Beneath the Blackberry Moon Part 2: the Sacred Writings (Creek Country Saga) (Volume 2)($15.05Value)

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The war is over. But his fiercest battles are just beginning— for her heart, for the truth, and for a peace that won’t come easy. Totka Hadjo must wait eleven moons and twenty-six sleeps before he can claim Copper Woman as his bride. With her sacred writings in hand, he sets out on two quests: Build a home worthy of her. And challenge her Jesus Creator to speak. The book’s “talking leaves” seem to hold medicine strong enough to quiet the ghosts of his unavenged kin. But even they cannot restrain the Bluecoat who once held her heart… and might rise from the shadows to reclaim it. Across the Muscogee lands, new threats stir. The Choctaws press in, reigniting ancient wounds. Leaping Waters—his first love—shadows his path with questions of her own and a hunger to understand the Jesus words written on the pages. But the deeper Totka reads, the more those words uncover truths he would rather not face. Because revenge is simpler than surrender. And bitterness, easier than belief. He’s left the battlefield behind. But the war for his soul has just begun. The Sacred Writings is a powerful Christian historical novel of spiritual hunger, cultural tension, and redemptive love. Perfect for readers of Lori Benton , Laura Frantz , and frontier fiction where faith must rise from the ashes. Author’s Note: As a writer, my goal is to weave together the emotional pull of historical romance with the depth and authenticity of historical fiction. Part 1, The Red Feather , leans into romance—a heartfelt tribute to love, healing, and swoony heroes. Part 2, The Sacred Writings , continues that journey but takes a deeper step into the cultural and spiritual complexities that shaped early America. I wrote it with deep respect for the Native peoples who once flourished across the Southeastern United States. Through this series, I invite you to pause and remember that this land was—and in many hearts, still is—the homeland of the Muscogee people. Their story is not only one of the past, but of resilience and presence. Books in Beneath the Blackberry Moon, a Christian Historical Romance Series (must be read together) Part 1, The Red Feather Part 2, The Sacred Writings Part 3, The Ebony Cloak The Untold Stories (bonus reading for fans!) Other romance books in the Beneath the Blackberry Moon world: Drawn by the Frost Moon Series (standalones) Bitter Eyes No More Love the War Woman Finding Pretty Wolf "Gardner does a beautiful job of portraying the [Muskogee] people in a respectful and honorable way." ~Reviewer Becky Van Daniker "One of the most impressive things about the novel is the authenticity and respect with which the author treats the First Nation culture. It is clear she has done her research, but the events and customs are so intertwined as to never sound expository. Instead, a vibrant history comes alive - a tale of a noble people whose seeming 'savagery', when put into perspective, is quite natural and just." ~ Tracy Krauss, author, artist, playwright My goal as a writer is to create a pleasing blend of the historical romance and historical fiction genres.  The Red Feather  is my hearty tribute to romance. Isn't Totka dreamy?  The Sacred Writings  (book 2), while giving a respectable nod to romance, delves into the cultural aspect that history buffs yearn for. It is also a memorial to the Native American tribes who for centuries dominated our Southeastern United States. If you live in Alabama or Georgia, pause for a moment, touch that gorgeous red earth beneath your feet, and remember that this land was not always ours. It first belonged to the Muscogees. APRIL W GARDNER writes Christian historical romance with a focus on our Southeastern Native Tribes. She is a military wife and homeschooling mother of two who lives in Texas. In no particular order, April dreams of owning a horse, learning a third language, and visiting all the national parks.  April loves to hear from her readers at: aprilgardnerwrites@gmail.com aprilgardner.com