I lift up my eyes to the mountains- where does my help come from?
My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.
Psalm 121:1-2
New Release 3/25/2026
Did you love A Father’s Dream?
This little backstory novella is for YOU!
He fought corruption. She fought for him.
Portland, Oregon Territory: a city of muddy streets, river noise, and the greed of men. But Stanley Hargreaves refuses to be one of them.
While corruption may thrive in the west and justice is often bought, he spends his days fighting for the forgotten—the tribes, the poor, and the children no one claims. Some call him a fool. Others call him a meddler. A few call him dangerous. But none of them know the truth. Because the strength that drives Stanley does not come from within himself. It comes from her.
Told through treasured letters and intimate journal entries, this companion novella to the Columbia River Saga reveals the private story behind the quiet philanthropist—the doubts he carries, the burdens he hides, and the woman whose faith anchors him when the world threatens to pull him under.
Before the west knew his name… she knew his heart.
A tender historical love story of faith, endurance, and the unseen power behind a good man.
The Columbia River Saga
Family found.
Love tested.
Hope renewed.
In the untamed heart of Washington Territory, one family—bound by more than blood—must fight for their land, their faith, and each other. A story of courage, forgiveness, and God’s redemption along the mighty Columbia River.
Hi, I’m Heidi.
I write faith filled historical fiction with a touch of romance set along the Columbia River, where faith, love, and the beauty of the Pacific Northwest intertwine. I’m passionate about stories that offer hope and redemption, told against the backdrop of real history and the rugged landscapes I love.
I have a background in education and counseling, but the Lord redirected my path toward storytelling—a journey that’s brought unexpected joy and purpose. I love weaving Pacific Northwest history and culture into stories that leave readers encouraged and inspired.
When I’m not writing, you’ll find me with coffee in hand, a dog at my side, and probably sharing random PNW history facts with my family.
May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer. Psalm 19:14
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