Jocelyn’s an active member of the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association, American Christian Fiction Writers, Christian Authors Network, and the Military Writers Society of America. She graduated from Taylor University, located in Upland, Indiana, with her BA in English, concentration in writing. Her books, which are inspired by real heroines on America’s home front, are marked by their gritty inspiration and their historical integrity. A former military wife herself, she offers up hope and encouragement to military wives worldwide through her Faith Deployed ministry. Though homeless, injured, and suddenly unemployed, Meg must not only gather the pieces of her shattered life, but prove her father's innocence before the asylum truly drives him mad.Jocelyn Green, an awarded winning author, inspires courage and faith in her readers through both nonfiction and fiction. Even more shocking, Stephen is charged with the crime and committed to the Cook County Insane Asylum.

Once the smoke clears away, they reunite with Stephen, only to learn soon after that their family friend not only died during the fire-he was murdered. The sisters become separated from their father, and after Meg burns her hands in an attempt to save a family heirloom, they make a harrowing escape from the flames with the help of Chicago Tribune reporter Nate Pierce. But when the Great Fire sweeps through Chicago's business district, they lose much more than just their store. Meg and Sylvie Townsend manage the family bookshop and care for their father, Stephen, a veteran still suffering in mind and spirit from his time as a POW during the Civil War. *2020 Golden Scroll Award, Historical Novel of the Year, Advanced Writers & Speakers Association *2020 Kipp Book Award Winner (historical), Fiction Readers Summit ~ Rachel McMillan, author, Murder in the City of Liberty A thoroughly enriching and thoughtful reading experience by an absolute master of inspirational fiction.' Green's eye for suspense is coupled with her passion for an American city on the rise. Shadows of the ongoing War Between the States as well as a deep literary resonance underscore what is, at its core, a study of the fallacies and strengths of the human heart. 'In Veiled in Smoke, Green frames a story of loss and redemption with sensory details, a nuanced historical backdrop, and an intelligent eye for flawed and utterly engaging characters. ~ Elizabeth Camden, author, The Spice King 'A powerful and compelling novel about one family's dramatic resurrection after the devastation of the Chicago fire.' An extremely enjoyable, well-researched, and emotionally compelling tale. The chaos and fear at that time in Chicago’s history are deftly penned. This is a story of resilience, faith, and the human spirit.

'The characters have captivating personalities that drive the plot forward and enrich relationship dynamics.

Veiled in Smoke by Jocelyn Green