New Series Spotlight: The Violet Vale Series by Jessica Northwood

In Willow Haven and beyond, Violet Vale discovers that coming home means finding—and writing—her true story.

Book One: New Beginnings

Burned by failure, author Violet Vale returns to her Appalachian hometown to a mother’s silence and Caleb Mason, a steadfast firefighter who was once her best friend. As old journals and unsent letters surface, she confronts the ghosts of who she was and dares to ask: where do you belong when the past won’t let you leave? Northwood’s prose is poignant and intimate, painting small-town life with wide-open emotion. Read it here.

Book Two: As Petals Fall

Still unpacking boxes and rebuilding rhythms, Violet believes stillness might suffice—until Caleb reappears with hands that once held her heart. Their connection reignites amid echoes of old dreams, forcing her to choose between the comfort of home and the call of her own voice. This tender second installment explores the quiet ache of letting go—and of letting love root deep enough to bloom again. Read it here.

Book Three: Becoming Violet

Violet finds her voice again through Lark Adler’s porch writing circle, rediscovering her creativity and the courage to stay. Between jars of honey, unwritten truth, and an offer from her old life, she faces the hardest question: is real bravery found in leaving—or in staying? Northwood’s gentle, character-driven romance is a love letter to self-discovery and the power of quiet community. Read it here.

Why Read It

Jessica Northwood crafts an expansive, evolving world around one unforgettable heroine. Whether it’s home, adventure, or intrigue calling, Violet’s story reminds us that every chapter of our lives can be the one that sets us free.