Book 1 of Heart's Desire

Julia wants to marry for love...But her father's secret condems her to a love-less marriage.

In 1880 Boston, Julia Phillip's father betroths her to wealthy Lucien Harris to cover up a tragic secret. She has no interest in Lucien, but a kind jewelry store clerk has captured her attention.Can she put off Lucien long enough to convince her parents to accept a man who isn't from the upper-class as her husband.

Jacob works with his uncle in Boston, but plans to buy a farm out west when he has enough money. When Julia walks into their store his priorities change. Their mutual attraction grows into love, and he wants to be the man she marries. But how can he with so little money?

Julia feels increasing pressure from Lucien to pretend she's happy about the upcoming wedding. Then she discovers the arranged marriage is based on blackmail. Her family will be ruined if she doesn't comply.

Will God make a way for Jacob and Julia to have their heart's desire?

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