Book cover for 'A Place to Belong' by Melissa Alyse, featuring a white porch swing with striped and patterned pillows, hanging on a wooden deck against a scenic background of a starry night sky, trees, and a glowing horizon.

A Place to Belong

She had a plan. God had a better one.

After one shattering night, Sammy Thomas’s carefully built life lies in pieces. Lost and heartbroken, she returns to the quiet Texas town she never thought she’d see again—only to find herself running her grandmother’s church pantry and questioning everything she thought she knew about purpose, faith, and the future.

But between porch swing conversations, community potlucks, and the soft rhythm of small-town life, Sammy begins to wonder…What if the plans she made were nothing compared to what God had planned for her?

A Place to Belong is a heartwarming, grace-filled Christian novel about starting over, discovering your purpose, and trusting God when life doesn’t go the way you imagined.

Perfect for fans of small-town communities, clean romance, and faith-filled women’s fiction—and for anyone who needs the gentle reminder that it’s never too late to follow the calling God has placed on your heart.

What others are saying…

  • "I want to live in this town and be friends with the characters!"

    ❤️ M, Amazon Customer

  • "This book is just wonderful. Grandma, Granddaughter, and Jesus—what could be better?"

    ❤️ AB, Amazon Review

  • "It’s like a warm hug every time you start reading."

    ❤️ AG, Amazon Review

  • "It’s a heartwarming read that reminds us God always has a plan."

    ❤️ Linda S, Amazon Review

  • "From the very first page, you become part of Willow Creek... you’ll be sad when it’s over."

    ❤️ Lisa, Amazon Review

Amanda’s story is special.

This song was the heart of the book.

Enjoy, -Melissa Alyse

If you like…

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    💔 Dumped Before the Ring

    Heartbreak becomes hope in a town full of grace.

  • A hand-drawn, teal-colored heart with a sketchy, textured appearance.

    🏡 Fresh Start in a Small Town

    Willow Creek isn’t just charming—it’s a second chance.

  • Hand-drawn teal heart with sketchy lines.

    💕 Meet-Cute Mayhem

    A rouge grocery buggy + a display of oranges = one unforgettable hello.

  • Hand-drawn teal heart outline against a black background.

    👵 Wise Grandma

    She prays for you, encourages you and is ready with sweet tea when you need time to chat.

  • Illustration of a large, hand-drawn teal heart with sketchy lines.

    ✝️ Scripture Throughout

    Faith flows through every moment, big and small.

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    ❤️ Finding Your Calling

    A sweet journey toward purpose, calling, and true love…

Then you will LOVE A Place to Belong