Inspirational Historical Fiction

Minspi is a shortened form for Ministering Spirit. Angels do visit the earth. This book was inspired in part by an encounter with a human that I thought could not be human given the circumstances of the encounter. He posed a test to me sometime in 1979. In this book, this Ministering Spirit came to do something different. The way he recruited his human agents and the way he assisted them to accomplish their mission says a lot about how heaven assists us to fulfill the purposes of God in our lives. It is a work of Christian Fiction that makes for very interesting reading. It is based on ...

In the world of the wealthy, things are never quite as they appear. Ellie Hastings is tired of playing social gatekeeper—and poor-relation companion—to her Gibson Girl of a cousin. But her aunt insists Ellie lift her nose out of her detective novel long enough to help gauge the eligibility of bachelors during the winter social season at Florida’s Hotel Belleview. She finds plenty that’s mysterious about the suave, aloof Philadelphia inventor, Lewis Thornton. Why does he keep sneaking around the hotel? Does he have a secret sweetheart? And what is his connection to the evasive Mr. ...

For generations, every Frankenstein has found their true love and equal, unlocking lifetimes of blissful wedded adventure. Clever, pretty (and odd) Angelika Frankenstein has run out of suitors and fears she may become the exception to this family rule. When assisting in her brother Victor’s ground-breaking experiment to bring a reassembled man back to life, she realizes that having an agreeable gentleman convalescing in the guest suite might be a chance to let a man get to know the real her. For the first time, Angelika embarks upon a project that is all her own.

Lady Sabine harbors a skin blemish that, if revealed, could cause her to be branded as a witch, put her life in danger, and damage her chances of making a good marriage. Sir Bennet is returning home to protect his family from an imminent attack by neighboring lords who seek repayment of debts. Without fortune or means to pay those debts, Sir Bennet realizes his only option is to make a marriage match with a wealthy noblewoman. As a man of honor, he loathes the idea of courting a woman for her money, but with time running out for his family’s safety, what other choice does he have?

In 1847, the Donner party resorted to eating human flesh to survive entrapment at the base of the Sierra Nevada mountains. They became infamous almost instantly, with hundreds of books, stories, and interviews exploring their misery. None of them tell the extraordinary story from the first-person point of view of the female survivors. Until now. Three women yearned to make better lives in California: Nineteen-year-old Mary Ann Gravesset out west with her family in search of a home that would be free of disease like the ague that had afflicted her mother and sisters for years.

"Minnow Creek's Embrace" is a spellbinding tale of love, destiny, and resilience, where mysteries unravel and enigmas deepen. Join Leah and Clay in this captivating rollercoaster of emotions! In the remote town of Minnow Creek, Leah Masters, an orphaned mail order bride, faces a perilous journey. A twist of fate jeopardizes her life, but she survives and arrives with shattered hopes. Clay Bollinger, longing for a bride, sees hope when Leah unexpectedly appears. As love blossoms, an ancient feud erupts, entangling Leah. Can their love withstand the chaos?Read all the books in Brides of ...

He fought for her honor with a pistol at dawn. But winning her heart will be his greatest battle yet. Mr. Darcy stands in a misty clearing, pistol in hand, ready to defend Elizabeth Bennet’s honor. The man opposite him—George Wickham—has spread one too many lies about the woman Darcy cannot forget. But when the duel takes an unexpected turn, leaving Darcy wounded and Elizabeth thrust into his recovery, everything she thought she knew begins to unravel. Elizabeth has every reason to despise Mr. Darcy. His arrogance, his interference in her sister’s happiness, and now, his ...

The Legacy Quilt: The Tapestry of Family Love and Resilience is a touching and beautifully told story that captures the essence of family heritage and the strength found in shared experiences. Join Emma and Nana Rose as they unravel the rich history of their family's cherished quilt, each patch symbolizing a significant moment in their ancestors' lives. From tales of romantic adventures and steadfast friendships to overcoming immense hardships, this book is a celebration of the resilience and love that binds a family together. Why to Get This Large Print Book: Heartwarming Storytelling: ...

For Fans of Amy Tan and Francine Rivers, Blazing China takes you on an extraordinary journey of a family, facing adversity and persecution with unyielding courage. Live or believe? God or survival? Ordinary Christians. Extraordinary circumstances. Beliefs under siege outside and conflicts within. Where do these women stand? Leesan wants to produce heirs to carry on the Lee family name and manage their enormous estates. When she delivers identical twin girls, Ann-Ann and May-May, just before the Cultural Revolution in China, she cannot imagine how much their world is about to change. Now, ...

New York City, 1890 Olga Schoon’s father has big plans for her life. Soon, she will be married. In fact, he has found her the perfect match. Olga, however, has no time for love. New York City’s garment factory workers deserve safe and fair working conditions, and as the daughter of one of the city’s most successful factory owners, she is determined to help the cause. Can she navigate her father’s strict expectations while still pursuing her calling? And what happens when her growing feelings for a handsome business associate threaten to destroy everything she’s been striving for? ...

Opposites attract, but does this former debutante have what it takes to be wife, mother, and live on a ranch? Can a controlling cowboy who is more concerned with his axle than his wedding, find a way to steer a courtship in the right direction? Victoria Wilson is a beautiful, misunderstood spinster, and the person all the other women love to hate. She's ready for a change. Does she have the courage to take a chance on the matchmaking venture her pastor recommends? This couple brings a whole new meaning to the adage that opposites attract. Fans of historical romance set in the late 19th ...

Morocco, 1928. Eighteen-year-old Frenchwoman Marie-Madeleine is not the kind of woman who goes through life sitting down, something her new husband can attest.

Lord Rivenhall and Miss Richards both have secrets they do not want society to know about. Will their secrets bring them together or keep them apart? Lord Rivenhall arrives in London with a secret he is determined to keep. When he meets Miss Richards, he cannot deny that he has a particular interest in her and is excited by the thought of seeing her again. However, he knows she is hiding something and is determined to discover the motivation behind her actions. Miss Richards knows exactly what she wants in a future husband. When she meets Lord Rivenhall, he angers her, but then she warms up...

Catherine is enamored with Lord Kerr and plans to marry him, but Lord Linton will do all he can to stop the union. Miss Catherine Hewson is enamored with Lord Kerr, the mysterious new gentleman who has come to London. When Lord Kerr expresses his plans to marry her, Catherine feels as if she has never been happier. Lord Linton, Catherine’s childhood friend, comes back into town, but Catherine wishes to distance herself from his company. Lord Linton is a known scoundrel, who has wronged many people. But, Lord Linton will not leave Catherine alone, and her attempts to avoid him are futile. ...

A delightful mail-order bride in reverse that’ll melt your heart. A blacksmith in need of a miracle, a livery stable owner requiring rescue- Will an arranged marriage bring more than either bargained for? A widowed blacksmith, Joseph Evans, is hardened, hard-pressed, and weighed down by the needs of his unusual family. If only he could find a housekeeper. But they’re in short supply, and Joseph needs one with the patience of Job. “I don’t want a wife. What I need is a miracle.” Livery stable owner Birdie Murphy needs another pair of hands to save her family home and business. In ...

Shock. Anger. Sorrow. As the storm clouds rolled into Jerusalem on that execution day, inner turmoil was also raging through the people who knew Jesus. Confusion. Regret. Guilt. Darkness quickly covered the world the moment the light of the world took his last breath on the cross. Doubt. Devotion. Fear. It didn’t matter if they loved Jesus or hated him. The moment he died, the world sunk into a period of uncertainty. It was a time when staying in the shadows seemed like the safest place to hide. It was a period when doubt outnumbered the mustard seeds of faith. Some were on the precipice ...

Liza, an orphan girl living on the cold streets of London in 1834, is able to rise above her squalid surroundings to bring joy to the lives of others. Although only 11, she displays amazing courage as she cares for a younger child and ekes out a bare existence through the approaching winter, guided by the wisdom embodied in letters left to her by her mother. When Liza meets a wealthy gentleman, her mysterious, almost magical manner causes him to re-examine his own life.

Clean and Wholesome American Mail Order Bride Historical Tales short story romance. Mary moves West as a mail-order bride, expecting hardship but not love. After losing her parents and living under a cruel guardian, she escapes to marry John, a retired Texas Ranger with no plans for love. Arriving in Settler's Creek, she finds him drunk outside a saloon, fearing she’s made a mistake. As they navigate their new life, past wounds begin to heal, and deeper feelings emerge. But when disaster strikes, they must lean on each other—and their faith—to survive. Historical Mail Order Bride of ...

With failed crops, storms, and mysterious paintings pointing to possible treasure, things spiral out of control in Twin Creeks. It will be up to Louisa-May and Chester to stand strong in the face of the sudden storms, trusting in God and their love for one another to see them through. Read all books by bestseller and Kindle All-Star author Katie Wyatt! Twin Creek's Rain Ranch Romance Series Book 1 Hanna The Helper Book 2 Mary Jo The Farmer Girl Book 3 Charlotte The Cleaver Book 4 Willow The Sister Book 5 Juniper The Daring Book 6 Emily The Mountain Lover Book 7 Louise May The Beekeeper Book...

Where did the Brothers Grimm get the inspiration for their classic fairy tales? Maybe from their own encounters with the strange and magical… Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm never believed in magic—until their mother fell ill, and tales of a rare and powerful magic that can bring back the dead became their only hope. Desperate to save her, the brothers venture into the dark forest, where myths come to life and danger lurks behind every tree. A water sprite speaks in riddles of love spells and lost souls. A witch lures children to a house covered in breads and cakes. An infuriating girl named ...