The Unexpected Christmas Guest
1870, Montana
Desperate to escape her past, Miss Journey Smith heads deep into Montana Territory. Then a terrible accident strands her in the tiny town of Walten during the Christmas season. The townspeople welcome Journey into their hearts and homes, leading her to dream of a normal life, full of happiness, holidaysand the town's handsome parson.
Enchanted by the troubled beauty, Zane Thompson knows Journey is not what she seems. But she can'tor won'ttrust him with her secrets, especially when her past reappears with a vengeance. Soon the parson must risk his life and his faith to offer Journey the greatest Christmas gift of allhis heart.
Kerri Mountain grew up in a large extended family with love, laughter, and lots of stories. She believes being able to combine her love of stories, history, and beautiful western landscapes with an active imagination is a joy. Having others read and enjoy them is an amazing blessing only the Lord could orchestrate. Kerri lives in rural western Pennsylvania. She enjoys traveling, especially in the American West, and spending time with her nieces and nephews.