Children of the Light

A woman with a past, a man determined to uncover the truth, and a secret that could tear them apart forever.A Grieving Husband: Amon Cayle needs a seamstress. He has spent the last year rebuilding his life after the tragic death of his wife in a kitchen fire, the same fire that nearly took the life of his eldest son as well. The business of grieving their loss, as well as the work of his tobacco plantation, has caused him to neglect the simplest of tasks. His family now needs clothes and despite his dislike for Mary McKechnie, and their shared past, he offers her the job.A Desperate Mother: Mary McKechnie needs a job. Her brother has threatened to take her daughters and place them into indentured service if she can't provide for them. He hasn't made it any easier by insisting she work only for fellow Friends. When Amon Cayle offers her a job, she has little choice but to accept.A Devastating Secret: The last time Amon spoke with Mary, after she walked away from him into the arms of another man over twenty years ago, she assured him she was not keeping secrets. He didn't believe her then, and he doesn't believe her now. While she is working for him, he is determined to find answers. She is just as determined to not give them.Will Mary be able to save Amon from the past? Or will his love threaten to destroy them both? Donna Hechler Porter graduated from Texas A & M University with a bachelor's degree in education. She has taught in public and private schools, and she survived homeschooling as well. She currently teaches English and literature to middle school students while also tutoring children of all ages in a variety of subjects. She recently acquired her real estate license, and now helps people start new chapters in their own lives. She lives northeast of Houston with embarrasingly way too many animals, but her heart longs for a cabin in the woods. She has published five novels and five books on her family history. Her Children of the Light Series has won a number of awards, and Keeping Secrets and Breaking Promises (Book 1 & 2), as well as The Rood (Book I of The Marylanders) were nominated for the prestigious RONE Award. She loves to make public appearances either at book signings or while teaching some aspect of history or writing. When not working, you will find her gardening, reading, cooking, sewing, or researching her family tree.

Not knowing he has other wives, Kasenia Clarke marries a man who sequesters her in his isolated desert compound with no way to escape alive. University of Arizona student Kasenia Clarke knows where she's headed in life and how to get there. But falling under a charismatic professor's spell was not part of her plan. When a romantic weekend getaway to his isolated ranch reveals his perverse agenda, Kasenia finds herself a prisoner of a madman. Desperate to extricate herself and her teenage brother from the locked compound near the U.S.-Mexico border, she frantically searches for someone to help them escape. The other "captives," who seem content with their unconventional lifestyle, are suspicious of Kasenia and her rebellious ideas. Can she trust anyone to aid her quest for freedom when the group's loyalty is to the professor and their activities are monitored day and night?

A Haunted Young WomanAnnie McKechnie is desperate to go to the backcountry to her twin sister, Katie McKechnie Sawyer. She is convinced doing so is the only way to end the dreams that haunt her nights and follow her days. The one man who can help her find peace is David Cayle, and she hates him for it.A Devoted SonDavid Cayle, back from a tour of duty with the Virginia militia, is determined to mend the breach he created his with father. Taking the man into the backcountry to rescue his wayward sister, however, was not what he had in mind. Annie's insistence on going makes matters worse, until it becomes obvious that leaving her behind is more dangerous than taking her along. Or is it?A Harrowing JourneyA young nation fights for its destiny, and the backcountry is no place for the faint of heart. Only the stoutest souls and strongest minds endure.But can David keep his promises? And what secrets is Annie still keeping? Donna Hechler Porter graduated from Texas A & M University with a bachelor's degree in education. She has taught in public and private schools, and she survived homeschooling as well. She currently teaches English and literature to middle school students while also tutoring children of all ages in a variety of subjects. She recently acquired her real estate license, and now helps people start new chapters in their own lives. She lives northeast of Houston with embarrasingly way too many animals, but her heart longs for a cabin in the woods. She has published five novels and five books on her family history. Her Children of the Light Series has won a number of awards, and Keeping Secrets and Breaking Promises (Book 1 & 2), as well as The Rood (Book I of The Marylanders) were nominated for the prestigious RONE Award. She loves to make public appearances either at book signings or while teaching some aspect of history or writing. When not working, you will find her gardening, reading, cooking, sewing, or researching her family tree.

Luke and Garrett befriend Three Leaning Trees, the son of Chief Black Stone of the Nektosha Indian settlement. One evening, the adventurous three boys encounter something sinister in the dark woods. Their adventure continues the next day inside a soaring tower on the banks of Cobblestone Island. While climbing the tower's winding stairs, they are surprised by a bat flying through a broken window and a snake-like form trailing away from a trap door. At the top of the tower, the boys make an important discovery. After their climb back down, they are met with even more surprises! A mysterious sighting on the lake, disappearing objects, a curious chocolate-making machine, and a dangerous shipwreck all add to the adventures. Three Leaning Trees shows Luke and Garrett his father's peace pipe. On Thanksgiving Day in 1884, the boys attend a dimly-lit ceremony inside a Nektosha wigwam. The peace pipe becomes a central object in teaching Luke to be more patient. As he understands that patience is a Fruit of the Spirit, Luke recognizes that Garrett's gentleness is also a gift from God meant for all "Children of the Light." Based on the Fruit of the Spirit Galatians 5: 22-23 See how each Fruit of the Spirit is discovered in the lives and adventures of the nine children of the Light. The third book in the series focuses on long-suffering (patience) and gentleness. Nine kids. Nine gifts. Nine blessed.

An Estranged Husband David Cayle wants nothing to do with his wife. He may have broken promises, but she kept secrets. Important ones. His only hope to mend his shattered self is to start over in the backcountry far away from her and Cayle Farms. But walking away from her is not as easy as he thought, for she is not done with her secrets, and this one will change his life forever.A Frightened Mother Annie Cayle faces an unknown future. Despite her last days at Cayle Farms and the danger she left behind, she is desperate to return home. When David Cayle arrives unexpectedly in Richmond, she asks him to change his plans for the sake of her unborn child. But home is not safe, and neither is David Cayle.A Child that Binds With their friendship torn apart, and their marriage shattered beyond repair, David and Annie must forge a new destiny for the sake of their child. But when old enemies exact revenge they are forced to confront past secrets and broken promises. But can David face his deepest fears to save his wife? Or, in the end, will the past destroy them both? Donna Hechler Porter graduated from Texas A & M University with a bachelor's degree in education. She has taught in public and private schools, and she survived homeschooling as well. She currently teaches English and literature to middle school students while also tutoring children of all ages in a variety of subjects. She recently acquired her real estate license, and now helps people start new chapters in their own lives. She lives northeast of Houston with embarrasingly way too many animals, but her heart longs for a cabin in the woods. She has published five novels and five books on her family history. Her Children of the Light Series has won a number of awards, and Keeping Secrets and Breaking Promises (Book 1 & 2), as well as The Rood (Book I of The Marylanders) were nominated for the prestigious RONE Award. She loves to make public appearances either at book signings or while teaching some aspect of history or writing. When not working, you will find her gardening, reading, cooking, sewing, or researching her family tree.

Aurora, Aaron and Cal are among the new generation born to the Lightworkers. With the power of the Universe in their souls, these Children of Light are the most advanced beings on Earth. Summoned to the ancient realm of Valhandra, they prepare to defeat the rising Darkness and bring forth the new world. Catapulted to dimensions beyond the boundaries of physical reality, Aurora, Aaron and Cal navigate their own challenges as they come to terms with their destinies, learn to use their powers, and discover the mysteries of life, space, the Universe, and time itself. But time is running out. A deadly plague is sweeping across the Earth. Darkness is creeping into the minds and bodies of humanity. Secrets and betrayals are surfacing within the Lightworkers, threatening to destroy Valhandra. As the future of the world hangs in the balance, can the Children of Light stop the Darkness rising?