The Annville Mail Order Brides Series by Helen Christian

Mary was a dowager. It was the last thing she thought she'd be at such a young age, but here she was with newly acquired land and no idea how to take care of it. She never thought that when Richard, her abusive late husband's brother, came to help her she'd find a love she never knew. Richard has always been the dutiful man; hard working son, faithful brother, and patient servant of God... moreMary was a dowager. It was the last thing she thought she'd be at such a young age, but here she was with newly acquired land and no idea how to take care of it. She never thought that when Richard, her abusive late husband's brother, came to help her she'd find a love she never knew. Richard has always been the dutiful man; hard working son, faithful brother, and patient servant of God. When his brother dies, leaving behind a young wife with no idea how to run her farm, it is Richard who steps in to fill those shoes. After it all, Mary and Richard may find themselves at peace with one another, and a new future with God's plan. less

Edward Harrington has just been through a traumatic tornado and now must rebuild both his hope for the future as well as the town of Annville. He sets an advertisement for a cook and cleaner to help ease his load, only to find an applicant with much more on her mind. Sara Andrews is fleeing the East and is just passing through Annville when she sees the flyer. Believing it is for a mail order bride, she applies, only to have strange interactions with Edward... moreEdward Harrington has just been through a traumatic tornado and now must rebuild both his hope for the future as well as the town of Annville. He sets an advertisement for a cook and cleaner to help ease his load, only to find an applicant with much more on her mind. Sara Andrews is fleeing the East and is just passing through Annville when she sees the flyer. Believing it is for a mail order bride, she applies, only to have strange interactions with Edward. Will Edward realize that Sara is trying to be a good wife and start fresh? Will Sara realize that Edward only needed a hired hand and not a partner? Will it even matter when they both realize they're perfect for each other and find Faith in the Storm? less

Paul has just received the devastating word that his brother has died, leaving behind his young fiancée, Grace. Knowing she is destitute without Jacob, he asks her to come back to Annville where she can help on his ranch. As they share their sadness on losing such a big part of their lives, they'll also realize that they've feelings for each other too. Between her sweet, soulful singing and the way the light hits her eyes just right, Paul is smitten with Grace... morePaul has just received the devastating word that his brother has died, leaving behind his young fiancée, Grace. Knowing she is destitute without Jacob, he asks her to come back to Annville where she can help on his ranch. As they share their sadness on losing such a big part of their lives, they'll also realize that they've feelings for each other too. Between her sweet, soulful singing and the way the light hits her eyes just right, Paul is smitten with Grace. He just hopes that both God and his brother approve at the proposal he winds up making. *The Prequel to this story, The Love of Grace, is available* less