At The Time for Love is a godly coming-of-age novel for teenage girls, inspired by Ezekiel 16:8: “Then I passed by you and saw you, and behold, you were at the time for love….” ❤️
Expected publication, Fall 2026. 🍂
Autumn, an imaginative young woman with striking red hair, enjoys a joyful life with her close-knit family in the rural town of Pomeberry. When her father, Ricky, leaves suddenly to help his ailing brother, Autumn’s carefree world shifts as her family faces new challenges.
As Ricky’s absence strains the family, Autumn and her siblings struggle to keep the farm afloat. David, the eldest brother, steps up, but hardships mount. Autumn turns to faith and imagination to endure her grief.
James, a handsome young businessman, visits Pomeberry shortly after converting to Christianity. He develops a fondness for the Amish-like community, and the hardships faced by the locals evoke his empathy. Utilizing his business expertise, he shares his ideas. Nevertheless, the community remains firmly rooted in tradition and wary of outsiders. Through patience and prayer, James endeavors to do good for those who may not initially recognize what is beneficial for them.
Although Autumn intends to stay detached, she develops deep feelings for James as he connects with her family and challenges the traditions of her community. His kindness, genuine concern, infectious laughter, impressive physique, and inspiring faith ignite a love she never expected. As she uncovers a mysterious truth, Autumn faces a crossroads when her hidden feelings come to light.
But how long will James stay? How much longer will her father be absent? And what will happen if he returns and discovers her private feelings for James?
Autumn must choose whether to embrace awakened love or shut her heart out of fear of the many unknowns.
