Safe Haven Ranch Series by Sandra J. Grace

When a virus wipes out ninety-percent of the population, the survivors are left wondering whether this is the end of humanity, or a chance to create something new.RYLEEWe survived the sickness by hiding. But when the food in our remote cabin runs out, we have no choice but to leave. It's been months since we've heard from another human being, and the world outside is so much more dangerous than we anticipate... moreWhen a virus wipes out ninety-percent of the population, the survivors are left wondering whether this is the end of humanity, or a chance to create something new.RYLEEWe survived the sickness by hiding. But when the food in our remote cabin runs out, we have no choice but to leave. It's been months since we've heard from another human being, and the world outside is so much more dangerous than we anticipate.When we come across another small group of survivors, they try to convince us to come with them to their ranch. But I know better than to trust anyone, no matter how intriguing they may be.Brooding and silent, Cal decides we need his protection while we try to reunite with our families. He doesn’t fool me. He’s hoping that once we realize our families are gone, we’ll have no choice but to return with him to Safe Haven Ranch. Unfortunately for him, I’m not naïve enough to believe there’s any safe place left.Not anymore.CALThe world fell apart. My own personal world has been a mess for much longer. But the fall of society makes it that much harder to find a reason to continue fighting.Originally a Christian prepping community, Safe Haven Ranch isn’t immune to the sickness that killed so many. To keep the community functional, they decided to bring in outside survivors like me, as long as we agreed to follow their rules.The folks here insist that this is a fresh start; a new beginning for all of us. But I'm not convinced. Or at least I wasn't. Not until I met Rylee. She might be tough, but even she doesn't realize just how dangerous this new world is. She may not want anything to do with me, but I'm determined to get her and her friends to safety, no matter the cost.There might just be a little hope left in this world, after all. less

When a virus wipes out ninety-percent of the population, the survivors are left wondering whether this is the end of humanity, or a chance to create something new.BRIDGETAfter two weeks of searching, there’s still no sign of Gemma. Not only does Noah call off the search for her, but he refuses to let me leave the ranch to look for her myself.But if he thinks I’ll abandon Gemma to the men who took her, he has another thing coming... moreWhen a virus wipes out ninety-percent of the population, the survivors are left wondering whether this is the end of humanity, or a chance to create something new.BRIDGETAfter two weeks of searching, there’s still no sign of Gemma. Not only does Noah call off the search for her, but he refuses to let me leave the ranch to look for her myself.But if he thinks I’ll abandon Gemma to the men who took her, he has another thing coming. My plan to sneak away is interrupted by Owen, a man with scars both inside and out.When he offers to help me search for Gemma, I have no idea what I’m getting myself into. But as Owen is fond of saying, God always has a plan, even if it’s not the one we envisioned for ourselves.OWENAs one of the original founders of Safe Haven Ranch, I take seriously our duty to help others and to make the world a better place however we can. When Bridget joins the ranch, there’s doubt about how well she’s fitting in. She’s loud and demanding, but fiercely loyal to her friends.When I catch her trying to sneak away on her own, I offer to go with her, despite the consequences. She needs a man who will love her and protect her, someone willing to spend the time to get behind her shields and teach her to trust again.But that man can’t be me, as much as I might want it to be.*This book is part of the Safe Haven Ranch series, but can be read as a stand alone novel. less

When a virus wipes out ninety-percent of the population, the survivors are left wondering whether this is the end of humanity, or a chance to create something new.GEMMAHe stole me away from my friends and dragged me out into the wilderness. He’s cold, unemotional, and ruthless. Except with me. With me, he’s considerate. Protective. Even sweet, sometimes. But he’s still my captor. I should hate him. So why don’t I?God says we should love our enemies. That all people can be forgiven of their sins... moreWhen a virus wipes out ninety-percent of the population, the survivors are left wondering whether this is the end of humanity, or a chance to create something new.GEMMAHe stole me away from my friends and dragged me out into the wilderness. He’s cold, unemotional, and ruthless. Except with me. With me, he’s considerate. Protective. Even sweet, sometimes. But he’s still my captor. I should hate him. So why don’t I?God says we should love our enemies. That all people can be forgiven of their sins. Maybe there is some goodness inside Cole, but if there is, it will take a lot of patience to find it.Good thing patience has always been my strong suit. COLEI used to have honor, morals, principles. But that was a long time ago. Long before the world fell apart. Now, honor is dangerous. Morals and principles can get you killed. If you want something, you fight for it. And I want her. Even if it means betraying Lee.But Lee isn’t the forgiving type. And he certainly doesn’t forget. He won’t rest until he’s hunted us down. In a world where nothing’s left except decay and despair, I’ve finally found something worth fighting for. Worth dying for.And I’m not letting her go.*Trigger Warning* This book contains references to violence that happened in the character’s past. Reader discretion is advised. less