Lasting Love Series by June Masters Bacher

In an adventurous saga of the American frontier, an independent young schoolteacher sets off on a dangerous quest to find a new beginning beyond the trail's end. Heartbroken and ashamed of being jilted, Chris Beth welcomes the perils of frontier life and intends to face every crisis as she has all others - alone... moreIn an adventurous saga of the American frontier, an independent young schoolteacher sets off on a dangerous quest to find a new beginning beyond the trail's end. Heartbroken and ashamed of being jilted, Chris Beth welcomes the perils of frontier life and intends to face every crisis as she has all others - alone. Then, thrown together with a small band of settlers in a place ravaged by Indian uprisings, Chinook winds and devastating floods, she learns to lean on God and others in good times and bad. You will laugh and cry with her and she discovers a 'new commandment', that never-failing love is a gentle stranger. less

When Chris Beth said 'Yes' to a struggling country minister's proposal, life seemed almost too good to be true. Could it last? The settlers in their little Oregon community could scarcely afford a resident preacher's salary, and Chris Beth's teaching contract would soon end. Another separation. More adjustments... moreWhen Chris Beth said 'Yes' to a struggling country minister's proposal, life seemed almost too good to be true. Could it last? The settlers in their little Oregon community could scarcely afford a resident preacher's salary, and Chris Beth's teaching contract would soon end. Another separation. More adjustments. Threatening and captivating adventures reveal the heartaches and joys of real pioneer life - wagon caravans of starving people rumbling through frontier territory, fear of Indian uprisings, drought, plagues of grasshoppers, and the faith and commitment of people shouldering heavy burdens in a common bond of love. Even present and strengthing their arms to hold each other up is Love's Silent Song. less

Boxed set of the four books in this series: Love is a Gentle Stranger Love's Silent Song Diary of a Loving Heart Love Leads Home

Gone are the days of the stagecoach. Shining rails now span the Great Divide to link East with West. In this thrilling conclusion to "Love Is A Gentle Stranger" series, the young daughter of Vangie makes the nostalgic journey from "home" to "home" by train in search of her heart. A young girl journeys from the rich valleys of Oregan to the bustling streets of Atlanta, knowing instinctively that she must "go back" before she can "go forward"... moreGone are the days of the stagecoach. Shining rails now span the Great Divide to link East with West. In this thrilling conclusion to "Love Is A Gentle Stranger" series, the young daughter of Vangie makes the nostalgic journey from "home" to "home" by train in search of her heart. A young girl journeys from the rich valleys of Oregan to the bustling streets of Atlanta, knowing instinctively that she must "go back" before she can "go forward". The future brings new dangers and new joys -- a train robbery where she loses the precious piece of jewelry which links her homes together and Michael St. John who has everything her heart could desire in a a husband. Why then does she hesitate to say "Yes" to his proposal? less

The fifth book in the popular Pioneer Romance series, set in the American Northwest in the 19th century. This colorful romance brings to life the challenges, faith, and courage of the American pioneers.

After helping their best friends establish their new home in Oregon, True and Young Wil set out for the long trip home. After their return, they realize they can't meet all of the needs that beckon them. What they must choose to do is destined to strengthen their love--or possibly tear them apart.