Two inspiring stories of determination, courage...and love Hill Country Christmas In the rugged Texas Hill Country, Delia Keller went from penniless preacher's granddaughter to rich young heiress. She's determined to use her money to find the security she's always lacked, and build herself a new house by Christmas. Former Civil War chaplain Jude Tucker longs to show her what true Christmas joy means. Can he restore his own faith and give Delia his love for all seasons? Her Captain's Heart Idealistic schoolteacher Verity Hardy believes nothing is impossible. The lovely widow is certain teaching freed slaves in a Virginia town torn apart by the Civil War will help heal bitterness and old wounds. However, she's finding that the school's cynical builder, former Union captain Matthew Ritter, has little faith in her plan--or anything else. But Verity's spirit and courage inspire him to fight for what he believes in...

Author Biography

Laurie Kingery is the author of twenty-three historical romances. She won the Reader's Choice Award for THE RAVEN AND THE SWAN in 1994, and has been nominated for an ACFW Carol Award. Laurie lives in Ohio with her husband Tom (whom she met on eHarmony!). She has two children, seven grandchildren, and two dogs. She is a veteran RN of an inner-city emergency room. A Christian since her teenage years, she is a member of Quest Community Church of New Albany. USA Today best-selling author of over 40 books, Lyn Cote writes award-winning contemporary and historical romance. Her brand is "Strong Women, Brave Stories." Visit her website/blog at http: //www.LynCote.com and sign up for her newsletter. Also look for her on Facebook, Goodreads and Twitter