Christmas Gift Ideas

Every Christmas, Pelican Book Group (PBG) releases new Christmas Extravaganza titles. Also, their current (and many past) Christmas stories go on sale for 99 cents until Christmas. 

My Christmas romantic suspense novella, 12 Days, is on sale. 

This year, Lesa Henderson has a new Christmas romantic suspense novella on sale--Someone from Christmas Past. 

To see an older post on 25 great PBG Christmas reads, click here. 

To view a post on other older PBG Christmas novella titles, click here. 

Scrivenings Press also has a new Christmas romantic suspense--Mistletoe and Malice. This title, along with several others, are on sale for Black Friday. The sale runs from November 26 to December 1, 2025, UK and USA only. The titles make great gifts and digital stocking stuffers. Also, they are perfect for blog or newsletter giveaways. Use the “buy for others” option at Amazon to give eBooks to your friends & family. They make great gifts! https://scriveningspress.com/black-friday-2025-sale/

Also, Scrivenings Press has a Year End Giveaway!

Interview with Cindy Bonds

Bio:

Growing up in Northwest Arkansas as a child, Cindy accompanied her father to visit a lot of men and women in nursing homes or their own homes, to offer company and to listen to stories of the good ole days. Most were former military, several having survived World War II.

Her father, both grandfathers and uncles were all former military, so as she grew up, she was inundated with stories of heroes, chaos, and the burden of war.

Having listened to stories her whole life, it was easy to put pen to paper and begin her own journey of storytelling. As God led her through grace and mercy in her own life, it was only natural to put it all down on paper and include the hero types she’d heard so much about growing up.

She currently lives in rural Arkansas with her husband and two children. Although she works for an aviation insurance broker, she has a passion for reading and writing. Presenting stories about God’s love, grace, and mercy are the reasons she writes and looks for ways to share the gospel through fiction.

 

Interview:

How many novels have you written?

This is my seventh published novel. I have several more finished novels that have yet to be published or have just not met the bar for publishing- yet!

How does your “real job” influence your writing?

I actually went to college to become a physical therapist. The university I went to informed me there were gaining a PTA (physical therapy assistant) program that would prepare me for PT school. They never gained that program and after I graduated, it would take another year or two of courses just to get where I could apply for the doctorate program at another school. But while I was getting my undergrad, I met my husband and after I graduated, I supported him until he got out of school and then we began our family. Being a stay-at-home mom led me to my writing journey!

Are you a plotter or pantser?

I’ve always been a panster writer. The first time I started writing, I had finished Dani Pettrey’s Alaskan Courage series. It was the inspiration that led me to start writing down all the stories in my head. I would free write for hours, having no idea how to format, edit or even collect everything into a readable story. That’s why I still have so many novels just sitting on my computer. They need a lot of work to become a put together novel for publishing!

I’ve tried endless times to plan and plot, format character evolutions and descriptions in order to create a maintained storyline. But it stresses me out and leaves me sitting there thinking, this isn’t an interesting story line and the connections feel forced.

Free writing allows me to get out the ideas rebounding in my mind, shaping a story and feeling for where and when the characters will arc or connect. As I write, I can see each character’s back story, flaws and goals shaping and changing, giving me a place to land as I get further into the novel.

Besides Dani Pettrey, I’ve really enjoyed Lynette Eason and Lynn Blackburn’s books. They are the ones I go to in order to study, see how they’re writing and making those suspenseful and tension filled transitions come alive on the page. They all inspire my writing and help me see what it takes to create novels that stand out in the Romantic Suspense community.

 

Will Kenton’s failure destroy everyone he cares about?

Purchase link: https://www.amazon.com/Failed-Protocol-Cindy-Bonds/dp/1649174586

Excerpt:

The phone clicked in his ear as he hit the button on the elevator. Turning slightly, he pulled his weapon from his back and dropped his phone to aim at the SUV. Hitting the driver’s side back window, he shot four times, then paused.

A sudden barrage of bullets let loose, and he ducked behind another vehicle.

Straining, he sat up and fired his weapons several more times, ignoring the pain shooting into his side.

“Kenton!”

Olivia’s voice took his focus. She kneeled behind a car, gun aimed. With a nod, he fired as he sprinted across the garage, straight to Olivia, who gave him cover.

“What’re you doing here?” He collapsed beside her and release the empty clip, pushing a new one in.

“I was studying the security cameras and saw someone enter,” she grumbled as she returned fire. “The security guard never answered the phone. How many?”

“Just one, I think.”

He rose and fired at the back window, turning to see Marcus come off the elevator with a rifle aimed and blasting.

 

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For a chance to win a signed paperback copy of Failed Protocol, please leave a comment on this post for Cindy. A winner will be drawn at random and contacted via email on 5/7/25 (giveaway has been extended). Open to U.S. residents only. 

For a chance to win a Kindle copy of Remains, another novel by Cindy Bonds, click here. Open to U.S. residents only. 

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Review of Deception

Deception, the fourth book in Patricia Bradley’s Natchez Trace Park Rangers series, is a romantically suspenseful, fast-paced tale featuring a ranger who works with the Investigative Services Branch (Madison Thorn) and park ranger, Clayton Bradshaw. The book starts off with a bang and continues to feature plenty of action to keep readers turning the pages. The ending contains several twists, which will keep readers guessing until the very end. The spiritual theme of the book is forgiveness, which is handled well and woven organically into the story. Additionally, the book deals with the topics of addiction and adoption. While this is the fourth book in the series, it could be read stand-alone.

 To watch the trailer for Deception (on Twitter), click here.

*Please note that I received a free copy of this book in exchange for my review. However, I was not required to write a positive review. The opinion expressed here is my own. 

Who killed the rat that lives in the House that Jack built?

Author Clare Revell has written over sixty-five stories, with four more on the way. Today, I am featuring The House That Jack Built, Clare's sixth book involving DS Zander Ellery and DC Isabel York.

Book Excerpt:

DCI Britton lifted one eyebrow. “And you picked that up from one episode. Are you sure you don’t watch it?”

“I’m a cop. I’m paid to notice things. And I only saw ten minutes of it, before the channel was changed. That was plenty.”

The door opened and DS Philips strode in. “This better be important, sir. I have to charge or release someone by ten and I’m in the middle of re-interviewing him.”

“This won’t take long, Dane. Take a seat.”

DS Philips dropped into the chair next to Zander. “What’s going on?”

“Everyone’s favourite TV show apparently,” Zander rolled his eyes. “Jack’s House. It’s waaayyy more important than any proper work we have this morning.”

“I know it well. The wife’s addicted to it.”

“Then maybe she’d like to come in and discuss it with the DCI. I have a mountain of paperwork to do.” Zander stood. “So, if you don’t mind…”

“Actually, sergeant, I do.” DCI Britton tapped his fingers on the desk. “Sit down. What did you make of Silas, Zander?”

Zander slumped into the chair againsat and sucked in a deep breath, still miffed he was sitting here discussing a programme he’d seen briefly, once. “Bit of a bully to be honest. Rough, rude, not the sort of person you’d want to meet in a dark alley at night. Why?”

“He’s dead.”

Zander straightened. Now he was interested. “Dead how exactly?”

Purchase Link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/House-That-Jack-Built-Ellery-ebook/dp/B09TGMZ719

Author Bio:

Clare is a British author. She lives in a small town just outside Reading, England with her husband, whom she married in 1992, two of their three grown children, unfriendly mini-panther, aka Tilly the cat and newest member Ty the dog. Clare is half English and half Welsh, which makes watching rugby interesting at times as it doesn’t matter who wins.

Writing from an early childhood and encouraged by her teachers, she graduated from rewriting fairy stories through fan fiction to using her own original characters and enjoys writing an eclectic mix of romance, crime fiction and children's stories. When she's not writing, she can be found reading, crocheting or doing the many piles of laundry the occupants of her house manage to make.

Her books are based in the UK, with a couple of exceptions, thus, although the spelling may be American in some of them, the books contain British language and terminology and the more recent ones are written in UK English. 

The first draft of every novel is hand written.

Btw, working from home is a myth and invented by someone who doesn't have a dog!

She can be found at:

http://clarerevell.com

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http://telscha.blogspot.co.uk/

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Ghosts of Trumball Mansion: Interview with Author Linda Rondeau

Please welcome today's guest, Author Linda Rondeau. Her latest title releases on March 15, 2022. I hope you enjoy my interview with Linda.

 

The title of your upcoming release is Ghosts of Trumball Mansion. What's the story behind the story? Are there ghosts in the book?

I was mowing the lawn one day, and I noticed how the yard was overcome by weeds. I thought about how marriages are often soured, not by infidelity but by lack of proper attention to one another. Henry and Sylvia began to take shape in my mind, a romance writer and her publisher husband. I wanted to write a story about a marriage on the rocks and how Satan will use anything at his disposal, including rumors of hauntings, to keep an injured marriage from healing. I chose New Haven, Connecticut, and Manhattan for the settings because of some familiarity with these cities ... my son lived in each location for several years. With the exception of the Battle of New Haven, the city was kept from most of the fighting during the revolutionary war. Governor Trumball was allowed to retain his political position, one of the few who did during this time thus providing opportunities in New Haven for the patriots to gather to make war plans. the mansion on the cover is actually a photograph of the governor's mansion in Colonial Williamsburg.

 

ABOUT THE GHOSTS OF TRUMBALL MANSION: Romance writer, Sylvia Fitzgibbons, aka Lana Longstreet, impetuously purchased the Donner Estate, the former Trumball Mansion built by a relative of Governor Trumball and rumored to be haunted. Lana Longstreet thought the estate and the rumors would be a great backdrop for publicity. Though Henry is claustrophobic and the commute to the Manhattan office would be grueling, he does try to stay at the mansion. For the love of his wife and children, he would endure the emotional struggle to commute ... but there are ghosts in the ballroom. They taunt him as they dance the minuet. This proves to be more than he can handle. He returns to their Manhattan apartment. They decide to keep the marriage in name only because they have a business to manage. Henry does come to Connecticut on occasion for the children and launch parties, but the ghosts continue to haunt him with every visit. The only draw to the mansion is the rose gardens. They're symbolic ... how they fight to survive against all odds gives him hope that by some miracle he and Sylvia can salvage their love, even given the challenges that face them.

 After fifteen years of masquerading as husband and wife, however, both Henry and Sylvia, independently consider if the time has come to end the marriage. Like the rose gardens,  now threatened by encroaching vines, their love for one another has been neglected, perhaps beyond hope.  Sylvia realizes how important the roses are to Henry. But since she has a deadline on a new detective series, she knows Henry must help her save the gardens. He agrees to move in for the summer ... he owes the roses to do whatever he can, though his knowledge of roses could fill the tip of the proverbial pin. When the housekeeper is injured and unable to return to work, Sylvia is more dependent on Henry than ever. As the summer progresses, the couple begins to rediscover one another and reconciliation seems almost possible until the evil in the home becomes more aggressive and a lawsuit threatens to destroy their business. Only faith can rid the home of the evil presence and save their marriage.

Buy link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09SH2LRSH

View the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/9zSXM-K9m8I

ARE THERE GHOSTS?

Although, once they become Christians and they realize the presence in the home is most likely Satanic, I do leave the reader the option for deciding for themselves. Henry asks, "I wonder, Sylvia, do we bring the evil upon ourselves?" The title is also symbolic for the ghosts in Sylvia and Henry's past, their emotional baggage, hurt, and misunderstandings, that intrude on their marriage and keep them from committing their lives to the Lord.

What do you like to do when you're not writing?

My husband and I enjoy spending time with our children and grandchildren. We also enjoy museums and are appreciative of living near our nation's capital to have access to the Smithsonian. We are both avid golfers and are active in our church. On occasion, I have the privilege of leading a workshop on writing. I am a managing editor for Elk Lake Publishing, so my spare time is limited. I'm fortunate that my husband enjoys cooking and has taken over much of the household duties.

How many books have you written? Which is your favorite?

With fourteen traditionally published books, trying to choose a favorite is like trying to choose a favorite child. They are all my babies. Perhaps my futuristic political thriller, The Fifteenth Article, was the most fun to write because it was so far afield of my typical contemporary general fiction. I am now working on the prequel as well as a Biblical Fiction ... Babel's Children ... again not what I normally write. I do like a challenge.

 Author Bio:

Award-winning author, Linda Wood Rondeau writes stories that grip the heart, inspired by her nearly thirty years of social work. When not writing or speaking, she enjoys the occasional round of golf, visiting museums, and taking walks with her best friend in life, her husband of forty-five years. The couple resides in Hagerstown, Maryland where both are active in their local church. Readers may learn more about the author, read her blog, or sign up for her newsletter by visiting www.lindarondeau.com.

Social Media:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lwrondeau

Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/linda-wood-rondeau

Amazon author page: https://www.amazon.com/Linda-Wood-Rondeau/e/B006FNG1BI

Facebook author page: https://www.facebook.com/lindawoodrondeau

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorlindawoodrondeau/  

Undercover Dog Dad: Interview with Author Erin Stevenson

Please welcome today's guest, Author Erin Stevenson. She released her latest title, Undercover Dog Dad, in December 2021. I hope you enjoy my interview with Erin. 

--The title of your book is Undercover Dog Dad. Do you have any animals?

Yes, I have a dog, Macy. She is a border collie mix, and also has some Mini Aussie. Technically she is a "pandemic dog" since I got her in October of 2020, but I had been looking for a dog for well over a year prior.

The dog on the book cover, Watson, belongs to my oldest son and his family. I've known him for about ten years! He is a total sweetie.

Our family is pretty dog crazy. Together, we have nine dogs and several others that have crossed the rainbow bridge. Most of the "minor character" dogs in the book are based on some of these family dogs.

--How many books have you written?

I just released my 9th book, and the 10th will be out on May 13, 2022.

--What made you want to become a writer?

I've been writing my whole life! I was editor of my high school newspaper, have an academic background and did a lot of writing in that phase of my career, I still do a little writing for a magazine, and take on editing gigs whenever I can find the time. I made the shift to writing fiction in 2014.

Author Bio:

Since 2014, Erin Stevenson has been writing faith-based romance novels for Pelican Book Group and Winged Publications. She is a member of ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers), where she has served as a judge and was a 2021 Carol Award finalist.

Grounding her novels in reality, Erin crafts characters who encounter events and hardships familiar to all of us. Her inspirational writing will take the reader down paths of both joy and pain, but always highlighting God’s faithfulness.

Book Blurb:

Mallory Morris loves Autumn Springs, Tennessee, and fall is her favorite season of all. It’s filled with crisp, cool evenings, bonfires, football, and lots of visits to the dog park with her canine posse. But a rash of home burglaries is casting a pall over her hometown, and her cousin the sheriff isn’t making any headway in solving them. But all that changes when she meets a scruffy stranger at the dog park, who clearly doesn’t like dogs!

Garrett Alexander agreed to come to Autumn Springs from Arizona to help his old friend solve a puzzling case. What he didn’t bargain for was becoming a temporary dog dad, gaining a beautiful partner with the cutest Southern twang, and having sweet tea constantly pushed on him (the abominable stuff!).

Their resolve to keep things professional changes quickly when they put their heads together—figuratively and then literally. But his life is in Arizona, and hers in Tennessee. They both yearn for love, but a series of misunderstandings puts an end to their dreams. How can they reach their happily-ever-after with 1,600 miles between them?

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Christmas Hideaway by Wendy Davy

Christmas Hideaway by Wendy Davy

If you are looking for a quick, fun, romantic, and suspenseful read, try Christmas Hideaway. If you enjoy witty banter between male and female protagonists (think Castle or Moonlighting), you should enjoy this story. (Hint: I'm a huge fan of witty banter myself). 

Mandi struggles between her own fear and doing what is right, something with which I think all readers can relate. While suspenseful, Christmas Hideaway had a fun, playful mood at times as well. As with all the Christmas Extravaganza titles I've read thus far this year, the story contained a short devotional moment at the end.

Blurb:

Material witness Mandi Foster is running. And for good reason—if she testifies her family will pay the ultimate price. With no choice but to hide until the trial is over, she finds an isolated cabin to ride out Christmas alone—except she isn't alone.

A mysterious stranger follows her through a treacherous winter storm into the Blue Ridge Mountains, and then saves her from a potentially fatal accident. But as coincidences pile up, Mandi suspects her handsome rescuer is harboring dangerous secrets.

Security Specialist Rylan Copeland is hunting. And for good reason—he has witnessed murderers walk away unpunished. He isn't about to let that happen again—not when he can do something to stop it. But as he catches up to Mandi, danger comes in ways he hadn't anticipated.

Will he convince her to testify in time? Or will another killer get away with murder?

Author Bio:

Wendy Davy is an award-winning inspirational romance writer who enjoys outdoor activities and small-town charm. As you read her books, you will visit special places close to her heart. No matter where her characters come from or where they take you, it will always be an exciting journey, page after page. Ms. Davy enjoys traveling and searching for new places to include in her stories.

Purchase Links:

Amazon Buy Link:

https://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Hideaway-Holiday-Extravaganza-ebook/dp/B09J1P6C31/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Christmas+Hideaway+wendy+davy&qid=1638626055&sr=8-1

B&N Buy Link:

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/christmas-hideaway-wendy-davy/1140164938?ean=9781522303633

PBG Buy Link:

https://pelicanbookgroup.com/ec/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1556

Blue Christmas by Clare Revell

Blue Christmas by Clare Revell 

        If you enjoy mystery, suspense, and romance, try Blue Christmas by Clare Revell. Most of the stories I read are set in America, so it was refreshing to read a story set in a different locale. As a writer and reader, I enjoy learning about different cultures. 

        Clare's settings are very descriptive. As I read, I felt as if transported to the UK. Also, I appreciate the character of the protagonist--the way he treated his female coworkers. The mystery of the missing girls will keep readers guessing until the end. Also, readers will enjoy the romance between Jenica and Aidan. 

           Blurb:

St. Morien, Cornwall. Beautiful. Peaceful.

Deadly.

Detective Inspector Aidan Urquhart has a mystery on his hands. Three young women  reported missing back in the summer have been found dead; all still wearing the clothes in which they vanished; all frozen solid on the cold shore.

When Jenica Zimmerman realises her sister is missing, she heads to the Cornish coast where the police have few clues. The DI leading the case warns her not to take chances, to go home and leave the case to his team. Determined to stay, Jenica takes a room at a local inn and attempts to find her sister herself.

With Christmas fast approaching, all she wants is a happy ending. But when a fourth body is discovered, all tidings of comfort and joy seem far away.

Author Bio:

Clare is a British author. She lives in a small town just outside Reading, England with her husband, whom she married in 1992, two of their three grown children, unfriendly mini-panther, aka Tilly the cat and newest member Ty the dog. Clare is half English and half Welsh, which makes watching rugby interesting at times as it doesn’t matter who wins.

        Writing from an early childhood and encouraged by her teachers, she graduated from rewriting fairy stories through fan fiction to using her own original characters and enjoys writing an eclectic mix of romance, crime fiction and children's stories. When she's not writing, she can be found reading, crocheting or doing the many piles of laundry the occupants of her house manage to make.

        Her books are based in the UK, with a couple of exceptions, thus, although the spelling may be American in some of them, the books contain British language and terminology and the more recent ones are written in UK English. 

        The first draft of every novel is hand written.

        She has been a Christian for more than half her life. She goes to Carey Baptist where she is one of four registrars. 

        Purchase Links:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Blue-Christmas-Clare-Revell-ebook/dp/B09J1Q61LM

https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Christmas-Clare-Revell-ebook/dp/B09J1Q61LM

Interview with Stacey Weeks

Recently, I interviewed Stacey Weeks.

Which of your books was your favorite to write? Why?

In Too Deep was my second book, and my favorite book to write.  I learned so much writing my first novel that by the time it was ready for publishing I was quite tired of the characters. In Too Deep came together faster than my third novel and felt easier (for lack of a better word). I’ve always loved the water and I expect part of the reason I love In Too Deep so much is because the story is set on the beach.  You can read the first two chapters for free on my website: https://staceyweeks.com/books/in-too-deep-fiction/

What advice do you have for aspiring writers?

I would tell them to be teachable. Eventually, someone will tell you that you’ve made a mistake. You’ll learn a new grammar rule or an old grammar rule and recognize the dozens of ways you’ve mishandled the English language. You can be embarrassed. You can get angry (at yourself). You can run and hide and vow never to publish again. Or, you can be teachable. You can hear, apply, learn, and grow. You can read more advice for authors on my website: https://staceyweeks.com/category/for-writers/

What is your favorite Bible verse? Why?

1 Corinthians 10:31, “Whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” This verse has become my life verse because it reminds of why I write, why I serve in our church, why I parent with such purpose, and why I remain committed to furthering my study of Scripture. Whatever I do, whatever opportunities God has given me, I am to pursue them for the glory of God. All that matters in the end is if the Lord is pleased with my service for Him.

How many books have you written?

I’ve written five books, two novels that are published, The Builder’s Reluctant Bride (2016) and In Too Deep (2017), my third novel, Lethal Legacy, is currently under consideration by my publisher, and I have authored two non-fiction books, Glorious Surrender (2017) and a photo driven devotional Unexpected Love (2016).

The Builder’s Reluctant Bride was named Best Christian Romance at the 2017 Word Awards. Glorious Surrender won the 2016 Women’s Journey of Faith award. Unexpected Love was a finalist in the 2017 Word Awards. In Too Deep has been entered into the 2018 Word Awards.

If you had unlimited funds and free time, where would you choose to travel?

I probably wouldn’t travel. I would love to attend a seminary class on studying and teaching Scripture. I’ve taken online classes and really enjoyed them, but I would really love the feedback a professor or classmates would provide.

What do you enjoy most about writing books?

I love how it allows me to freely express myself and work through personal issues. It lets me experience things I would never consider without the excuse of book research. I love brainstorming with other writers. It is so much fun to plan a friend’s book because I can let my imagination run wild and carry none of the responsibility of pulling the story together.

Website: www.staceyweeks.com - I post weekly devotionals and regular home renovation projects.

Facebook: www.facebook.com/writerSWeeks - This is where I post questions and collect feedback for projects.

Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/cZgDb9  The newsletter is emailed once every spring, summer, fall, and winter and is full of information, deals, and opportunities available only to subscribers.

Twitter: @WriterSWeeks 

Review of Deadly Doll by Brooke Cox

Review:

Deadly Doll by Brooke Cox is a fun read. The story is set in the ‘80s and involves two teenage girl cousins attempting to solve a mystery related to a doll given to one of them. Born in ’77, I appreciate the ‘80s references.

The author does a good job with character development and wrapping up all subplots at the end of the story. Also, she does a good job of presenting a Christian message that flows naturally throughout the story and doesn’t feel forced.

This book should appeal to readers who enjoy mystery and suspense, as well as those who enjoy ’80s nostalgia. 

Author bio: 

My name is Brooke Cox and the one thing that I have never inspired to be is normal.  Normal is a setting used for appliances.  I loved being quirky (fun while being different) and creative.  In fact, Deadly Doll came from my desire to reach out to others who don’t quite fit in with everybody else.

Also, I wanted to write a mystery.  I thought of my great grandfather.  He really did work in Alaska from the early 30s to the mid 50s.  And he really did send a handmade Alaskan doll back to my mother when she was a small child.  She still has it and it’s on the cover.  That story always fascinated me and I wondered, “What if…”

Deadly Doll was a 2016 Selah Finalist for Debut Novel.  And it also made the Inspy 2016 Mystery/Thriller Longlist. 

Blurb:

Adventurous twelve-year old Brooksie discovered a hidden room in her grandparent’s attic. She opened up an old hat box and found her mother’s favorite childhood doll wrapped up inside. Brooksie’s great-grandfather sent it from Alaska and it was believed to have burned in the trash pile years ago. After showing it to her father, he takes it from her. A few days later he was murdered and the doll becomes a faded memory until it reappeared six years later after a freak accident. What was it about the doll that people kept hiding it? Could finding the doll have played a part in her dad’s murder? If the doll had remained hidden would he still be alive? Brooksie and her best friend Darlene delve deep into the doll mystery which has them learning about a past that Brooksie never knew existed. Along the way, Brooksie’s thirst for adventure and acceptance has the girls stumbling on the edge of danger. What shocking family secrets might she find and could they change her life? Will she finally understand why God made her so different from the rest of her family and will it draw her closer to Him? Can Brooksie finally accept who she is?

www.amazon.com/Deadly-Doll-Brooke-Cox