7 The Rose Collection books in order

The cover-up didn’t have the desired effect. The lies could not be contained and rippled throughout the community. The sense of betrayal hit seventeen-year-old Scott the hardest. He had planned out his entire life based on the teachings of his spiritual mentor. Discovering that his mentor was living a lie… show more.

Caroline Taft did her best to live a life of service and sacrifice, “above reproach,” but when her teaching career at Benchmark Baptist Christian School is cut short, she discovers that she hasn’t lived much of a life at all. Despite going on visitation every Saturday, teaching Sunday school, singing… show more.

Julia has one goal — to leave her childhood home behind.

Within the sprawling town of Sampson, Julia’s life is stifling. When a child, Julia clung to the yearly promise of a week at Nana’s. As a teen, she seized the opportunity to work summers at a Christian campground. College… show more.

If they could leave the past behind, they would.

The mountain city of Dawes is a great place to hide in plain sight. As the owner of Twice-Turned Books, Michael Bernard spends his days surrounded by gently used volumes and people who love to read. Ally James works across the… show more.

Wise and Mighty

Sometimes the hardest thing to do is walk away.

Pastor Jason Taylor wants to believe that most people in his circle of fellowship are good — that they want to serve God and each other. But now, the evidence is piling up. Crimes are coming to light,… show more.

Being alone doesn't mean being lonely.

Ginger Douglass has no regrets about leaving her past behind and moving forward alone. As an independent woman, she finally feels safe.

Two part-time jobs pay for her one-bedroom apartment, but even though her rent keeps rising, she's thrilled to have a place to… show more.

“Be ye kind” is a simple command, so why is it so hard for people to follow?

When the Lord opened the door for Denise's husband, Topher, to Pastor the beleaguered Rhodes Baptist Church, she agreed to return to their hometown. Opening a bakery, supporting Topher in his ministry, and… show more.