Not all abuse leaves bruises. Not all prisons have bars.
Wendi Burkham lives in an emotional prison she unwittingly walked into. Nobody understands, and her captor holds the keys.
Married to a respected pastor, Wendi lives a life others admire--with two children and a home that reflects faith, stability, and love. But behind closed doors, Wendi is trapped in a cycle of control, manipulation, and emotional abuse no one else can see--and no one would believe.
How do you escape when no one thinks you need to?
For sixteen years, she has stayed silent. Stayed faithful. Stayed afraid. Until one night forces her to choose between the life she has built . . . and the truth she can no longer ignore.
Her husband's warning echoes: "Planting wind only reaps a harvest of tornadoes."
But what if the storm is the only way out?
Wendi Burkham lives in an emotional prison she unwittingly walked into. Nobody understands, and her captor holds the keys.
Married to a respected pastor, Wendi lives a life others admire--with two children and a home that reflects faith, stability, and love. But behind closed doors, Wendi is trapped in a cycle of control, manipulation, and emotional abuse no one else can see--and no one would believe.
How do you escape when no one thinks you need to?
For sixteen years, she has stayed silent. Stayed faithful. Stayed afraid. Until one night forces her to choose between the life she has built . . . and the truth she can no longer ignore.
Her husband's warning echoes: "Planting wind only reaps a harvest of tornadoes."
But what if the storm is the only way out?
MY THOUGHTS.....
Appearances are often deceiving, and the opening pages of this book show how very deceptive they can be! Pastor Ron Burkham's true personality quickly emerges, and his wife Wendi has finally had enough. After years of emotional and verbal abuse directed at both her and their children, Wendi Burkham is ready to fight back!
Congregations with popular, charismatic ministers are often oblivious to the fact that their leader may harbor a secret personality. House of Wind isn't an easy read, but author Laura DeNooyer never sensationalizes this story! Personal revenge is never a motive, as Wendi considers Christian counseling to save her marriage and heal their family, and God's Word and prayer are often mentioned in this emotional story laced with faith and Christian values!
I received an advance copy of this novel, but all opinions are my own.
Congregations with popular, charismatic ministers are often oblivious to the fact that their leader may harbor a secret personality. House of Wind isn't an easy read, but author Laura DeNooyer never sensationalizes this story! Personal revenge is never a motive, as Wendi considers Christian counseling to save her marriage and heal their family, and God's Word and prayer are often mentioned in this emotional story laced with faith and Christian values!
I received an advance copy of this novel, but all opinions are my own.
Laura DeNooyer thrives on creativity and encouraging it in others. As a Calvin College graduate, she is a teacher, wife, parent of four adult children, and a multi-award-winning author of heart-warming historical and contemporary fiction. Laura has served as president of her American Christian Fiction Writers chapter. When not writing, you’ll find her reading, walking, drinking tea with friends, or taking a road trip.
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