One of her best novels is 'Redeeming Love'. It's a beautiful retelling of the story of Hosea and Gomer set in the 1850s California Gold Rush. The characters are well - developed and the story is full of love, forgiveness and redemption.
'Redeeming Love' is a top pick. It's a powerful love story that shows how love can transform and redeem. The relationship between the main characters is complex and deeply moving.
Another well - known novel by Francine Rivers is 'The Mark of the Lion' series. It takes readers to ancient Rome and tells a captivating story of faith, love, and survival during that time period.
The setting can also be important. For example, if it's set in a particular town or during a certain season, it can add to the mood of the story. In some fanfictions, the town they live in plays a role in their relationship, like having a local event that brings them closer. Another key element is the character traits. Steve might be shown as more adventurous and Francine as more cautious, and how these traits interact in different situations is often explored in the fanfiction.
There's a fanfiction called 'Steve and Francine: A New Beginning'. In this story, they start a new chapter in their lives. It details how they overcome past differences and build a stronger bond. The writing is engaging and it makes you root for their relationship to succeed.