Sunfire is a series of young adult romance novels published by Gramedia in the 1980s. They are not currently printed.
The books were written by a group of authors, including Vivian Schurfranz (9), Jane Claypool Miner (6), Candice F. Ransom (6), Mary Francis Shura (6), Jeffie Ross Gordon (2), and Willo Davis Roberts ( 3).
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Novel structure
The Sunfire books contain two themes: history and romance. Each book features a teenage girl who has a certain period or event in American history. At the same time, with very few exceptions, the girl was split between two would-be lovers. The girl usually precedes her time in ideas and actions and the applicant she almost always chooses is the person who approves or accepts her actions. The front cover always features the main character flanked by two of her lover candidates, along with scenes from the historical event or period that is the setting for the book.
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Title and summary
Title in the Sunfire series listed in the publication order:
(most of the description is taken from the back cover of the book)
(# 1) Amanda by Candice F. Atonement
With only wearing a silk dress to protect her from the scorching sun, Amanda was afraid she would die on the Oregon Trail. Like the memories of Boston, the night ball, and Joseph fading, the trouble of living on the train car fills his days. Turning from a spoiled city girl to a powerful young woman, Amanda finds drought and death, beauty and joy, and love that will last forever.
(# 2) Susannah by Candice F. Atonement
Susannah Dellinger has lived sixteen years as a proper Virginia girl - obedient, dreaming of marriage, leaving decisions to the men. But when his brother and fiancee were summoned to defend the South, Susannah took the first rebellious step against the old rules. He had to fight for his own life, for his family, and for the secret love born in the fires of war. Defined during the American Civil War.
(# 3) Elizabeth by Willo Davis Roberts
Living in Salem, Massachusetts with a tight Puritan aunt and uncle, Elizabeth finds joy and amusement in a new friendship. However, danger arises when his friend is accused of witchcraft, and must make a series of choices regarding his destiny and future.
(# 4) Danielle by Vivian Schurfranz
This was 1814 when the beauty of New Orleans Danielle Verlain helped Geoffrey, a young pirate, escape from his family's estate and the authorities. Soon he was captivated by his dashing looks and dangerous lifestyles. While his fiancee, Paul, is handsome and sweet, Danielle misses something more. The change occurred when the pirates abducted him and held him for ransom. Danielle faces Geoffrey again. A love awakens in her, and an eager Danielle must decide between a comfortable life with Paul or an adventure as a pirate queen! Defined during the War of 1812 and featured performances by famous Jean Lafitte pirates.
(# 5) Joanna by Jane Claypool Miner |
From his simple farming life in Vermont, Joanna bravely joined the growing number of girls working in a textile factory in 1836. With her, she brought painful memories of Jed, a young man who had abandoned him, loved the ocean more than loved him. At Lowell , the Massachusetts factory of Joanna is horrified to find a tiring and dangerous job. Even the romance with the nephew of the factory owner, Theo, can not keep up with the daily work of being boring which is frightening. To attack with another milling factory, Joanna seems the only way out of a job that threatens her existence. But opposing the factory owner would mean losing his job and Theo. And if Jed gets back from the ocean, will he know - can he love - the new Joanna?
(# 6) Jessica by Mary Francis Shura
Jessica has lived her entire life in a flat Kansas meadow. It was there, the year he turned sixteen, that Jessica was in love. The brave Indian youth, Wheeling Hawk, rescued him from the flood, and Jessica's heart disappeared. But even the most energetic young ladies must oppose their families and homes for such a long love. And Jessica could not see in the eyes of Will Reynold, where there had been anger, there now shining her own love.
(# 7) Caroline by Willo Davis Roberts
Feisty Caroline slipped away from home to follow his brothers looking for gold. He must disguise as a boy to survive on the way, which makes a lot of drama and confusion for all involved.
(# 8) Kathleen by Candice F. Atonement
Kathleen immigrated to Boston from Ireland during the Potato Famine and had to work as a maid. After watching his family die on their ship to America, Kathleen quickly became aware of anti-Irish sentiment in the United States. After working for several years as a housekeeper, Kathleen was recognized as an Irish nobleman by the townspeople, one of whom stole her heart and promised the life she had passed.
(# 9) Marilee by Mary Francis Shura
Until his father died, Marilee lived a peaceful life in England. Suddenly he had to cross the ocean to Jamestown, Virginia, to join his brother and his new wife. He's a little ready for jealousy in his sister-in-law's jealousy, constant threat of Indian attack, or so many applicants. Ship Phillip Soames's officer is kind and caring but often at sea. Michael Braden is dashing but mysterious; and Timothy Reeves, the servant who was obliged to his brother, was brash but charming. Push yourself in this forbidden land, Marilee must follow her heart to find the person she really loves.
(# 10) Laura by Vivian Schurfranz
While the men fought in World War I, the beautiful Laura Mitchell was caught up in the struggle for women's rights in Washington, DC in 1918. Disappointed by her willingness to go to jail for her beliefs, Laura's mother and sister encouraged her to pay more attention to her applicants. Laura only has eyes for her neighbor, Joe Menotti, who treats her like a sister. But his brother's friend, Shawn O'Brien, sweeps him off his feet with Irish charm and looks dashing. But everyone but Joe wants him to let go of his ideals. Should she change herself, try to change the man she loves, or follow her conscience to the main man who waits with open arms?
(# 11) Emily by Candice F. Atonement
At the turn of the 20th century, Emily Blackburn was a wealthy New York girl who had everything a girl could dream of. She wore the latest Parisian fashion, and was escorted to a feast by the awe-inspiring and wealthy Lord of Worthington. But in the middle of the social whirl she felt empty and restless. When he met Dr. The handsome Stephen Reed, he opposes his parents and volunteers at the public hospital where he works. Helping there fill his life with a new meaning, and Stephen awakens his heart with love. But she just saw her a spoiled rich girl. Emily had to prove that she was useless and caring about other people, especially, about her.
(# 12) Jacquelyn by Jeffie Ross Gordon
Set during the Depression of the 1930s.
(# 13) Victoria by Willo Davis Roberts
For the beautiful and beautiful Victoria Winters, Texas in 1835 was the place where the party lasted for three days. It is also a place of chaos and violence. War with Mexico can not be far. Luis Arista, the son of a rich Mexican landowner, offers Victoria's security and comfort, but will he be able to adjust to his lifestyle? Cade Riley is a very handsome Texas Ranger and very fond of Victoria. But he can not marry her until - or if - he's back from the battlefield. What will happen to Victoria's Texas and the people she loves?
(# 14) Cassie by Vivian Schurfranz
Ever since Cassie was captured by the Indians at the age of 4 she loved her Iroquois family. At the age of 15 he can shoot and drive and any soldier. Then his world was destroyed and he was kicked out of the only house he knew and he had to search to find where he really was.
(# 15) Roxanne by Jane Claypool Miner
Roxanne came from a small town to Hollywood with one dream: to be a star. And he will do anything to succeed: change his appearance, his name and his friends. He must decide whether he should give in to John Randolph, the son of a filmmaker, who can introduce him to all the right people. Or if she should follow her heart to Gary Marlowe, a shimmering star who has eyes for all the players and a wonderful addition on set. But Roxanne knows she will not be satisfied just as an extra - for Gary or Hollywood... she'll have it all!
(# 16) Megan by Vivian Schurfranz
It's 1867 and beautiful, Megan O'Brien, 16 years old, surrenders luxurious life in Washington, D.C. to trouble in Alaska. His father's work on international affairs has brought the family to Sitka. As if a harsh climate were not enough to get used to, Megan also had to face the hostility and threats of an angry feather merchant who did not like his father's new rules. He meets the handsome Ivan Zolotov, a hardworking fisherman, and dashing Adam Logan, whose father owns Sitka's biggest store. When the two men fell in love with Megan, she split in between them. Zolotov and Logans were involved in a fierce feud, and he had to take sides. Before he was sure which man he would choose, he was abducted by a vengeful merchant. Alone and frightened, he realizes who his true love is. Will he have a chance to claim his love?
(# 17) Sabrina by Candice F. Atonement
In 1780, the Revolutionary War was still raging, especially in Charleston, South Carolina, where orphan Sabrina Robbins, 16, lived and worked in her uncle's shop. Sabrina, the staunch Patriot, fell in love with Martin Cresswell, a handsome Tory. Despite their political opposition, Sabrina believes their love can survive. But when he meets Richard Taylor, a brave but arrogant patron who is a spy, he is confused. How could he be so interested in Richard if he loved Martin? When Uncle Sabrina got sick, Sabrina had to take over her role in the spy ring, though that meant betraying Martin and risking her own life. He knows that Richard things some things - freedom and love - worth any risk. But will he find the courage to fight for freedom and choose between the two men who love him?
(# 18) Veronica by Jane Claypool Miner
Sixteen-year-old Prime Minister Veronica Stewart's attention on the night of Pearl Harbor's bombing is whether to date Mike or Phillip, but the devastation in her hometown of Hawaii altered her worries.
(# 19) Nicole by Candice F. Atonement
Rich, sixteen-year-old Nicole Sanders faces tragedy and romance with two very different people - Karl, a young immigrant, and Price Armsey's British nobleman - as he and his mother sail back to the Titanic.
(# 20) Julie by Vivian Schurfranz
Julie, a young telegrapher whose family works at First Transcontinental Railroad, is split between the charming Dylan O'Kelly and the serious Samuel Harper.
(# 21) Rachel by Vivian Schurfranz
In 1910 and Rachel Roth was 16 years old and his family were immigrants from Poland to America. When Rachel saw the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor, she caught her breath. The majestic statue seemed to promise her life better. Although life in busy New York City was difficult, Rachel was pleased with her new country and her work at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory. Unaware that a tragedy at the factory was about to happen, Rachel thrived on the admirable admiration of Joshua Fine, who wanted a traditional house with her by her side. But when Rachel meets Nathan Meyers, an energetic reporter who loves her and wants her to be modern, just like an American, Rachel is not sure. To be an American, should he let go of his past? Will his legacy, or heart, determine which man he loves?
(# 22) Corey by Jane Claypool Miner |
After his brothers were forced to fight for the Confederacy, his father was sold, and his mother disappeared, Corey, a home slave on the South Carolina plantation, fled to Philadelphia where he found dignity, friendship, and freedom to love.
(# 23) Heather (1665) by Vivian Schurfranz
In the British Colony of New York in 1665, sixteen-year-old Heather discovered that one of the two men who claimed to love her might also plan to kill her.
(# 24) Gabrielle by Mary Francis Shura
After Gabrielle Prentice, a performer at her father's showboat, met David Wesley and spent a week at his family farm, he found that farming life was not as he imagined it to be.
(# 25) Merrie by Vivian Schurfranz
Storing himself on the Mayflower to escape from an arranged marriage, the sixteen-year-old Merrie Courtland did not receive a welcome on a pilgrim's ship. Luke Bosworth, the handsome young sailor who found him, believed that he was just a dishonest passenger. His only friend is a handsome young doctor's assistant, Zachariah Gaines. Merrie must be brave and insightful to make it through the once desolate winter of Plymouth Colony. But can he persuade the pilgrim to accept it? Luke wants Merrie back to England to marry him. Zachariah wants her to stay. When the colony prepares a thanksgiving feast, Merrie faces the toughest test of all. Does he have the courage to listen to his heart?
(# 26) Nora by Jeffie Ross Gordon
The San Francisco Earthquake.
(# 27) Margaret by Jane Claypool Miner
Teaching in a one-room prairie school in Nebraska in 1886 meant more than giving lessons to 32 very different students. For the 15-year-old Margaret, who has left Chicago to start a new life, it also means learning to survive a violent snow storm, deadly plague, and terrible loneliness. Then he met Gerald, a handsome young man who taught in a nearby town. And she finds herself increasingly interested in contemplation, the handsome Robert, the 18-year-old son of an old farmer who is his worst student. Gerald offers Margaret a chance to return to the civilized comfort of the city. But he can not forget his dream. The raging grassland fire forced Margaret to prove himself, and gave him the courage to choose life - and love - that he really wanted.
(# 28) Josie by Vivian Schurfranz
Since his mother died, Josie has taken care of the family. But he dreamed of adventure, and a more attractive lover than the soft, gentle James who runs the Carson City horse express office. Then Mike, a fierce expressionist of a great horse, came to town. Was Josie's dream a reality? Josie finds her answer unexpectedly, when she is the only one who can travel that dare to send an email. Captured by a group of criminals led by a famous female bandit, Jodie gets first-hand views of brave and dangerous real lives, and some women-to-female advice on love. Does Josie have a heart for another kind of adventure - the adventure of true love?
(# 29) Diana by Mary Francis Shura
Diana is a wealthy young lady who lived in New Orleans during the Louisiana Purchase. When his beloved city became an American, he faced challenges, and a choice between rich Creole, and Lewis & amp; who like adventure. Explorer Clark.
(# 30) Renee by Vivian Schurfranz
More than anything, Renee wanted to be a New York City newspaper reporter. His family did not approve. But Nick, the young man they'd hoped to marry, understood. Or is he? One day, when Steven Morison's handsome came into his father's bike shop, Renee got a chance. Steven's mother owns the New York Gazette. Steven gets Renee's job as a cub reporter. And he took her out. Then the Great Blizzard of 1888 buried New York City with a raging, cold, and snowy wind, some as tall as a building. Renee is the only reporter who made her work, and she was told to cover up a blizzard! Dare to walk dangerous and freezing streets, he becomes a hero more than once. And the story is published - on the front page! He's on his way. Steven had asked him to marry him, and let go of his job. She knows she loves him. But does true love mean giving up the dream?
(# 31) Jennie by Jane Claypool Miner |
Jennie struggled to save her life in the great Johnstown Flood in 1889 and survived as a telegraph reporter covering the disaster but had to choose between two people who were competing for affection.
(# 32) Darcy by Mary Francis Shura
For his sixteenth birthday, Galveston, Texas belle Darcy wants to have fun. She wanted to laugh with her friend Angela, make love to Angela, a handsome Yankee cousin, Michael, and dance with her old friend Alex. But the Galveston storm of September 1900 changed all that. Caught together with Michael in a deadly storm and set the Galveston level overnight, killing more than 6,000 people, Darcy survived. Now he has to face the pain. He must find strength to help rebuild the island that is his home, so it can never be destroyed by the storm again. But after such loss, will he have the power to love again?
Book chronology
- 1620 Merrie (# 25)
- 1622 Marilee (# 9)
- 1665 Heather (# 23)
- 1692 Elizabeth (# 3)
- 1755 Cassie (# 14)
- 1780 Sabrina (# 17)
- 1803 Diana (# 29)
- 1814 Danielle (# 4)
- 1835 Victoria (# 13)
- 1836 Joanna (# 5)
- 1846 Amanda (# 1)
- 1847 Kathleen (# 8)
- 1852 Caroline (# 7)
- 1861 Josie (# 28)
- 1864 Corey (# 22)
- 1864 Susannah (# 2)
- 1867 Megan (# 16)
- 1868 Julie (# 20)
- 1873 Jessica (# 6)
- 1880 Gabrielle (# 24)
- 1886 Margaret (# 27)
- 1888 Renee (# 30)
- 1889 Jennie (# 31)
- 1900 Emily (# 11)
- 1900 Darcy (# 32)
- 1906 Nora (# 26)
- 1910 Rachel (# 21)
- 1912 Nicole (# 19)
- 1918 Laura (# 10)
- 1931 Jacquelyn (# 12)
- 1938 Roxanne (# 15)
- 1941 Veronica (# 18)
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