Fields of Timothy Book One

Author: David Stillwagon

In 1905, Western Pennsylvania is no place for easy living, especially for Katie Collier. Her family is trapped in poverty, her father’s alcoholism darkens their home, and the loss of her mother has left a gaping hole in her heart. Katie clings to a single hope—escaping the chaos of her father’s drunken outbursts and building a life of her own.

Hope arrives one day when their neighbor, Mr. Marlowe, comes seeking help. His wife, overwhelmed with caring for their newborn triplets, needs someone to assist with the cooking and childcare. Much to Katie’s surprise, her father agrees to send her. For the first time in a long while, Katie breathes easier, finding both purpose and peace in her new role.

The Marlowe family’s local church becomes a refuge, and Katie forms a friendship with the kindhearted pastor. He recognizes her natural compassion and suggests she pursue a career in nursing. For Katie, the idea of becoming a nurse offers a vision of a brighter future—one far from the struggles of farm life.

But her growing affection for Will, the Marlowes’ eldest son, complicates her dreams. As their friendship deepens into a gentle romance, Katie is torn. Will envisions a different future—one where Katie remains by his side, not in a city hospital, but on the farm as his wife.

As Katie stands at a crossroads, her faith in God is tested like never before. Will she follow the dream that leads her away from all she’s known, or will love and loyalty anchor her to the farm? In the face of heartache and hope, Katie must trust God to reveal where her true future lies.