Lori DeJong

Author

Lori DeJong

Lori DeJong (pronounced DeeYung) is an award-winning contemporary Christian romance author who enjoys penning stories full of grace and the redemptive power of God’s love that inspire others to hope regardless of circumstance, find joy in the moment, and grow in their faith.

Born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, Lori arrived in Texas in 2005 and dug those roots right in. She currently resides in beautiful Georgetown, north of Austin, with her...

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COMING SEPTEMBER 15! Sanctuary and Sabotage (Guarded Hearts Book 2)

Book #2 from the series: Guarded Hearts

The greatest threat isn’t the enemy outside—it’s the secrets between them.

Security Specialist Trevor Paxton returns to his Texas hometown searching for sanctuary after the death of a colleague under his leadership. The family ranch should be a place to regroup, recover, and make peace with the past.

Instead, it leads him straight back to Kinsley...

Mistletoe and Malice (Guarded Hearts Book 1)

2026 ACFW Carol Award Finalist

Book #1 from the series: Guarded Hearts

He’s sworn to protect her life … but guarding his heart may be his biggest challenge.

After barely escaping an attempted abduction, Houston attorney Riley Hudson is forced to accept her wealthy father’s demand for private security. The last thing she wants is a bodyguard—especially one as maddeningly arrogant, bossy … and handsome as Colton...

Love’s True Measure (True Calling Book 3)

Book #3 from the series: True Calling Series

A guilt-ridden woman with everything to gain, a self-made man with everything to lose, and a Father who desires to show them their true measure is more than they could ever imagine.

Shannon Trent has dedicated her life to ministering to teens, even as she hides secrets from her past that haunt her. Born into privilege but starved for...

Series

Guarded Hearts

Protecting others is their calling. Guarding their hearts is their battle.

In this heart-pounding, faith-filled romantic suspense series, elite bodyguards are tasked with protecting lives at risk of their own. As danger closes in, these skilled and battle-tested security...

Mistletoe and Malice (Guarded Hearts Book 1) and COMING SEPTEMBER 15! Sanctuary and Sabotage (Guarded Hearts Book 2)

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Love’s True Measure (True Calling Book 3)

True Calling Series

Three stories of discovering and following the calling of God, through past hurts and tragedies, to the peace and joy of forgiveness, hope, and redemption.

Love’s True Calling, Love’s True Home (True Calling Book 2), and Love’s True Measure (True Calling Book 3)

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Praise

MISTLETOE AND MALICE:
Riley Hudson is nearly abducted and her wealthy father insisted on a security team to protect her. She resents their constant presence, but grows to respect them and the work they do.
Colton Blankenship views Riley as a high-maintenance gal but soon realizes philanthropy is her passion. She has a vibrant faith.
They intrigue each other but Colton must stay focused. Someone wants her dead.
This will keep you on the edge of your chair.

– Terri Wangard - Goodreads Review

COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN!
[Mistletoe and Malice] drew me in hook, line & sinker! I read the bulk of it in one sitting - staying up WAY too late! Thankfully I was able to finish it the next day. The writing was full of emotion that was tangible - I could feel the tension, highs & lows. 10/10 would recommend & it might kill me to have to wait for the next book in the series!

– Amazon Review

GREAT READ!!
I loved this book!! Well written and fast paced, Mistletoe and Malice has it all— a swoony romance, exciting intrigue, and a grounding spiritual element. Once I picked the book up, I couldn’t put it down. Fabulous read!! Highly recommend.

– Nancy Lavo - Amazon Review

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Latest Updates

August 2, 2026

Mistletoe and Malice Named 2026 ACFW Carol Award Finalist!

I'm thrilled that the first book in my Guarded Hearts Series, Mistletoe and Malice, has been named a finalist in the ACFW Carol Awards in the Romantic Suspense category! What...

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October 21, 2025

It's Release Day!

I'm so excited about the debut of my new Guarded Hearts Series, beginning with Mistletoe and Malice releasing TODAY! Let me introduce you to Riley Hudson and Colton Blankenship.

Riley: I made my name fighting for people with the smallest chance. When Caitlyn’s killing comes back as a case that could free—or doom—the wrong man, I dive in because I can’t live with a lie. Only I didn’t expect the case to find me back. Suddenly, someone’s hacking my life: fake photos, unsigned threats,...