*** A construction worker must choose between protecting his young son from an abusive mother, or a life full of music with the girl of his dreams.
James Preston rejected his Pentecostal heritage long ago. Now, he abandons his education to provide for the young son he didn't know existed. Can he persuade Joni to join his new family before Isaac's abusive mother tears it apart? Or will the court finally grant him sole custody? Joni Maher was adopted at age six, but who is she really? Obedient daughter? Concert pianist? Sorority sister? She experiences love in James's arms. His adorable son stirs her maternal instincts. Yet, in his family church, the power of God's presence creates a longing she doesn't understand. When their carefully constructed world shatters, which will they choose? Love's Pleasure? Isaac's safety? Or a Savior's forgiveness?
The first of its kind, this edgy contemporary romance is set among the Pentecostal church, dispelling many misconceptions of this Christian denomination and their beliefs. Readers both young and old will empathize with James as he runs from the hurtful church of his youth, fights for custody of his young son, and shields Joni against the lure of the Holy Spirit.
The heart tugging topics of child abuse and drug use are motivations for its character driven plot in a story that takes place in southern Alabama. ?In this new adult, inspirational novel you can expect to find a life changing story of truth, sacrifice, and love.