Kim Stokely

The world of Ayden readies itself for war as its newly crowned queen, Alystrine, struggles to overcome the pain of losing both her best friend and her first love. Adding to this turmoil is the imminent arrival of Kyran, the brave but brooding outlaw to whom she finds herself betrothed. While Ally's supernatural powers increase, so do the choices she must make as to how to use them. She soon learns every decision leads to unexpected, sometimes tragic, consequences. As even friends become enemies, Ally must learn to rely on herself and her fragile faith in Ruahk, the God of Ayden, if she is going to lead her people to victory against the evil that wants to enslave them.

Jerusalem, 76 B.C.For the first time in history, a queen rightfully reigns over Israel.The queen's rule gives Anna, a gifted young seamstress, opportunities for work and education she never thought possible. But to achieve her dreams, Anna must enter a world festering with intrigue and deceit. Those living within the queen's shadow already plot to seize the throne when she is dead. Even Lev, Anna's first love, is drawn into this underlying world of political maneuvering and lust for power.Torn between her own desires and the traditions of her people, Anna's story is one of enduring courage and her inspired belief in God's love and faithfulness.

Spring Rains is the continuing story of the staff and residents of Marigold Manor. Ginny Stafford finally learned to let go of her grief and hold on to hope when she started dating Chester Martin. But as she helps her Grandmother Edith prepare for her wedding, trouble brews on the horizon. Edith learns her fiance has made plans for their future she has no intention of keeping. And a relationship from Chester's past threatens the dreams he has of a home with Ginny. As her personal life grows as turbulent as the spring weather in Nebraska, Ginny's faith begins to falter. She must decide whether to trust God, or lean on someone else, to see her through the storm. Pull up a chair, make yourself a cup of tea, and prepare to spend some time catching up with your friends at Marigold Manor.