous holiday they'll never forget. Four interconnected romances where danger sparks devotion and second chances take root on the Wyoming frontier.