Gateway to the West

Set in Missouri in 1840, this story follows Hayley Hunter and her husband as they embark on a journey to America in search of a new beginning, only to find herself alone and seeking family along the trail. Malcom Wheeler, who leads a wagon train helping those heading west, encounters Hayley and faces complex feelings about taking her along. As they navigate their hardships, a discovered journal opens the possibility of healing and new hope. This novel is part of the Thanksgiving Books & Blessings collection, exploring themes of family, resilience, and new beginnings.