Willow Grove, Texas Series by Sharon Gillenwater

Willow Grove, Texas, 1883. He’d always scoffed at love at first sight... But the day Cade McKinnon walked into his kitchen and found Jessie Monroe cooking supper, he became a believer. Jessie made him long to turn his ranch house into a true home. But could a woman who prized honesty above all forgive being lied to—even for her own good? After surviving a nightmare of a marriage, Jessie Monroe was hard-pressed to believe any man’s promises... moreWillow Grove, Texas, 1883. He’d always scoffed at love at first sight... But the day Cade McKinnon walked into his kitchen and found Jessie Monroe cooking supper, he became a believer. Jessie made him long to turn his ranch house into a true home. But could a woman who prized honesty above all forgive being lied to—even for her own good? After surviving a nightmare of a marriage, Jessie Monroe was hard-pressed to believe any man’s promises. Until she met Cade McKinnon, the man who made her dream of a better life. She was attracted to him, true enough, but could she trust him...and her yearning heart? NOTE: Other books in this series are: TWICE BLESSED -- Book 2, Steeple Hill Books STANDING TALL -- Book 3 less

Riding the stagecoach to Willow Grove, Texas, Camille Dupree hoped to leave behind her shocking secrets. For years, she'd brazened out the whispers about her unseemly talents as a professional gambler until it was time to move to the next town... moreRiding the stagecoach to Willow Grove, Texas, Camille Dupree hoped to leave behind her shocking secrets. For years, she'd brazened out the whispers about her unseemly talents as a professional gambler until it was time to move to the next town. Camille longed to reclaim her innocence and believe in the goodness of others, but would she be given the chance to start over? In the burgeoning West, a good heart was a valued commodity, and Camille developed a reciprocal appreciation for her neighbors . . .especially the town's mayor, Tyler McKinnon, who saw more beauty and virtue in Camille than she'd ever seen in herself. With his help, she became a respectable businesswoman. But ill-wishers threatened to destroy her hard-won acceptance, and Camille found herself in need of the town's forgiveness . . .and Tyler's. Could she trust the man she loved to bend his principles and extend the pardon that would bless them both? less

Christian Historical RomanceWest Texas, 1885Lily Chastain and her brother only wanted to get their money back. Sneaking into the hotel room of one of the outlaws who robbed and killed their father should have been easy. No one was supposed to get hurt—especially not Ransom Starr, sheriff of Willow Grove. To make amends, she and her brother take responsibility for Ransom’s care.A former detective and Texas Ranger, Ransom had been injured before, but never this badly... moreChristian Historical RomanceWest Texas, 1885Lily Chastain and her brother only wanted to get their money back. Sneaking into the hotel room of one of the outlaws who robbed and killed their father should have been easy. No one was supposed to get hurt—especially not Ransom Starr, sheriff of Willow Grove. To make amends, she and her brother take responsibility for Ransom’s care.A former detective and Texas Ranger, Ransom had been injured before, but never this badly. As he strives to heal, Lily touches his heart in ways he’s never known. But will he be able to provide for a wife and family? Will her desire for vengeance destroy their chance at love?Previously published by Steeple Hill Books, 2005Willow Grove, Texas Series:McKinnon's Bride, Book 1Twice Blessed, Book 2Standing Tall, Book 3 less