Finding

Passion

in every era.

on Every Page.

Suspense

&

Then he said, "Burn it.

Burn it down to the

ground

."

Amidst the turmoil of the Civil War, Ella Coburg grapples with a harrowing dilemma following her sweetheart Robert’s demise. Seeking refuge in the embrace of Lieutenant John Mathis, she discovers solace, only to confront danger in the menacing presence of Ethan Harris, her estranged fiancé, who torments her family and demands she dispel a cryptic curse. In a courageous effort to safeguard her loved ones, Ella must navigate her conflicted emotions for John while bravely facing the trials of war.

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he falls first

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she saves herself

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death seems to follow her

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Then he said, "Burn it.

Burn it down to the

ground

."

Amidst the turmoil of the Civil War, Ella Coburg grapples with a harrowing dilemma following her sweetheart Robert’s demise. Seeking refuge in the embrace of Lieutenant John Mathis, she discovers solace, only to confront danger in the menacing presence of Ethan Harris, her estranged fiancé, who torments her family and demands she dispel a cryptic curse. In a courageous effort to safeguard her loved ones, Ella must navigate her conflicted emotions for John while bravely facing the trials of war.

Pre-order my Copy!

Do Not Read "I'll Come to You" if you Do Not Enjoy...

View Trigger Warnings

he falls first

he has his demons

she’s afraid to love again

hiding from dangerous ex

she saves herself

Mental health representation

death seems to follow her

Gettysburg & the St. Albans Raid

Available in Kindle  & Hardcover July 2nd, 2024

Assault

Battle Scenes

PTSD Representation

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July 2nd, 2024

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As soon as I could read and write, I was penning stories way past my bedtime. My mother can attest for the number of times she found me writing by the light of my nightlight instead of sleeping. 

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Writing was always just for me, and it wasn’t until... 

...my husband, Kenny, encouraged me to “do something” with my story that I really started thinking seriously about becoming an author. As a history major and a middle school social studies teacher, history has always been my passion. There are so many stories that are left untold, so many lives that fade into the past, and so many desires and traumas that are silenced—and if my family has drama, I know their’s must have had it too!—those are the books that need to be written. 

When I’m not teaching or writing, or parenting our two kids, K.C. and Skye, I’m exploring the Pacific Northwest, reading romance novels, and self-prescribing Target retail therapy.

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"I loved this beautiful Civil War era novel...

...with characters who kept me turning the pages as quickly as I could. The story was captivating, and included romance, intrigue, pining and high-stakes battle scenes that transported me back to an unsure time for our country. I also appreciate that this book surrounds a real-life conflict; the author's take on what might have happened at that northernmost battle during the Civil War. Ms. Strand writes so descriptively that you feel like you're in each and every moment. I honestly laughed and cried throughout the book. This was a fantastic debut novel, and I can't wait to see what else she'll write! You'll find me in line at the bookstore to get my copy."

- Tori Randolph Terhune, Reader & Award-Winning Author

"The story is powerful..."

"This is Jennifer's debut novel and it was absolutely beautiful! Her writing is flawless, the story is powerful, the characters have so much depth...The journey of healing palpable...
Ella is so incredibly strong. Things just keep trying to rip her down and she does everything she can to stay afloat and help those around her. She isn't the one that can just shoot a gun or wield a dagger with no effort at all, but she works hard, early mornings, late nights, and pushes through. She earns her strength. John, oh John, his story will rip your heart out and tear it into tiny little pieces. The author handled his story so perfectly. I think she gave a good description on how war affects people. We could feel all the pain and suffering as well as the triumphs as the war raged on."

- Sarah @morethanaprettycover, Bookstagrammer

"An action packed adventure that has it all!"

Praise for I’ll Come to You. An action packed adventure that has it all! Will honor and duty win the day? Or will love? The answer will keep you turning pages way past your bedtime!

- H. Cokeley, reader

"The complexity of love and relationships is so relatable and easy to connect with."

“I’ll Come To You” is a historical romance novel that takes place during the Civil War. It follows the main character, Ella Coburg, and her journey during this time. You can’t help but feel the love and loss that she endures along her journey, and are rooting for her the whole way. This book brings you right back in time, launching you effortlessly into the lives of the characters and their stories. The author’s extensive knowledge of history makes this transition seamless. I love that she brings a new perspective on the Civil War time that is different than what you might expect. There is truly a roller coaster of possibilities of where the story could go! The complexity of love and relationships is so relatable and easy to connect with. This love story is full of ups and downs and is truly a roller coaster of emotion!

- Mary, Reader

A beautiful and moving debut novel!
This is a bit of a tragic and heartrending story, but that’s to be expected from a wartime romance that takes place during the American Civil War. It has strong Cold Mountain vibes, slow-burn, friends-to-lovers with just a splash of steam and a well-deserved happy ending. It's the contrast of pain, grief, loss, separation, fear and the horrors of war against their drive to survive and overcome. It’s women sticking together to make the best out of terrible circumstances. It’s young men trying their best to protect the home front while their older brothers are away fighting. It’s family - both found and by blood. It’s courage, determination and lots of patience...These characters get under your skin and you can’t help but root for them.

"The characters get under your skin and you can't help but root for them."

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