Shelley Shepard Gray Books

Exploring the complexities of relationships, this narrative delves into how deep friendships can evolve into romantic feelings. The characters navigate their emotions and the challenges that arise when crossing the line from friends to lovers. Themes of love, vulnerability, and the fear of losing a cherished bond are intricately woven throughout the story, making it a poignant exploration of connection and the risks involved in pursuing deeper intimacy.

Set against the backdrop of Amish life, this installment follows a young teacher and a farmer as they confront and heal from past traumas. Their journey explores themes of forgiveness, community, and personal growth, highlighting the challenges and joys of their intertwined lives. As they navigate their emotions and the expectations of their world, they discover the power of love and understanding in overcoming obstacles.

This collection features the complete Sisters of the Heart trilogy by bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray. The novels explore deep themes of love, friendship, and family bonds among a group of women navigating life's challenges. Readers will be drawn into their heartfelt journeys, experiencing both struggles and triumphs as they support one another through various trials. This single volume presents an opportunity to enjoy the complete saga, highlighting Gray's engaging storytelling and rich character development.

New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray returns to the Walnut Creek Series with a poignant story of a young woman’s journey to find peace in her hometown. Kendra Troyer always planned to escape Walnut Creek, leaving behind her four siblings and an abusive home for design school in Columbus. Determined to avoid Nate Miller, the boy she vowed to despise, Kendra faced her own struggles in the city. However, after reconnecting with her faith and experiencing the loss of a close friend, she decides it’s time to return home. Back in Walnut Creek, Kendra discovers a life she never imagined: her own design shop, a charming house, and supportive friends. Yet, as she settles in, unexpected visitors and haunting memories resurface. Complicating her return is Nate, who now runs the hardware store nearby and challenges her to confront her past. As Kendra grapples with her childhood anger, she must decide if she can embrace forgiveness and find the solace she has always sought in Walnut Creek.

Meredith Hunt is content with her solo life. She owns and runs a successful Pilates studio, volunteers at the high school every week, and recently bought a house. She can take care of herself, which is good because she has a hard time relying on other people. When she's mugged and a handsome man comes to her rescue, she doesn't know how to accept his help -- or how to stop staring into his chocolate-brown eyes.

"In this return to the heartwarming series about "friendship, love, and truth" (Rachel Hauck, New York Times bestselling author), Kyle Lambright has fallen hard for Gabrielle Allison Ferrara. After all, she's beautiful, smart, and kind. There's just one problem--his Amish family will never allow him to date an Englischer. Can Kyle break with tradition for true love, or will he stay with his family?"-- Provided by publisher

"The crisp fragrance of pine trees and the warm spice of fresh cookies aren't the only blessings that Christmas brings, and no one knows more about happy homecomings than three couples who are celebrating the greatest gift of all ..." -- Back cover

For the Amish, the day after Christmas is for family, feasting, and exchanging simple gifts. And for three different couples, it will bring another precious chance for love . . . THEIR SECOND CHANCE New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Shelley Shepard Gray Amish nanny Hannah Eicher never thought she’d see Rob Prince again. There was no way a relationship between her and the handsome English fireman could overcome her family’s objections—and their personal differences. But when he saves her from a sudden blaze, Hannah longs to see if they can turn holiday hope into a lifetime of happiness . . . HIS AMISH ANGEL * Patricia Johns She’s too outspoken to be a proper Amish wife. So as advice columnist “Miss Amish,” Maggie Lapp helps Amish and English with their romantic problems. But when her tradition-minded former fiancé accidentally reveals her secret, Maggie will need more than a miracle to make things right—and find a perfect love for all the Christmases to come . . . AN HEIRLOOM CHRISTMAS * Virginia Wise Rachel Miller won't let her disability keep her from selling heirloom plants and proving she can be independent. She certainly doesn't need reckless Joseph Webber working at her greenhouse to pay off a disastrous Rumspringa stunt. But she and Joseph have more in common than they think—and their surprising holiday partnership might just blossom into forever joy . . .

Everyone needs a safe place to call home When her mother passes away, Ella's forced to auction off her family's farm. Her father died years ago, and she could never manage the fifty acres on her own. But after she moves to town, she can't deny the pain she feels watching the new owner, Loyal Weaver, repairing her family's old farmhouse—everything Ella had once dreamed of doing. What Ella doesn't know is that Loyal secretly hopes she will occupy this house again . . . as his wife. He begins inviting her over, to ask her opinion on changes he wants to make. As their friendship blooms, Ella starts to wonder about Loyal's intentions, especially when her best friend, Dorothy, hints that Loyal is not who he seems. There's no way the golden boy of their close-knit Amish community could be interested in Ella, long the wallflower, hidden away caring for her ailing parents. Should she trust the man she's always yearned for, or the friend who's always been by her side? When one of them threatens to disrupt the independence she's finally achieved, Ella is faced with a choice. She can protect her heart and keep things the way they've always been. Or she can come out of her shell, risk everything for the love she's always wanted, and finally have a place to call home.