Written on My Heart: A Shumard Oak Bend Novel (Discerning God’s Best)

It’s hard to hear God’s voice when you’ve already decided what you want him to say.In the wilds of the rugged West, Betsy Smith discovers beauty in every corner—from the blazing sunsets to the wind murmuring secrets through the mountains. Yet, it's the magnetism of Gabe Manning, with his dark complexion and dashing demeanor, that draws her gaze. Having known him since childhood, Betsy sees in Gabe the embodiment of the heroes she admires from her novels: a stalwart protector of the innocent, a champion of justice, a man of unshakable integrity, and a paragon of honor, guided by principles as steadfast as the mountains themselves— all while reconciling with his Arapaho Indian heritage. Yet, amid her admiration, Betsy longs for God’s reassurance that Gabe is the one for her.As deputy of Shumard Oak Bend, Missouri, in 1875, Gabe “Little Sun” Manning sees the allure and harshness of frontier life. Amidst the chaos, he finds solace in the presence of Miss Betsy Smith, a compassionate schoolteacher whose independence and intellect captivate him as profoundly as her beauty. Yet, as their bond deepens, Gabe wrestles with doubts about his ability to fulfill the desires of her heart. He knows she's willing to forsake her career for a future with him, but can he offer her the family she seeks? Haunted by the secrets of his past and desperate for redemption, Gabe faces his most formidable challenge yet.Written on My Heart is a powerful Christian Historical Romance full of resilience, redemption, and the enduring power of the human spirit. In award-winning author Heidi Gray McGill’s fifth installment in the Discerning God’s Best series, you’ll be transported to a world of wild-west adventure and heartwarming romance.For Lorraine Snelling, Misty M. Beller, Lacy Williams, and Linda Ford fans, this standalone novel written in a Louis L'Amour style, in the Discerning God’s Best series will capture your heart and leave you breathless. You’ll love this book if you enjoy gripping historical drama and compelling characters. Binge-read the entire series on Kindle Unlimited.• Full-length Christian historical fiction• A standalone novel in the Discerning God’s Best series• Includes discussion questions for book clubs• Timeline: 1875–1876• For fans of Lorraine Snelling, Misty M. Beller, Lacy Williams, and Linda FordBook One: Desire of My HeartBook Two: With All My HeartChristmas Companion Novella: Stitched on My HeartBook Three: Matters of the HeartBook Four: Healing of the HeartBook Five: Written on My HeartChristmas Companion Novella: A Place to BelongBook Six - Keeper of My Heart - Preorder now!Christmas Prequel: Before We Belong - available for free with newsletter signupPrequel: Deep in My Heart – available for free with newsletter signup. Search Heidi Gray McGill to locate her website. Read more