The Shepherd's Heart books in order

The Shepherd's Heart series by Lynnette Bonner is a Christian historical romance set in the Rocky Mountain frontier, following settlers building lives in the American West.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Rocky Mountain Oasis 2009 Lynnette Bonner Buy
2 High Desert Haven 2012 Lynnette Bonner Buy
3 Fair Valley Refuge 2012 Lynnette Bonner Buy
4 Spring Meadow Sanctuary 2012 Lynnette Bonner Buy

The Shepherd’s Heart was Lynnette Bonner’s debut series, beginning with Rocky Mountain Oasis in 2009. Set on the American frontier, the four books follow settlers and homesteaders building lives in the Rocky Mountain region. Each novel centers on a different character’s journey toward love and faith, with the harsh realities of frontier living providing the backdrop.

High Desert Haven, Fair Valley Refuge, and Spring Meadow Sanctuary (all 2012) rounded out the series. The titles reflect the pattern of each book: characters in tough circumstances finding both a safe place and a romantic partner. Bonner established her voice with this series, combining historical detail with inspirational themes in a way she would continue throughout her career.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the The Shepherd's Heart series?

There are four books in the The Shepherd’s Heart series, published between 2009 and 2012.

What is the first book in the The Shepherd's Heart series?

The first book in the The Shepherd’s Heart series is Rocky Mountain Oasis, published in 2009.

What time period is The Shepherd's Heart set in?

The series is set in the American frontier era of the mid-to-late 1800s. Rocky Mountain Oasis (2009) begins the story of settlers carving out lives in the harsh but beautiful Rocky Mountain landscape, and subsequent books follow connected characters in the same frontier community.

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