A.J. Culler
Historical
Romance Author
Destiny's Own is the first installment of Destiny's Own Saga Series following the exploits of the Thorn family for over a century.
Dear Historical Romance Enthusiasts,
If your heart beats a little faster at the turn of a bonneted head, the rustle of silk in a candlelit ballroom, or stolen glances between potential lovers defying the expectations of their era, you've stepped into the right story.
My novels are love letters to the past: were strength is hidden behind lace and linen and every whispered promise lingers long after the final turn of the page. Whether it's a scandalous treachery hidden for decades or even centuries or a forbidden kiss, I write for readers like you---who crave rich history, vivid emotion, and characters who fall deeply and fiercely in love.
I cordially invite you into a world where courtship is timeless.
The warmest of wishes,
A.J. Culler
An ace investigative reporter, Karl McCormick aka Sunny Scoop is accustomed to chasing dangerous stories. When a mysterious woman tips him off concerning the Chicago mayor in bed with the Irish mob boss, Karl jumps at the chance to make a name for himself at the Chicago Harold Examiner. After the “big scoop” hits the press, he finds himself unexpectedly on the run. Taking refuge in his hometown, Karl stumbles upon a story that will change him forever---Olivia Harris.
Olivia Harris recently observed her 106th birthday. She served as a conductor in the Underground Railroad and as a nurse during the Civil War. As Karl chronicles her life’s journey, Olivia commences with her parents’ tale of choosing individual aspirations or love. As the days blur together, he begins falling in love with Olivia’s great-granddaughter, Andrea. Karl ascertains the Harris farm is in jeopardy of foreclosure, meanwhile, danger closes in and time is running out. Magee’s henchmen discover his whereabouts. Will Karl be able to complete his interview before Magee’s men find him? What will happen with Andrea and their budding romance?
Continue the saga with the second installment!
What will happen to the characters as their destinies unfold!
Fun Facts about Destiny's Own
I BEGAN DESTINY'S OWN IN 2006 AND FINISHED THE FIRST DRAFT IN 2008. MY COUSIN, SHAWN, CHALLENGED ME TO WRITE A BOOK IN 12 MONTHS. IT TOOK ME 18 MONTHS TO COMPLETE.
- I TWICKED A QUOTE FROM LUKE PERRY'S IN-TERVIEW WITH ARSINIAL HALL. (HIS QUOTE IS NEAR THE END OF THE INTERVIEW) I USED IT AS THE BASIS FOR KARL'S REPLY TO HIS MOTHER. https://youtu.be/pPOmvXDkHWw?si=yZ85brwQAKFXqi6U
- FREDERICKTOWN IS MENTIONED AS KARL'S HOMETOWN TO WHERE HE FLEES FROM THE IRISH MOB, AND MANSFIELD IS ALSO MENTIONED IN THE SERIES. I DESIRED TO PLACE THE STORY IN THE GEOGRAPHICAL LOCAION OF MY BIRTH AND UPBRINGING.
- MOTHER BICKERDYKE WAS A LOCAL HISTORICAL FIGURE HAILING FROM MT. VERNON OHIO. SHE BECAME A RENOWNED CIVIL WAR NURSE, AND AGENT FOR THE U.S. SANITARY COMMISSION, ESTABLISHING 300 HOSPITALS.
A.J. Culler is a passionate historical romance author whose love for story telling began in high school, where she first dis-covered the thrill of blending history with heartfelt emotion. With a talent for bringing the past to life through richly drawn characters and sweeping narratives, her novels transport readers to another era while exploring themes such as love, resilience, hope, forgiveness and redemption.
She is in the process of crafting the Destiny's Own Saga Series containing eight novels in all, which focuses on a family spanning over one hundred years.
She also creates short stories to keep her creative edge.
When A.J. Culler isn’t writing, she spends time with her family and resides in rural Ohio.
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