Jones Star Series by Marlene Bierworth

A Battered Wife - A Husband out for Revenge - And a Cowboy who’d love to Rescue her. Is duty stronger than love? As Francine watches the newlyweds leave for their honeymoon, she realizes that her time has run out. She must confront her husband, Stephen Thorncrest, who has had ample time to plan his revenge. Francine, the once docile wife, hopes she is up for the fight but when greed and power consume the man, secrets of the past drive the couple beyond what even she could have imagined... moreA Battered Wife - A Husband out for Revenge - And a Cowboy who’d love to Rescue her. Is duty stronger than love? As Francine watches the newlyweds leave for their honeymoon, she realizes that her time has run out. She must confront her husband, Stephen Thorncrest, who has had ample time to plan his revenge. Francine, the once docile wife, hopes she is up for the fight but when greed and power consume the man, secrets of the past drive the couple beyond what even she could have imagined. Every day is filled with suspense and brings about changes, pushing her heart, mind, and body into constant upheaval. Waiting on the sidelines is Daniel, the man who has captured her heart – a heart she is not free to give away. Her dedication to her marriage vows and an abusive past stand in his way, hindering the process to win her heart. Welcome to a place in the soul where duty wages war on love. This is a story that moves forward, one step of faith at a time, trusting God to provide wisdom and strength in facing the ghosts of the past and the promise of a future. Driven is a place where the hopeless find hope and the unloved finds love. This is a story that is on the edgy side of romance with the added conflict of abuse but hopefully will inspire victims to believe that there is hope beyond their situation. Enjoy Driven, a romance drenched in suspense and faith. Download Book 3 of the Jones family saga today! less

Clare Jones is content with her life at the homestead, until the doctor and the cook set out to battle for her hand in marriage. One holds secrets of the past and an unpredictability that Clare is determined not to fall prey to a second time, while the other is stable and promises a normal life, which is Clare's comfort zone and her perfect happy-ever-after. Stacy is new in town, and while becoming a valuable asset in the doctor's life, her plans do not include Clare... moreClare Jones is content with her life at the homestead, until the doctor and the cook set out to battle for her hand in marriage. One holds secrets of the past and an unpredictability that Clare is determined not to fall prey to a second time, while the other is stable and promises a normal life, which is Clare's comfort zone and her perfect happy-ever-after. Stacy is new in town, and while becoming a valuable asset in the doctor's life, her plans do not include Clare. At the same time the cook is haunted with memories concerning the mystery of his deceased wife and son, and continually pushes Clare away. When the doctor makes the first move, Clare accepts his proposal and the search for true love begins. One one side, Stacy does her part to create trouble, and on the other, the cook disappears without a trace. The hunt is underway. From a medical crisis to an Indian village, Clare is on a journey of a lifetime and love is the prize. Stricken down in despair and lifted up with fresh purpose and joy. Download Stricken today. less

Sandra, rescued from years of captivity in an Indian village, is now safely living at the Jones Star Ranch in Aspen Glen, Montana. She finds herself attracted to Jerome, an outcast from his mother’s tribe, who now stays with his white father, Drake, at the ranch mess hall. Plans are underway for a happily-ever-after, but both are unprepared for the obstacles that will come their way as they try to find their place in a white society... moreSandra, rescued from years of captivity in an Indian village, is now safely living at the Jones Star Ranch in Aspen Glen, Montana. She finds herself attracted to Jerome, an outcast from his mother’s tribe, who now stays with his white father, Drake, at the ranch mess hall. Plans are underway for a happily-ever-after, but both are unprepared for the obstacles that will come their way as they try to find their place in a white society. Challenges from Jerome’s past and Sandra’s long lost relatives from South Carolina add to the complications. The fate of new love lies in the balance. Shapen, is a story of prejudice and discovering dreams in a new homeland. Love will need to fight to survive all the world has to throw at a couple that does not fit into the traditional mold. Download your copy today. less

Jillian loves her new life in Aspen Glen – house cleaning for her wealthy employer. But the young woman is about to embark on a brand new venture, Jillian’s Tailor Shop. News of her skill with a needle soon brings more orders her way than one seamstress can handle. Desperate, Jillian resolves to put a help wanted sign in her shop window. Jimmy, the lead hand at the Jones Star Ranch, has befriended Jillian, and their relationship has evolved to talks of marriage... moreJillian loves her new life in Aspen Glen – house cleaning for her wealthy employer. But the young woman is about to embark on a brand new venture, Jillian’s Tailor Shop. News of her skill with a needle soon brings more orders her way than one seamstress can handle. Desperate, Jillian resolves to put a help wanted sign in her shop window. Jimmy, the lead hand at the Jones Star Ranch, has befriended Jillian, and their relationship has evolved to talks of marriage. That is, until Jimmy’s childhood sweetheart returns home, disillusioned from her short stay in Boston, and looking to pick up where she left off. Her only obstacle is Jillian, who has taken both her man and her dream to operate a tailor shop in her hometown. When she answers Jillian's ad, the conflict begins and sends Jimmy and Jillian down a path of no return. To add to the whirlwind of trouble brewing, Todd Granger has set his eyes on the beautiful Jillian, and a scorned love from Sally’s past is out to stop romance on all fronts. This is a story where conflict and devious scheming rise up to destroy the shoots of young love, and where loyalties, faith, and perseverance triumph over all. Enjoy this frontier, good-versus-evil drama, as it unfolds through an entertaining love story. Download today! less

Is it ever too late for Love? Jake and Mary hope not. When Mary, a spinster of 40 years, catches the bouquet at Jillian's wedding, she laughs at her chances to find romance. Given the opportunity to open a bakery in Aspen Glen, she jumps at the opportunity to fulfill dream #1. Jake, the town carpenter, steps in to help with the renovations. Working together awakens dream #2 in Mary’s barren heart, and just when it looks like romance is the wind, the train pulls in... moreIs it ever too late for Love? Jake and Mary hope not. When Mary, a spinster of 40 years, catches the bouquet at Jillian's wedding, she laughs at her chances to find romance. Given the opportunity to open a bakery in Aspen Glen, she jumps at the opportunity to fulfill dream #1. Jake, the town carpenter, steps in to help with the renovations. Working together awakens dream #2 in Mary’s barren heart, and just when it looks like romance is the wind, the train pulls in. Eleven orphan stowaways bring to life dream #3 in Mary's heart. Can she possess all three forsaken dreams at this late stage of life? Young Teddy is not what he seems, and sets in motion a sudden fury from the past, destroying all hope for the future. When it all crumbles at Mary's feet, she turns to her faith in God, trusting love will lead the way. Can a man and woman, having lived half a lifetime, find their happily-ever-after in a late-blooming romance? Join them in this adventure of unexpected twists, and marvel in the faithfulness of God. Download today. less

A Jones Star Christmas features all the characters you’ve grown to love in the preceding books. As they all gather for the special Christmas event, some unexpected twists and beautiful memories are shared to bind together this Jones family and friends. Love, joy, peace and family are honored is this final book of the frontier Jones Star Series. Gather once again to give thanks to the Creator of the Stars and share the legacy that the Jones family have established in Aspen Glen, Montana... moreA Jones Star Christmas features all the characters you’ve grown to love in the preceding books. As they all gather for the special Christmas event, some unexpected twists and beautiful memories are shared to bind together this Jones family and friends. Love, joy, peace and family are honored is this final book of the frontier Jones Star Series. Gather once again to give thanks to the Creator of the Stars and share the legacy that the Jones family have established in Aspen Glen, Montana. I hope you will enjoy this new frontier Christmas celebration. And while you’re there, be sure to claim a piece of heaven for your family. NOTE: This reunion book is best read after the previous nine, so you know the characters and have read their love stories. The next 10 books with the Jones family will be back at the Jones Star Ranch but in another time of history. Watch for the first book. Download a Jones Star Christmas today. less

A Coming of Age - Historical Christian Romance Carter is the son of Patrick and Ruth Ellen Jones. In the ten-year span of this book, Carter struggles with walking in the shadows of his older brother, seeks to find his rightful place at the Jones Star Ranch and in his father's affections, and ends with his quest to win his childhood sweetheart, Maggie... moreA Coming of Age - Historical Christian Romance Carter is the son of Patrick and Ruth Ellen Jones. In the ten-year span of this book, Carter struggles with walking in the shadows of his older brother, seeks to find his rightful place at the Jones Star Ranch and in his father's affections, and ends with his quest to win his childhood sweetheart, Maggie.Maggie's father has either deserted his family or died on the trail, and her mother - depressed and lonely - has planned for the rest of them to die in their beds. With the help of Carter, Maggie rallies and determines to raise her two younger sisters. It doesn't take long for first-love to smite the teens, but will its power outshine the shadows that strive to pull them down? less