A Texas Hill Country Christmas

USA Today bestselling author: “This rollicking Western is full of gunfights, outlaws, and an unforgettable holiday.” —Library Journal As winter descends on the great state of Texas, the Jensen family faces off with renegades, rivals, and one raging storm—in this special yuletide adventure from America’s beloved western storytellers . . . While most folks are busy preparing for Christmas, the tightknit Jensen clan can only hope they’ll make it home. Luke Jensen is in San Antonio tracking down a dangerous outlaw. But when he finds the man leading a wholesome life—as a charity-working Hill Country pastor—Luke agrees to wait until after Christmas to bring him to justice. Meanwhile, Smoke and Sally Jensen head out from Fort Worth by stagecoach, only to be stranded by unrelenting rains—and stalked by a crazed Comanche killer. And in Austin, Ace Jensen falls head over heels in love with a girl he wants to marry. Unfortunately, she’s engaged to one of the outlaw gang that’s gunning for Luke’s bounty. This year, the Jensen family is in for a stormy Christmas they will never forget—and one deadly showdown they may not survive . . .

A Hill Country Christmas-Truths for Troubled Trails is a collection of 13 holiday tales representing the varied cultures and communities of the Texas Hill Country. Eight authors, each with their own distinct style, bring historical events to life in these heartwarming stories about the blessings of Christmas and truths that transcend time. In every era it's been said that "man is born to trouble as surely as the sparks fly upward," but these inspirational stories from Christmases past reassure us there will always be truths we can trust.

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…

A Hill Country Christmas--Hope for Hardscrabble Times is a collection of 18 holiday stories from every corner of the Texas Hill Country. Five different authors make history come alive in these multi-cultural narratives about life and death, humor and sadness, heartache and romance, the blessings of Christmas and the triumph of the human spirit.The holiday season isn't always easy, but these stories are filled with inspiration from Christmas Past and hope for the difficult times we live in today.

Delia Keller goes from a penniless preacher's granddaughter to a rich young heiress overnight. Building a house by Christmas is her first priority. That is until former Civil War chaplain Jude Tucker challenges her plans--and her heart. Original.

Sarah Mansfield has big dreams—live large on her daddy's money and marry a man who has even more. Born into a wealthy horse breeding family in the Texas Hill Country, she snagged Trey Simpson, a fast-climbing six-figure income attorney from a prestigious natural gas dynasty in Oklahoma. They decide to spend the holidays at her daddy's ranch where they'll announce their engagement. Her dreams are on the verge of coming true, until Christmas night her plans, and her life, change forever. Now, the Bar-M's future weighs on her shoulders. Ranch Manager Travis Wallace always considered Sarah a spoiled brat. She may be easy on the eyes, but her hoity-toity, daddy's little rich girl attitude always turned his stomach. Now, her tenacity to bring the horse ranch back into the black has him cocking back his Stetson. Perhaps there is more to this gal than he first thought, especially when she questions him about the true meaning of Christmas beyond tinsel and gifts. Could this be the woman God has chosen for him? It will take a miracle or two to convince him.

A unique book of different ethnic groups that have come to Texas. This book shows how Texans have celebrated Christmas for over 4 centuries, during good and bad times.

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