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He’s running from his twin’s crimes. She’s haunted by the man who betrayed her. Can she open her heart to his identical twin? Shannon thought she’d buried the past—until she arrives at Vargas Ranch and sees the face of the man who shattered her trust. The man she swore she’d never forgive. Parker has spent his life paying for his brother's sins. False accusations and shattered opportunities follow him everywhere—because no one sees the man behind the face. When Shannon mistakes him for his twin and has him arrested, his fragile fresh start shatters. Now forced to work together...

The early-1870s bring tragedy, hope, and a chance to start over. Their faith is tested as they adapt to their new home in Prescott, Arizona Territory. Will they grow stronger or stretch to the breaking point? Will they come to see God's provision through their trials? Beauty for Ashes After Perry Quinn loses everything, he must start over, relying on the charity of his friends and the beautiful single mother Rebecca Elliot. He finds her companionship helps heal his broken heart. Will they trust God to bring beauty from the ashes of their lives? Joy for Mourning Grace Talbert loves helping ...

Mama knew a secret about me... My name is Sam Colter, and I am the misfit of my family. Papa wants me to take over the family ranch. I don’t think I’m the right son. Will I disappoint him or figure out how to run it successfully? Then my life turned upside down when a journalist showed up. It was my job to protect the ranch and I failed. Worse yet, I find myself falling for the woman who betrayed me. Is she the one? Can I forgive her? Only the good Lord, and maybe Mama, knows for certain. 1887 is gonna leave a mark. The 1880s and 1890s bring dramatic changes to the Colter family in ...

Sometimes salvation rides in on a stolen horse and a prayer. Prescott, Arizona Territory — July 1864 Julia Colter refuses to surrender to her brother’s cruel schemes. When he forces her toward a soul-crushing marriage, she makes a desperate escape—unarmed, pursued, and out of options. Her only hope lies with someone she trusts: her best friend’s brother, Adam Larson. Adam was preparing to strike out on his own as a horse trainer in the Arizona Territory. But when Julia shows up broken and hunted, he makes a split-second decision—abandoning his plans and leaving under the cloak of ...

One dream bled out in the desert. God breathed life into a new one. Arizona Territory — July 1863 Hannah Anderson clutches her husband's hand as their wagon creaks toward the wild promise of the frontier. Every mile west strips away comfort and certainty. Threats chisel away at one dream after another, threatening the foundation of her faith. Will Colter loses everything—the life he spent decades building. Now stretched thin, he drives cattle through punishing terrain toward a new home, each mile mounting with loss. The dream of starting over feels more like survival than second chances...

Sometimes the richest veins of love lie buried beneath a shattered past. Prescott, Arizona Territory — April 1869 Millie Pritchett arrives in town with little more than a weathered valise and secrets too dangerous to unpack. Cast out by her father’s new wife, the thirty-seven-year-old spinster is determined to stay invisible. But working for Prescott’s most eligible bachelor upends everything, especially when her guarded heart begins to crack. Paul Lancaster built his family’s business with quiet sacrifice. At thirty-eight, the respected entrepreneur is still reeling from his ...

She defied the desert. He outlived his past. Now, love stands its ground. Arizona Territory — April 1865 Caroline Larson longs for adventure. While most women seek safety, she craves the unknown. But when her reckless spirit leaves her stranded in the desert’s unforgiving grip, survival strips away everything but grit—and grace. Thomas Anderson is a man haunted by shame. A reformed outlaw and Civil War veteran, he’s done running from his past. Her unrelenting spirit stirs the kind of hope Thomas stopped believing he deserved. But redemption isn’t easy—and love isn’t safe. As ...

He lost everything. She saved his life. Can love heal what the past has broken? Widowed and weary, Rebecca Elliot journeys west to Prescott, Arizona, clinging to hope and her young son. But one tragic moment changes everything, forcing her to confront the pain she thought she’d left behind. Perry Quinn has nothing left but anger. When revenge calls, he’s ready to answer until Rebecca’s quiet strength and unwavering faith stir something long buried. Together, they must face the trials of the frontier, the wounds of the past, and the possibility of love reborn. A sweeping Christian ...

She needed safety. He needed purpose. Hope was the last thing either dared to believe in. Arizona Territory — October 1866 Mary Colter’s life shatters the day her husband vanishes, leaving her alone with two children and nowhere to turn. With fierce resolve and faith as her compass, she boards a stagecoach bound for Arizona and the uncertain charity of her brother-in-law’s ranch. Mary won’t let her children see her fear even as the brutal journey tests every ounce of strength she has left. Warren Cahill never expected to find a widow with a quiet fire at Colter Ranch. As the new ...

She’s chasing redemption. He’s running from love. Can faith bridge the divide between them? Dalton J. Vargas IV has one rule—never let emotions interfere with business. Love has only ever been a distraction, and with his father retiring early, the weight of his family’s multi-million-dollar guest ranch near Wickenburg, Arizona, now rests solely on his shoulders. But when a big-city romance author arrives, determined to unravel the cowboy way of life, Dalton’s carefully structured world is thrown into turmoil. River Sloane is desperate for a second chance. After her latest romance ...

She’s a single mom rebuilding her life. He’s the shy cowboy who’s loved her from afar. Can faith, love, and a little courage heal their wounded hearts? Dylan Vargas has always been quiet, keeping his emotions buried deep—especially his longtime crush on Brisa Franco. While working the horses at his family’s ranch near Wickenburg, Arizona, his best friend Adan takes matters into his own hands, signing Dylan up for an online dating service. But as Dylan hesitantly scrolls through profiles, one familiar face stops him cold—Brisa. His childhood dream. His best friend’s sister. His...

I won’t be bridled by anyone… or so I thought. All I ever wanted was to focus on my career as a surveyor. Build up my business. Explore the wilderness. Then I met her, and she lied to me, putting me in a difficult position. I ought to let her deal with the mess she made. But Mama raised me to make honorable choices. If I do, are we gonna be stuck with each other until death do us part? Will that come sooner than I think? Only thing I know for certain, 1890 will change my life in ways no one could have foreseen. The 1880s and 1890s bring dramatic changes to the Colter family in Prescott,...

He never gets the girl. She rebuffs every suitor. Stranded together, will love bloom or will danger tear them apart? Grace Talbert longs for a love that sets her heart ablaze not one arranged by her father. Her work with the Women’s Aid Society gives her purpose, until a mission gone wrong leaves her stranded in the Arizona wilderness with a man who sees past her defenses. Joshua Harrison has failed at love—twice. Now raising his late friend’s daughter, he’s determined to protect her future, even if it means guarding his heart. But Grace’s fiery spirit and quiet compassion stir ...

They’ve secretly loved each other for years. He’s bound by doubts. She’s held back by fear. Can they take the leap to claim the love they’ve always dreamed of? Former pro bull rider Adan Franco never imagined his life would take this turn—named guardian to his late friend’s twelve-year-old son and tasked with closing out his friend’s estate, Adan is thrown into a whirlwind of grief, responsibility, and change. To settle matters in New Mexico, he embarks on a road trip that’s as emotional as it is practical. His companion? Solana Vargas, his best friend’s cousin and the ...

Love is in the air at the Vargas Guest Ranch & Resort near Wickenburg, Arizona. The Vargas family lives and breathes their family motto: We do not deviate from the Lord’s plan. Five brawny brothers keep the ranch and resort running while life lassos their hearts in this epic contemporary cowboy romance series. Falling for a Real Cowboy (Book 1) She’s trying to resurrect her career. He’s sworn off women. Will this city-meets-country duo find love where they least expect it? Honeymoon with a Real Cowboy (bonus novella) Happily ever after wasn’t as easy as they thought. As they head to...

She’s rich. He’s poor. One unexpected moment brings them together—but will a single photograph unravel everything? Sawyer Fullerton is determined to rebuild his life, finding honest work as a handyman at Vargas Guest Ranch & Resort. With his golden retriever by his side and a mentor guiding him toward redemption, he dares to dream of a future where he’s no longer defined by his past. Cara Hollis longs to pursue her passion for photography, free from the suffocating control of her wealthy parents. She’s building a life on her own terms—one snapshot at a time—displaying her work...

She’s pregnant with a child that isn’t hers. He can’t stop himself from falling for her. But will the truth pull them apart—or bring them closer? Renata Vargas never expected surrogacy to unravel her heart. But as the baby grows, so does the unbearable ache of knowing she’ll have to say goodbye. The last thing she needs is more complications—especially in the form of a rugged, charming rancher who’s slowly dismantling her defenses. Gabe Braxton came to Vargas Guest Ranch & Resort with one mission: learn the ropes of resort hospitality and help save his family’s struggling ...

Love is in the air at the Vargas Guest Ranch & Resort near Wickenburg, Arizona. The Vargas family lives and breathes their family motto: We do not deviate from the Lord’s plan. Five brawny brothers and their two cousins keep the ranch and resort running while life lassos their hearts in this epic contemporary Christian cowboy romance series. Book 4: Falling for a Smart Cowboy – Devon & Raina She’s devoted to giving orphaned children hope. He’s determined to leave the ranch behind. Will buried secrets break their hearts—or bind them forever? Book 5: Falling for a Humbug Cowboy – ...

Her life hangs by a thread. His heart is closed off. In the courtroom, the stakes are high but love may be the fiercest battle of all. Mel Larson is one of the few female attorneys in the Arizona Territory, fighting for justice in a world that rarely welcomes her. When threats force her to flee to Prescott, she takes on a murder case that pits her against Alex Glassman—the town’s relentless new District Attorney. Alex has sworn off love after heartbreak. But Mel’s fire and conviction shake his resolve, even as the case twists toward danger. When her life is on the line, Alex must ...

She’s devoted to giving orphaned children hope. He’s determined to leave his family’s ranch behind. Will buried secrets break their hearts—or bind them forever? Devon Vargas has always dreamed of becoming more than the ranch cowboy his family expects him to be. With his teaching degree nearly complete, he’s ready to move on from the sprawling guest ranch and the weight of family obligations. But when he crosses paths with the spirited children’s program director, Raina Crawford, everything changes. Her passion awakens feelings he can’t ignore—even as shocking truths about ...