The Wordsmith

In the seventh installment of Tess Thompson’s Emerson Pass Historicals, Adelaide Barnes, once convinced she wouldn't reach adulthood, grows into a determined young woman with dreams of publishing her manuscript. Amidst her ambitions, she grapples with forbidden feelings for James West, her older brother's best friend, who has become entwined with her family. As their relationship deepens, he discovers her secret manuscript, leading to a pivotal choice between love and loyalty. This heartwarming tale explores the complexities of family, love, and pursuing one’s dreams in a small mountain town.