In the quiet hills of 1848 California, love is both a refuge—and a reckoning. Constance Everston doesn’t know if her husband, a soldier fighting in the Mexican-American War, is dead or missing. Star Ranch—her home—is surrounded by opportunists, and she can’t run it alone. Haunted by grief, she’s nearly forgotten what it means to hope—until a wounded stranger collapses in her barn. Adam McCleary carries more than scars from the battlefield. He holds a final message from Constance’s husband... and a dangerous secret that could cost them both everything. As Christmas nears and old ghosts stir, Constance must decide whether to bury the past—or let love find her again. But when powerful enemies threaten to steal the ranch and lies twist loyalty into betrayal, she and Adam must stand together to protect the land, the truth, and a second chance neither expected. A story of resilience, romance, and redemption set against the rugged beauty of Alta California, Watch of Wand’ring Love is a heart-stirring novella about loving after loss—and the courage it takes to begin again Western danger with plenty of romance, Watch of Wand’ring Love captures the rugged land and strong souls in nineteenth century California. A tale of heartbreak and hope. ~Michelle Griep, Christy Award-winning author of Of Silver and Secrets Filled with heartbreak, redemption, and hope, Watch of Wand'ring Love is a story that explores loss and the unconditional love that can restore the most broken of hearts. A tale to savor and an author to watch! ~Tara Johnson, Christy and Carol award finalist of _Engraved on the Heart Watch of Wand’ring Love_ by Kendall Hoxsey is a tender romance that paints a vivid picture of the west in the nineteenth century—a story rich with heartbreak, resilience, and hope. A new author to be watching. ~Ane Mulligan Kendall Hoxsey shines in this heartwarming Christmas novella. With romance and intrigue, she wraps a delightful story around two wounded hearts. For readers who love Tracie Peterson or Janette Oke, this author is one to watch! ~Publishers Weekly Best-Selling Author, Jaime Jo Wright - The House on Foster Hill

She’s a preacher’s daughter. He’s a Confederate scout. Two souls threatened by the horrors of war, brought together by the hand of Providence. Mariah Taylor’s only wish is a return to the security of days gone by—a desire made nearly impossible with a war tearing the nation apart and her family somewhere lost in it. When a group of fugitives arrive at her doorstep on a stormy night, she finds herself caught up in a shadow war and questioning if peace will ever come again. Loss has characterized Ephraim Bryant’s life for too long. Numb from its pain, he vows to never grow close to anyone again and finds the chance to do so within the elite ranks of Confederate special operations. But when his path crosses with an opinionated young woman, he is forced to face the griefs that haunt him and the fears that shroud his future. Can the God who brought peace to Bethlehem, bring rest to their weary hearts?

Pennsylvania, 1869 In the heart of a snow-covered Bethlehem, amidst family struggles and the weight of society’s expectations, a young woman must decide whether to sacrifice all else for the sake of duty—or follow the guidance of the Lord towards a love that could change everything. Official blurb to come.

A heartfelt, Christmas romance set in the rugged wilderness of 19th century Arizona with themes of faith, hope, and family.

A Christmas historical novella set in America in the mid-1800s where blood means everything and nothing in the midst of a war unlike any other seen through the eyes of a young Texas Ranger who soon finds himself heading west in search of a new life. Will he find that life or will love overtake peace he seeks? Lewis “Lew” Truett found lies in a letter. Stella Mae Anderson found faith in a field. Both grew up with love, only to stumble into strife when they came of age in the midst of a war-torn land. Will the two stubborn and floundering hearts find a place of peace, or be doomed to fall into the flames?

Two burnt-out perfectionists, two different goals, one Christmas bazaar ... For Henrietta Miller, the annual Christmas bazaar is more than a charity event; it is the measure of her worth. Known as her church’s most dependable volunteer, she has built her life on a foundation of endless service, convinced she must earn her place by carrying every burden ... even if it costs her everything. For John Baldwin, a man of commerce and logic, the disorganized bazaar is an offense to his orderly world. Tasked with making the event “efficient,” he arrives with ledgers and freshly sharped pencils, ready to cut anything that doesn’t contribute to the bottom line. Forced to work together, they discover a surprising a man who trusts only in numbers can be moved by a woman’s selfless heart, and a woman who believes she was made for work can be rescued by a man who insists she was made for joy.Inspired by the song, “O Holy Night,” A Thrill of Hope is part of The Carols of Christmas, a multi-author series, but it can be read as a standalone novella.