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Get swept away in this captivating continuation of the Central Coast series that follows a stubborn California rancher's daughter as she battles between freedom and familial duty. Ginny Nugent never knew the true meaning of obligation until her mother's death. As her father grapples with the passing of his beloved wife, he falls into a deep depression fueled by any substance he can get his hands on. With the future of their family ranch hanging in the balance, an unwanted stranger might just be the salvation they need.Jeremy Lawsen didn't know what to expect when he set out on his journey from the South to the untamed deserts of California. When Ginny's grandmother asked him to check on Ginny, he never expected to find a run-down ranch, an overworked Native American cook, and a crippled cow hand filling in as Ginny's family. Believing her living conditions to be unfit for a woman of her status, Jeremy urges Ginny to pack up her life for a chance to go to boarding school and start anew. Torn between the love for her family ranch and a future just like the one her mother imagined for her, Ginny must decide which future she wants for herself-and if Jeremy will be the one to get her there. Will Ginny find everything she's looking for and dare to take a chance at freedom...or will she succumb to self-doubt and stay at the only home she's ever known?

Immerse yourself in the captivating story of a young Native American woman determined to maintain her heritage during the turmoil of 19th century California.When Maria In s, a young Native American girl, is raised under the influence of Padre Serra and the Mission San Miguel de Arc ngel, she witnesses the treacherous political maneuvers and unquenchable thirst for power exhibited by Spanish, Mexican, and American invaders from an early age-leaving her cherished homeland desecrated.As tensions reach a boiling point, volunteers courageously defend the Mission against Mexico, but her homeland is soon teeming with unfamiliar faces. Embracing hope, she enters into marriage and is blessed with a son. But tragedy strikes when her husband is violently killed, leaving her feeling vulnerable and unsafe in her native land.Caught amidst the chaos as a displaced person within her own homeland during the tumultuous Times of the Troubles, Maria In s faces the arduous task of survival while embarking on a journey to reclaim her shattered family, rediscover her unwavering faith, and reconnect with her ancestral heritage.Will Maria be able to navigate adversity, preserve her identity, and reclaim her roots?

A passionate tale of change and redemption... Step into the heart of a Chihuahua cantina on the eve of el D a de Los Muertos, where a storm rages outside, and inside, eight men find themselves bound together by fate. Some are strangers, some acquainted-all seeking refuge from the tempest that surrounds them.Emboldened by pulque and cerveza, the men engage in a ritual of shared tales, unveiling the haunting memories of women who linger in their thoughts. By morning, one of them is dead, and the lives of the others are forever changed.As destinies intersect at a haunting crossroad, the choices made will shape the futures of those able to walk away from its hallowed confines.A passionate tale unfolding against a backdrop that spans Zihuantanejo, Mexico City, the Arizona border, and California, Crossroads in Casa Corte gracefully navigates multiple storylines, embarking on a journey of one's willingness to change in the name of inner peace.

Dive into this captivating continuation of the Central Coast series and follow a fierce Spaniard woman as she fights for her family's survival and navigates the unbalanced nature of love.Maria Matera, nicknamed Palomita by her father, is the pride and joy of her family. For her mother, family pride and a good marriage are everything. For Palomita, independence is essential-and not often shown to a young woman in 1850's California.But tragedy strikes when the American government stakes to claim the Matera's land as theirs, and Palomita's world is turned upside down. As a fight ensues for the land her brothers and father worked so hard to turn into a family homestead, Palomita struggles to keep her family alive and their heritage intact.Considering marriage to Miguelito Robles, a young vaquero, may be the solution to all their problems. Yet as Palomita begins to open her heart to the notion of love, her mistrust of men cuts deeper than ever before.Will Palomita's story of betrayal turn into one of redemption as she chooses between walking the path set forth by others...or will she forge her own in a world where society thwarts a woman's every move?

LOVE AND TRADITION COLLIDE IN THIS ENCHANTING AMISH ROMANCE.Oregon college student Amanda Miller needs a change. When it comes in the form of inheriting her ancestral home in the picturesque Amish region of Ohio, there's one condition-she must live there for a year before selling. Determined to restore the dilapidated house, Amanda embraces the challenge, but she can't do it alone.Enter Jacob Ruth, an unbaptized Amish carpenter torn between adhering to tradition and personal passions. As he and Amanda work together, their bond deepens. But their budding romance faces obstacles eager to keep them apart.As they navigate a crossroads between tradition and their growing connection, Jacob is faced with an ultimatum from the Amish community that even he can't ignore, and Amanda wonders if they have what it takes to embrace their true feelings...and defy the odds before their year runs out.In the end, which will prevail: love or the pressures of tradition?

EMBARK ON A JOURNEY OF LOVE, FAITH, AND FAMILY IN THIS GRIPPING AMISH ROMANCE.After Jacob Ruth's betrothed reveals a devastating secret affair, he embarks on a soul-searching quest to win back Amanda Miller's heart. Amidst a treacherous snowstorm, he finds solace in the company of a compassionate English couple who embody values of faith and family-much like his own community.Driven by a newfound understanding, Jacob sets out for Oregon in pursuit of love. However, the challenges of modern-day life soon take their toll, and he and Amanda grapple to find their place in an all-new world together.Seeking guidance and desperate for answers, they turn to Jacob's Amish community. But amidst frayed relationships, hopes for the future, and a mysterious disease, they face one crucial decision-prioritizing a modern-day lifestyle...or honoring the loving family bonds that shaped Jacob's upbringing.As Jacob and Amanda continue to drift further from the life they once imagined, is happily ever after still within reach?

FALL INTO A STORY OF HEALING AND REDEMPTION IN THIS CAPTIVATING AMISH ROMANCE.Following an unfortunate accident, Jacob Ruth returns home to Oregon-leaving Amanda Miller stranded in Ohio with her new in-laws. Resolute in her mission to reconcile Jacob's family issues, Amanda tries to build bridges with their Amish roots, but instead finds solace helping Jacob's shunned sister reveal a crushing secret.Witnessing the profound impact of the Amish rules of shunning and banishment, Amanda insists on Jacob's return to Ohio. But when tragedy strikes, the question of whether Jacob's family will ever be whole again instills fear into their hearts.As Jacob and Amanda embark on a whirlwind journey full of deep connections and transformative lifestyles, they must learn to embrace all that life has to offer...including the unexpected promise of a new family.Uncovering hard truths, can Jacob and Amanda accept the idea that family might not match the picture they originally had in mind?

An expanded and revised edition of the original BRANCHES ON THE CONEJO: LEAVING THE SOIL AFTER FIVE GENERATIONS, (2001). Includes an introduction by Wyatt McCrea, grandson of actor Joel McCrea and President of the McCrea Ranch Foundation. A timely memoir of what life was like in Southern California before the land was paved and the memories lost. Anecdotal stories, reflections and events of the pioneer families who lived and farmed in the Conejo Valley from the 1880s until urban development began in 1950s. Highlights of Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park and Moorpark history through journals, personal history and photographs of the descendants who lived and farmed the Conejo Valley. The author is a descendant of Caspar Borchard Sr., a pioneer farmer and stockman in Newbury Park, and Nils Olsen, one of the founders of the Norwegian Colony. Included are expanded histories of the Pederson, Hansen, Nelson, Olsen and Anderson families that settled the Norwegian Colony and built the Norwegian Grade. A highly readable addition to early California social history.

Collected short stories of the heart, written by an award winning author of historical romance and contemporary humor. Character driven stories of the heart that deal with love in its many guises. Many are set in the Central Coast of California. "Grub Line Rider," is a traditional story of a pioneer girl looking for love. "Torch Singer," is about a blues singer disappointed in love, who doesn't need any man to clutter her life. The title story, "Gifts of Red Pottery," follows a reclusive man living in a Paso Robles apartment through the life-changes that happen when a lively young Hispanic girl moves in across the street. "James Dean and the Tree of Eden," is a surprise bonus. Romance of the heart is the best kind. Advance readers say "The reader will carry these stories in her heart long after the last line is read." Available in Kindle, and paperback through Amazon, Createspace and extended sales channels.