In 1880 Boston, Julia Phillips’s father betroths her to wealthy Lucien Harris to cover up a tragic secret. She has no interest in Lucien, but Jacob Anderson, a kind jewelry store clerk has captured her attention. Can she put off Lucien long enough to convince her parents to accept a man who isn’t in the upper-class as her husband? 

Jacob works with his uncle in Boston, but plans to buy land for a farm out west when he has enough money. When Julia walks into their store his priorities change. Their mutual attraction grows into love, and he wants to be the man she marries. But how can he with so little money?
Julia feels increasing pressure from Lucien to pretend she’s happy about the upcoming wedding. Then, she discovers the arranged marriage is based on blackmail. Her family will be ruined if she doesn’t comply. 

Will God make a way for Jacob and Julia to have their heart's desire?

In June, 1880, Jacob and Julia go to Iowa to fulfill Jacob's dream of having his own farm. Their original plans fall apart when they get there and, Jacob wonders, will he be able to keep the promise he made to Julia and her family?

Jacob and Julia spend much time in prayer, and God provides a better plan. Now, upper-class Julia allows herself to consider her role. She's never been in a kitchen, let alone on a farm. How will she manage their home?

After many mishaps, Julia askes a neighbor for help, and gains confidence as she learns how to cook, garden and do other household duties. Jacob and Julia grow closer, but a tragic loss for Julia triggers a disagreement that leads to estrangement and deeper issues Jacob must confront. Can their faith in God bring forgiveness and reconciliation?  

1881 Boston. Ella's fiancé left town right before their wedding. A year later she still refuses to go to church or see her friends. In order to help her move past her hurt, her parents insist she get a job. In the process she gets reacquainted with Joel, a neighbor who accompanies her on the trolley to and from the large department store where she finds work. They enjoy each other’s company and Joel begins to think they might share a future.

Then, Ella’s ex-fiance returns asking for a second chance. Now she must decide if she wants to be with a man who already broke her heart once. Does she still love him? Her feelings for Joel pull her in another direction. Or maybe she should stay away from any man so she won’t get hurt again. Mama advises her to pray. 

Will Ella look to God for her answer or turn away from both men to avoid heartache?

In 1918, Dusty and Darla's Appalachian relatives still feud with their neighbors, are deeply superstitious and believe in local folklore. The teen twins deal with it every summer. But this time two young women have disappeared into an abandoned mine, and the mountain families believe trolls looking for brides are responsible.

Prince Aidan's isolated clan has waited hundreds of years for the fulfillment of a prophecy that says a heavenly being will come to them, marry the prince and lead them to a better life. After catching a glimpse of Darla, Aidan knows it’s only a matter of time.

Darla believes God has called her to rescue whoever-or whatever-lives in the mine. Dusty wants to keep her from being the next victim. Will she be savior or sacrifice?

In 1900, near Brighton, England, Justin Ramsay wants to fulfill his grandmother's death bed wish, but first he must complete a task for his brother or join the military. Elena Bishop wants to raise enough money to  save her home. 

They each have a plan to achieve their desire, but don't realize one person's success means the other person's failure. They have no idea how much trouble they'll face along the way, and they certainly don't anticipate falling in love. 

Ultimately the time comes when they must admit they have no real control. Trusting God to take care of the circumstances is the only way to find peace, even if it means Elena and her father will lose their home or Justin is sent to join a military regiment in India. Will God provide a happy ending for both Justin and Elena?