Behind Church Doors is the story of NikkiMac and the journey of her life, from childhood into adulthood. She has become a Christian and shares the story of her life in sin before eventually becoming a member of the church. Some of the experiences and iniquities from her past are sensitive and intense, and she struggles from time to time with staying on track and living according to what the Christian church teaches she should be. The character development in this book is excellent, and each...

Brokenness Becomes Beautiful is a book that explores healing through physical pain. However, I found that the words used to describe the healing process and the journey of overcoming pain reach far beyond the physical. The message can also resonate deeply with those dealing with emotional pain, heartbreak, and the struggles that come with simply being human. The poetry in this book is absolutely thought-provoking, filled with meaning and substance. Each poem is short, yet standing alone on...

I received an ARC of The Reluctant Assassin, a witty and engaging crime thriller that follows Tony, a man whose life is shattered after the treachery of Meredith Grant leads to the loss of his wife and children. Grief has transformed Tony into a loner, leaving him distrustful of others and disconnected from the art of conversation. He approaches every interaction with suspicion, aware that words can be repeated, misinterpreted, or even recorded. Living under numerous aliases, Tony carefully...