Books like Destinations by Tamela Hancock Murray

When Lavonia Penn vows to honor her mother’s dying wish by becoming a missionary in America, her plans are thrown into turmoil by her sister’s chronic illness and the sale of their family estate. Meanwhile, William Armory, a talented artist turned physician, was raised in orphanage by an anonymous benefactor who supported his medical education. Faced with scandalous rumors and personal doubt, William turns to faith for strength. When Lavonia and William meet, their growing attraction threatens to derail their commitments. The discovery of William’s benefactor’s identity forces both to confront their pasts and reevaluate what truly matters. Set against a backdrop of early 19th-century missionary work, the story weaves romance, faith, and the noble calling of medicine, highlighting the profound impact of unseen support and the complexities of man‑woman relationships in a young, burgeoning America.

First publish date: 2000