Set against a backdrop of violence and uncertainty, Claire Wynter returns to her childhood island to search for her missing grandmother, despite her family's despair. Driven by love and determination, she becomes a one-woman search party, believing her grandmother is still alive. As she navigates challenges and unexpected alliances, Claire's journey unfolds with suspense, missteps, and the emergence of a budding romance, leading to an outcome that surprises everyone involved.
Set against the backdrop of New Lebanon College, a Christian institution facing a cultural shift, the story follows Dr. Lola McIntyre, a dedicated professor. As the college leadership prioritizes academic prestige over spiritual values, Lola and her colleagues strive to maintain the college's faith-based foundation. Their efforts lead to escalating tensions that threaten the institution's core. Amidst this struggle, Lola undergoes a profound personal transformation, highlighting the complexities of faith, change, and institutional identity.
The arrival of a newborn evokes profound joy and excitement, capturing the essence of new beginnings and the transformative power of parenthood. This book explores the emotional journey of expecting parents, highlighting the hopes, dreams, and challenges they face as they prepare for their child's arrival. Through heartfelt narratives and relatable experiences, it delves into the profound connections formed during this pivotal life moment.
Claire Wynter returns to the U.S. from a successful search for her missing grandmother in Jamaica, where Karl Grayson from the island's well-to-do class, descendants of English settlers, had taken an interest in her while helping her in the search. Claire brings back with her the memory of their nascent romance and her promise to return to Karl soon. But she also brings back the words from Karl's mother who expressed the fear that her grandchildren would be dark. Claire is deeply hurt by the racial slur and decides to give Karl Grayson and his family a wide berth. Setting aside her promise to return to him soon, she resumes her satisfying life as communications director at a university and immerses herself in her work. But when her close friend develops what seems to be a promising relationship, Claire has second thoughts and is stirred to revive her near-romance with Karl. She makes a call to the island, connects with him, and life for her takes a dramatic turn. Island Hearts is a piece of Christian fiction that exposes racial bias and pride of place, and reveals the virtues of faith and devotion.
