Recent Release, "Thirteen Orphans," from Christian Faith Publishing Author Sharon K. Rowland, Presents an Enthralling Mystery in Early 1900s Montana

Ocean Shores, WA, August 31, 2026 --(PR.com)-- Sharon K. Rowland has completed a new book, "Thirteen Orphans," which transports readers to the breathtaking wilderness of Glacier National Park during the transcontinental railroad boom. The story centers on Sam Rozengren, a Swiss American investigator whose unconventional methods have made him the rangers' go-to problem solver. When an experienced hiker vanishes on the notorious Highline Trail, Sam is called upon to uncover what happened; a case that will test not only his detective skills but his very character. What begins as a straightforward search evolves into something far more consequential, drawing him into a labyrinth of secrets and danger that demand every ounce of his resourcefulness.

Rowland brings her decades of experience as an educator to this work, having spent twenty-six years inspiring young minds as a composition and literature instructor across California's Central Valley. Her Master's degree in English and Bachelor's degree in music inform her ability to weave lyrical prose with compelling narrative structure. Now based in Ocean Shores, Washington, she channels her passion for nature and fictional storytelling into tales that resonate with authenticity and emotional depth, and her love of art and character development shine throughout this ambitious novel.

"Thirteen Orphans" explores timeless themes of resilience and American determination as an improbable team emerges from circumstance. Sam's trusted companion, a malamute bearing the invisible wounds of World War I service, represents the hidden struggles many carry. When Sam encounters Emma and Elias Svensson, siblings searching for their long-absent father, their individual quests converge into a shared investigation fraught with peril and unexpected connection. Through danger, loss, and the possibility of love, readers discover how ordinary people summon extraordinary courage when fate demands it—and how the bonds forged in adversity prove unbreakable.
"This novel allowed me to explore the resilience of the human spirit while celebrating the rugged beauty of one of America's most iconic landscapes," said Rowland. "I wanted to show how diverse individuals, brought together by circumstance, can accomplish what none could achieve alone, and how the past has a way of catching up with us in the most unexpected moments."

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Sharon K. Rowland's gripping work transports readers to a pivotal moment in American history while delivering a story of mystery and hope. This novel reminds us that courage often emerges from the most unlikely sources.

Readers who wish to experience this riveting work can purchase "Thirteen Orphans" at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
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