The Merchant's Daughter: A Story of the Ashes of War and Love's Return

1876, Georgia. The war is over, but its scars remain.

When Benjamin returns home after the Civil War, he finds nothing but ashes-his family murdered and his land destroyed. With nowhere else to turn, he drifts into the dying town of Clyde and crosses paths with Arabella, the mercantile owner who has lost as much as he has. What begins with mistrust soon sparks into something more-something worth fighting for.

But Arabella's suitor, Charles, has no intention of letting her go. His jealousy ignites a dangerous game of lies, betrayal, and violence. When Arabella is robbed and wounded, Charles seizes the chance to frame Benjamin, pushing the town to turn against him. Yet the truth is darker still: Charles is hiding a deadly secret that could shatter everything Arabella thought she knew.

As passion collides with peril, Benjamin and Arabella must choose between clinging to the ruins of the past-or risking everything for love and a new beginning.

A gripping tale of romance, suspense, and redemption, The Merchant's Daughter will sweep you into the heart of postwar Georgia, where love must rise from the ashes of war.

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Winners of the Narrative Voyager Award in 2025 - As natives of southeast Georgia, Gary and Carol Roberts are an award-winning husband-and-wife writing team who have shared over thirty-five wonderful years of marriage, together having five children and delighting in seven grandchildren. Gary is a retired police chief, and Carol is a retired medical transcriptionist, but their greatest shared adventure has been bringing history and romance to life through their writing. Together, they've penned several beloved historical romance novels, combining their love of storytelling, faith, and each other into every page they write.

As historical fiction authors, we are passionate about bringing the past to life through vivid storytelling and careful research. Our novels are inspired by real events, true resilience, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. Each story blends fact and imagination, allowing readers to step into another time while finding connections that still resonate today.

We write historical fiction books that explore lives shaped by history?stories of courage, hope, and survival. From Southern landscapes to moments of national significance, my work seeks to honor the people who lived through hardship and left behind legacies of strength.

What draws us to historical storytelling is the way small, personal moments reflect larger truths. Whether inspired by family history, forgotten events, or places rich with heritage, my novels aim to weave together authenticity and emotion.

Readers who enjoy fiction inspired by true stories will find narratives that are both deeply human and rooted in history. Our books are not just about the past?they are about understanding how the past continues to shape who we are today.

Thank you for joining us on this journey through history and imagination. We hope my stories offer both an escape into another era and a reflection of the timeless resilience of the human spirit.

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