In the quiet town of Short Ridge, Kentucky, where the commandments "Thou Shall Not Kill" and "Turn the Other Cheek" hold sway, an unthinkable crisis unfolds. Meet Michael James, a devoted pastor tending to his small church nestled in the Appalachian foothills. His peaceful life takes an unexpected turn when Judd Simmons, a notorious local drug lord, turns on his own family, leaving Michael with no choice but to intervene. Little does he know that this one act of courage will set off a chain of events with far-reaching consequences.
Meanwhile, Alycen Loveless, a determined journalist, rushes to the scene, eager to capture the harrowing tale of the family's ordeal. As Alycen delves deeper into the town's hidden secrets and lingering fears, she finds herself drawn to Michael, the compassionate pastor who risked everything that fateful night. However, their budding romance is overshadowed by a menacing presence. Stalked, threatened, and relentlessly harassed, Michael and Alycen question whether their love can survive the darkness that surrounds them.
In a gripping tale that explores the depths of faith, love, and sacrifice, Michael is pushed to his limits, grappling with the weight of protecting all he holds dear. As he faces the ultimate test of his convictions, he must confront the agonizing decision of whether to take another man's life.
Join us on a journey through the heart-pounding pages of this captivating novel, where faith and love intertwine with danger and suspense. Discover the price of devotion, the power of redemption, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable odds.
