Darlene Franklin Books in Order

Carrie returns to Romania to care for orphans and dreams of adopting a favorite child. Widower Steve arrives seeking an adoption of his own, confronting grief while his choice threatens Carrie's hopes and draws them together.

A newspaper editor is killed during a reenactment of Grace Gulch's historic gunfight. Vintage clothing seller Cici investigates when people close to her become suspects, joined by theater director Audie amid a longstanding feud between local families.

A corpse in Cici's clothing shop holds pearls and a threatening email. Connections to a theater production draw her toward its close-knit community, where blackmail and another killing turn a borrowed necklace into a dangerous clue.

Doctor Sam returns to the island where his father died at sea, determined to serve its families despite his fear of the ocean. Lighthouse keeper's daughter Judith falls for him as a storm threatens their safety.

Beatrice loves farmer Calvin, but her wealthy father refuses to approve the match. As repeated frosts destroy crops during the Year Without a Summer, Calvin struggles to feed his community and build a future with her.

Sally's Patriot family hides after Loyalists drive them from their Vermont land. Josiah offers help despite his father's part in their persecution, leaving him torn between loyalty to his grieving family and protecting the woman he loves.

War veteran Daniel returns with part of an arm missing and doubts anyone could love him. As town constable, he investigates bank robberies threatening his community while Clara's intelligence and faith challenge his decision to avoid romance.

Jobless and without a home, Michelle visits a friend in Denver hoping to rebuild her life. Joe Knight wants to offer the support his chivalrous ideals demand, but their growing relationship proves more complicated than either expects.

Blanche inherits a steamboat from the father she never knew and struggles to manage her unexpected new life. Ike offers help, but opposing ideas about making the boat profitable challenge their partnership and the possibility of romance.

Winnie hopes to become a competitive figure skater with injured former champion Frank as her coach. Family demands threaten her training, while their growing affection creates another obstacle to the skating future both want for her.

Mary Anne flees New York after her father's murder, only to crash into Wallace's truck in Vermont. His family's welcome offers refuge, but hiding her identity cannot keep approaching mob danger from threatening their growing attachment.

Inspired by the hymn written by Horatio G. Spafford, this devotional collection explores Christian comfort and encouragement. Prayers, quotations, reflections, and biblical promises accompany the hymn's themes, offering material for readers seeking reassurance through personal difficulties.

Filmmaker Rex Pride struggles to complete a project among the ancient cliff dwellings of the Southwest. Actress Muriel admires his talent but clashes with his arrogance, while her own pride complicates her desire to share her faith.

Cora has helped widower Alex raise his son since welcoming his wife during childbirth five years earlier. Three visitors from the East arrive with business for Alex, unsettling the familiar life the pair have built together.

Three interconnected romances follow couples rebuilding their lives in Colorado. Plans involving orphans, a woman's struggle for survival, and the need for fresh beginnings test their relationships, linking stories of friendship, faith, and love near the Rockies.

War widow Clarinda becomes mayor of Maple Notch during World War II, favoring familiar traditions while her council demands change. Her clashes with principal and councilman Ralph become a friendship that challenges their ideas about the town's future.

These poems explore summer through memories, humor, and Christian faith. Darlene Franklin reflects on the season's familiar pleasures and quieter emotional associations, offering a personal view of the moments that give summer its meaning.

Designed for people who enjoy reading and writing, this seven-week devotional explores Matthew's Gospel through a literary perspective. Reflections connect scripture with practical applications, considering Jesus's storytelling and Matthew's writing as part of a guided study.

This Advent devotional invites readers to step away from seasonal busyness and reflect on Matthew's account of Jesus. Daily readings connect events in his life with Christmas, beginning with his birth and developing the story's religious significance.

Beth builds a new life with her daughter after Garan enlists and leaves her pregnant. His return in 1919 brings a desire to make amends, but unresolved truths complicate their chance to rebuild trust and love.

Sharpshooter Lucy Ames faces a choice between a budding evangelist and a widowed rancher. As Christmas approaches, her place among the adventurous Ames sisters becomes the setting for a romance shaped by faith and competing futures.

Gilbert arrives in Loveland, Oklahoma, shortly after New Year's Day in 1916 and charms candy maker Catrina. His interest in her confections conceals a business purpose, leaving her uncertain whether the man she admires deserves her trust.

Pregnant Cici expects a peaceful celebration of Grace Gulch's new arts center until a studio burns with a body inside. An absent artist, buried-treasure stories, and rumors of drugs draw her into another dangerous investigation.

Widowed mother Verity turns to truant officer Garrett after her eldest son skips school. Their growing closeness conflicts with his professional boundaries, leaving both to consider whether his role in helping the family can become something lasting.

This collection of 180 brief devotional readings draws lessons from cats and their familiar habits. Humorous stories connect feline companionship with reflections on Christian life, offering cat-loving readers material for short moments of spiritual encouragement.

An unexpected steamboat inheritance brings Blanche into a life far removed from anything she knows. Working with Ike to make the vessel profitable offers a possible romance, but conflicting approaches to business put their future at risk.

New Christian Rosie wants her San Antonio church to do more for poor residents. Wounded Texas Ranger Owen investigates thefts among church members, bringing questions of charity, justice, and their feelings for each other into conflict.

A thirty-day reading schedule guides readers through Genesis and Exodus, accompanied by daily devotional reflections. Questions encourage personal application of the biblical stories, characters, and circumstances, including passages that present difficult or uncomfortable subjects for discussion.

Polly has cherished Joey's childhood promise of marriage, but he returns as a lawyer with another girlfriend. When her father is accused of taking bank money, she seeks Joey's help and hopes he will recognize their connection.

Lucretia returns from Europe to find childhood friendship with fisherman's son Eddie becoming love. Her wealthy family's expectations deepen the gulf between them, forcing the couple to risk their future on a plan to overcome class barriers.

Single mother Waverly helps veterinarian Alec recreate the first Christmas for guests at Vermont's Barncastle Inn. Working together on the unusual celebration, they must look beyond their circumstances to consider a first Christmas of their own.

Prince Johann expects a vacation in the Colorado Rockies, then falls for tourism director Krystal Black. His growing attachment to the place and its people leaves him trying to persuade both Krystal and his parents to accept their romance.

Noble hears an unfamiliar song near a shipwreck and finds Justine barely alive, clinging to wreckage. Their encounter begins a historical romance inspired by The Little Mermaid, with a scheming woman threatening their chance of love.

War widow Randi sends Christmas cards to military personnel from Christmas, Florida, a town known for its holiday postmark. Retired major Troy arrives to volunteer at the post office, challenging her reluctance to let go of grief.

Organized around twelve topics, this guide draws on writings by Christian figures including Andrew Murray, Charles Spurgeon, and Hannah Whitall Smith. Their reflections introduce women to approaches for deepening prayer through a year of guided study.

Charles Lindbergh's unexpected arrival brings new aviation plans to Graceanne Willis's Oklahoma town and a job opportunity for her beau Peter. Their cross-country journey tests her faith and whether their changing ambitions can lead to a shared future.

A kitten found in a pair of boots brings fisherman Max Roy unexpected good fortune. Alyvia mistakes him for someone needing assistance, and their work renovating a shelter draws them together while two cats complicate their budding romance.

A yearlong reading plan pairs daily passages from the Old Testament, New Testament, Psalms, and Proverbs with devotional prayers. Space for personal writing invites readers to record responses, questions, and prayers throughout their journey through scripture.