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They vowed to keep their marriage in name only.

But when the unexpected happens on the grueling journey west . . .

Their carefully constructed partnership will be put to the ultimate test.



Priscilla White knows she’ll never be a wife or mother and feels God’s call to the mission field.

Dr. Eli Ernest is back from Oregon Country only long enough to raise awareness of missions to the natives before heading out West once more. But then Priscilla and Eli both receive news from the mission board: No longer will they send unmarried men and women into the field. Left scrambling for options, the two realize the other might be the answer to their needs.

Priscilla and Eli agree to a partnership, a marriage in name only that will allow them to follow God’s leading into the mission field. But as they journey west, this decision will be tested by the hardships of the trip and by the unexpected turnings of their hearts.



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  • RT Book Reviews: Hedlund‘s thoroughly captivating story is set against the backdrop of need, danger, desperation and suspense. The characterization, research and emotions weave a wonderful story that will leave readers rooting for the couple through each stage of the journey. ~Jennifer Reyes


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The Preacher’s Bride

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She was determined to serve a wounded family.

He was determined to preach the truth.

Neither expected to fall in love.



In 1650s England, a young Puritan maiden is on a mission to save the baby of her newly widowed preacher—whether her assistance is wanted or not.

Always ready to help those in need, Elizabeth ignores John’s protests of her aid. She’s even willing to risk her lone marriage prospect to help the little family.

Yet Elizabeth’s new role as housekeeper takes a dangerous turn when John’s boldness from the pulpit makes him a target of political and religious leaders. As the preacher’s enemies become desperate to silence him, they draw Elizabeth into a deadly web of deception. Finding herself in more danger than she ever bargained for, she’s more determined than ever to save the child—and man—she’s come to love.


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  • Christianbook: “Jody Hedlund develops the setting and characters so well, that you become immediately immersed in the day to day lives of the period . . . If this book is any indication, we’ll be reading Jody Hedlund’s outstanding stories for years to come!” ~Dianne Burnett
  • RT Book Reviews: “In this remarkable debut based on the life of Pilgrim’s Progress author John Bunyan, Hedlund shows a great talent for immediately transporting readers into her story. The pages turn faster with each chapter and the characters seem like old friends from the beginning.” ~Terri Dukes
  • Booklist: “In her historical inspirational fiction debut, Hedlund crafts a penetrating narrative about loss, love, and the sacrifices that are made for one’s faith . . . The strength, chastity, and faithful zeal of both main characters will resonate strongly with fans of inspirational historical fiction. Based loosely on the second marriage of John Bunyan, a hero of the faith and author of The Pilgrim’s Progress, Hedlund’s novel exemplifies the struggles of the Puritan preachers and their “well-beloved” wives.” ~ Elizabeth Ponder
  • Christian Library Journal: “Jody Hedlund has a gift with words and an imagination that effortlessly brings stories to life. Set in Bedford, England, in the year 1659, she takes you on a wonderful adventure of the hardships that the Puritans faced in preaching the Gospel. The plot is well thought out and developed. Based on the life of Elizabeth Bunyan, the story contains many surprises and vividly shows the hardships that she must have faced . . . The main characters are devout Puritans and the plot is centered around the time that the persecution from the Royalists began against the Puritans. Elizabeth rises to the challenge, and while she has her faults and human desires, her character is strong and sets a wonderful example of the Proverbs 31 woman.” ~Katy McCurdy


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