Crossing the Wide Forever

Like 'Crossing the Wide Forever,' this novel centers on a burgeoning, forbidden romance between two women set against a backdrop of travel and external societal pressures. It captures a similar sense of intimacy and the quiet intensity of finding love while on a journey away from one's established life.

This historical novel features a compelling queer protagonist navigating the complexities of identity and love in a bygone era. Fans of the historical setting and the emotional stakes in Vaun's work will appreciate the rich, immersive period detail and the character-driven narrative.

This book follows a protagonist across time and place, emphasizing the importance of finding community and chosen family in a world that often rejects you. It shares the same spirit of resilience and the deep, soulful exploration of love found in 'Crossing the Wide Forever.'

Set in an alternate version of the American West, this novel features a strong female lead navigating a harsh, dangerous landscape. Readers who enjoyed the Western setting and the focus on women forging their own paths in Vaun's novel will find this equally gripping.

This historical novel examines the bond between two women in a remote, unforgiving environment, echoing the isolation and deep emotional connection found in 'Crossing the Wide Forever.' It is a beautifully written exploration of survival and forbidden affection.

A classic of lesbian historical fiction, this story of two women leaving their restrictive lives to build a homestead together is the spiritual predecessor to many modern Western romances. Its focus on companionship, hard work, and love mirrors the core journey of Vaun's characters.

This novel features a determined woman traversing the American West, dealing with both the physical dangers of the frontier and the emotional weight of her past. It shares the rugged, adventurous atmosphere that makes 'Crossing the Wide Forever' so engaging.

While more suspenseful, this novel offers the same deep immersion into historical settings and the complex, often dangerous, romantic entanglements of women. Readers who enjoy the character-driven intensity of Vaun's work will appreciate the intricate plotting here.

Set in the early 20th-century American West, this book focuses on a woman who defies convention to live life on her own terms. It shares the quiet, reflective tone and the deep connection to the landscape found in 'Crossing the Wide Forever.'

Though set in a different time period, this novel captures the profound, life-changing nature of a first love that defies societal expectations. It provides the same emotional payoff and sense of 'us against the world' that fans of Vaun's romance will cherish.