Fiction, nonfiction, even an unusual devotional. These books deal with gritty and real human dilemmas, and are written by humble and approachable authors.
This is his new one, just out: What starts as a routine Law Enforcement Operation, goes tragically south when Pam Harmon is wounded. She is a town marshal, former MP in the Marines, a widow with a small son. The incident thrusts her into facing demons from her past, demons she never wanted to face. Now it’s up to her friends and Detective Will Diaz’s wife, Jewell (who is a counselor), to save her before it’s too late. Broken People is about PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) and the need to work through it.
Broken People is the third in the author’s The Lawman Series. You’ll want to read the other books because of Will Diaz, the Lawman himself, but also the other compelling characters, including one called Zorro.
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This is Steve’s first book, an award winner, with more on the way! Can a journey across the Holy Land redeem a reluctant pilgrim?
Ben Cahill’s life is an alcohol-saturated mess. After an insincere effort in a rehab facility, he is alienated from his family, out of work, and determined to continue his habit. To make matters worse, he finds himself on a tour of Israel, along with, as he calls them, a bunch of Holy Rollers.
As the trip progresses, Ben experiences the Holy Land’s major historical sites and is exposed to God’s word. He interacts with his fellow travelers, gradually learning about their faith and their lives. Along the way, Ben becomes embroiled in a spiritual war, reinforcing his guilt and, in turn, forcing him to recall his past actions and behaviors. He also begins a different journey, one that leads him to redemption and a place in God’s family.
Jesus is All We Need by Jason Sautel
High school dropout Jason Sautel is an unlikely author, but his autobiography, The Rescuer: One Firefighter’s Story of Courage, Darkness, and the Relentless Love That Saved Him, is such a powerful one. Please have a look at both of his books.
