Ohio Brides Series by Cara C. Putman

Can new love endure such heartbreaking trials?   Josie begins her newlywed life with excitement and love. Art Wilson is everything she's hoped for in a husband. It seems her prayers have been answered as many dreams come true. But when one dream dies, Josie not sure her wounded heart will ever heal.   Art Wilson adores his bride and can't spend enough time with her... moreCan new love endure such heartbreaking trials?   Josie begins her newlywed life with excitement and love. Art Wilson is everything she's hoped for in a husband. It seems her prayers have been answered as many dreams come true. But when one dream dies, Josie not sure her wounded heart will ever heal.   Art Wilson adores his bride and can't spend enough time with her. But he never anticipated how challenging marriage could be, especially with the distraction of a new job in a strange city coupled with the arrival of a distant cousin seeking refuge from the bombings in London.    Josie and Art both wonder where God is when one dream dies and another is blessed. Can they keep the promises they vowed and build a love that will last a lifetime?   “Thou tellest my wanderings: put thou my tears into thy bottle: are they not in thy book? When I cry unto thee, then shall mine enemies turn back: this I know; for God is for me.” Psalm 56:8-9 less

In the midst of World War II, when the navy WAVES gives Evelyn the chance to get out of Washington, DC, and contribute to the war effort, she can’t leave fast enough.             Mark figures the distraction the WAVES cause doesn’t justify the assistance they provide. That is until a certain beautiful ensign offers suggestions that may help the engineers succeed in their mission... moreIn the midst of World War II, when the navy WAVES gives Evelyn the chance to get out of Washington, DC, and contribute to the war effort, she can’t leave fast enough.             Mark figures the distraction the WAVES cause doesn’t justify the assistance they provide. That is until a certain beautiful ensign offers suggestions that may help the engineers succeed in their mission.             When the actions of a spy put both Mark and Evelyn under suspicion, will the investigation make their relationship another casualty of war, or will it bring about the birth of a true promise of love? less

When Kat Miller makes All-American Girls Professional Softball League, she struggles with long road trips, grueling practices, and the challenge of making time for God. Not only that, but older teammates are jealous of her success and an irritating reporter, Jack Raymond, has a knack for getting under Kat’s skin.Events in Jack’s career have left him cynical and distanced from God. That is, until Kat walks into his life... moreWhen Kat Miller makes All-American Girls Professional Softball League, she struggles with long road trips, grueling practices, and the challenge of making time for God. Not only that, but older teammates are jealous of her success and an irritating reporter, Jack Raymond, has a knack for getting under Kat’s skin.Events in Jack’s career have left him cynical and distanced from God. That is, until Kat walks into his life. Will the flames of disappointment forge bitterness in his heart, or can the promises Kat reminds him of restore joy to Jack’s life? less