After and 10 year hiatus from writing while caring for my parents with Dementia, God has opened my heart to complete Angels of El Roi -
published December 2024.
Aaden Chen remembers the day his parents argued for the last time, when his father left on a business trip and never came back. Fueled by anger towards the mother he blamed and the father that disappeared from his life, Aaden fell deeper into a life of crime. His last attempt to impress the gang failed horribly when the car he stole held a frightened five year old child in the back seat, and the car theft turned kidnapping nearly ended both their lives.
Lea Rizzo is the opposite of Aaden, as light is to darkness. With an unspoken attraction between them, neither could imagine being a part of the other's life. That changed the night Lea was caught in the middle of a robbery, with Aaden as an accomplice, forcing her to choose between giving up or protecting the boy she loved.
Officer Jack Dalton can sympathize with the troubled youths of Parkersburg. Once a teenage runaway himself from an abusive stepfather, Jack was given a second chance at life by a compassionate police officer. Now able to pay it forward, Jack dedicates his life to saving juveniles from a life of crime.
Angels of El Roi is a powerful story of how God uses His earthly and heavenly beings to defend the helpless and save those in trouble. From a gentle dove named Yonah to an army of heavenly angels, God commands His guardians to accomplish His Will in their lives.
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Angels of El Roi is a moving and spiritually uplifting novel that masterfully showcases the power of God and His angels in guiding and transforming lives. Through the deeply personal journeys of Aaden, Lea, and Jack, the book weaves a narrative of faith, redemption, and divine intervention.
Aaden's story is particularly moving as his troubled past could have led him down a destructive path, but through God's presence, he finds the strength to change his life. The depiction of his story demonstrates that even the most broken souls can find solace and hope in the hands of God. Lea serves as a person of unwavering faith, her spiritual journey highlighting how trust in God's plans can keep one grounded and steadfast, even in the face of challenges. And Jack's role in the story ties everything together in a powerful way. His past experiences as a troubled youth shape his empathy and wisdom, enabling him to offer guidance to those that are struggling. As a cop, he faces real-world difficulties, but his connection to God allows him to navigate them with compassion.
The novel's exploration of faith is profound, portraying angels not as distant figures but as active participants in each of the characters' lives. Angels of El Roi is a testament to the idea that, even in our darkest of times, we are never truly alone and that God's presence and His messengers are always at work. Overall, this book is an enriching read that will leave a lasting impression on anyone who believes in the power of faith, redemption, and divine guidance. It's a story of hope that resonates deeply, offering a reminder that transformation is always possible when one turns to God.
Niko Skeriotis
Amazon Review - May 12, 2025
Truly a MUST READ!!!! For all ages 8-99
I highly recommend this book to readers who enjoy realistic anticipation, and those who appreciate a story with characters that embark on a thought provoking life journey of highs and lows with a God centered outcome. I recommend this book to parents, teachers, and individuals who are looking for a gentle and engaging book for young adults and older.
This book is a must read!!!! I loved it.
Pam S. - God Centered MUST READ!!!
Amazon Review - April 6, 2025