It’s June 11, 1885. Lovely Lola Bell lost her job last night, and is right now checking out the stagecoach times to Fort Reno, Indian Territory.

And you want to be there when she arrives!

And then there’s Major Daniel Adams looking for a strict, decorous matron to be a governess to his willful daughters. Growing up motherless on a frontier outpost, the Adams girls haven’t the least idea of how a lady should act. They need a firm hand – the stricter, the better.

Miss Bell would’ve never pretended to be a governess, but they needed one so desperately. And she needs the job. What could it hurt to go along, just for a bit?

“The first book in Jennings’ new Fort Reno series is a delightful read that helps solidify what a wonderful and imaginative writer Jennings is. She manages to create unique stories with interesting and well-developed characters while combining humor, mystery and a sprinkle of faith.” — RT Book Reviews”

In this character-driven series launch, Jennings offers a powerful lesson on the freedom of truth and forgiveness wrapped in a delightful story of love against the odds.”–Publishers Weekly

“This series launch is a charming historical romance set in 1880s Fort Reno, OK. . . . Jennings kicks off a new series with a light and enjoyable tale that will delight her fans as well as lovers of historical romance.”–Library Journal

We hope to see you at the Party. If you’d like to join the Facebook group you can find the invitation here. If you can’t be in Mustang, Oklahoma, to get an autographed copy don’t fret. Louisa can come to you. Copies of Holding the Fort are now available for pre-order.