“Today, on the side of the mountain, with his pen and journal full of parchment paper, Iz wrote down his thoughts. He knew without a doubt what he was called to do.”

Into the Canyon

Somewhere in the midst of a beautiful and serene mountain valley resides a community of ranchers and farmers. Generation after generation, families support and rely on one another as troubling times whistle through the mountainsides. The Kammer family is no exception—though, there are always a few who blow in with the breeze.


Into the Canyon follows Izrael Kammer, a high school senior who resides on his family’s ranch in the valley. The family of seven’s simple way of life is disrupted when a girl moves into the area and takes a liking to Izrael—but she is quick to betray his trust and disrupt the peace of the valley. While lies threaten his future, family secrets reveal themselves, and Izrael fights to break the curse that began with his grandfather. With his family and friends steady by his side, Izrael searches for a way to clear his name and move toward the future waiting for him after graduation.

Way of the Canyon

Long-buried secrets are about to threaten the Kammer family’s quiet life on their mountain ranch. Izrael Shane Kammer, now a grown man, must navigate the weight of family mysteries while battling his own shadows from the past. Way of the Canyon draws readers back to rugged mountain beauty, where secrets lie as deep as the valleys. As new faces appear and old questions resurface, Izrael finds himself caught between protecting his loved ones and uncovering the truth—no matter the cost. With every twist, the peaceful ranch life Izrael longs for slips further away, leaving him to face the decisions that could change everything.

In this gripping second book of the Kammer family series, the journey through heartbreak, loyalty, and redemption continues, barreling toward more shocking discoveries. Will Izrael keep his family’s secrets hidden, or will the truth bring everything to light?

Kammer Family Series Bundle

Return to the rugged mountain valley where the Kammer family has weathered generations of hardship, heartache, and hope. This two-book bundle includes Into the Canyon and Way of the Canyon, the first and second installments of the Kammer family series.

Follow Izrael Kammer as a high school senior, caught between first love and long-held family secrets that threaten to unravel his future. In Into the Canyon, betrayal and mystery collide as Izrael fights to clear his name and protect the legacy his grandfather left behind. Then continue the journey in Way of the Canyon, where Izrael—now a grown man—must face buried truths and unexpected consequences that shake the very foundation of the family ranch.

Rich with grit, loyalty, and redemption, this bundle draws readers deep into the heart of the valley—and the lives of those who call it home.

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I am passionate about writing, mountains and my family. Spending half of my growing up years at the family ranch where my father was raised helped shape me into who I am now.  I love to hike and explore these mountains. I also enjoy riding my bicycle, dance and yoga. I start my day with God and cannot imagine living life without Him leading my every step.


The family ranch, where my father was born and raised, remains in the family and inspired me to put my passion into writing this book. 

  • “Into the Canyon is a lovely first novel! It truly captures the importance of family, faith and deep connection to the land. The story keeps you engaged and caring about the characters. The mountain valley is richly and beautifully described and becomes an additional character in the story; I could imagine how it felt during the harsh winter storms and the blossoming spring. The story kept me guessing until the end. Well done, Victoria!”
    - Anna P.

  • Izrael's experiences brought back memories of my mother's sticky rolls, grandmother's homemade bread and holiday turkeys that take oh so long to cook. I forced myself to read this slowly, in 3 days, to absorb its many layers. I was tempted to read it all at once. The generational calling back to the ranch/farm/home is strong for the characters, author and me. Maybe you will be thoughtfully called back to your home wherever and in whatever form it might be.

    - Anonymous

  • “This book unlocked a lot of long-forgotten memories of stories told to me by my father, who grew up in a small New Mexico town, similar to the one in the book. The sense of place and community come through very strongly. There were a few editing issues but overall, for a first novel, the story is a great escape from the overly-busy world we live in and highlights the importance of family and trust. I'm looking forward to the rest of the trilogy!”
    - Amy B.

  • I just finished it and could not put it down. It was amazing. I loved it. The author dropped bombs on us! I love how detailed and descriptive the writing was. So much imagery. I could smell the amazing cooking. The nostalgia. I could feel the holidays. Victoria portrayed the family dynamic so well. It was so captivating from start to finish. It did not take long to get hooked at all. The chapters were short and simple but not basic. It had depth without making the reader feel overwhelmed. This is a book I feel like everyone can go back to their childhood memories with.

    - Anonymous