First published 2011
Reverend Curtis Black thought his troubles were behind him. His wife Charlotte knew about his affairs and had forgiven him. Then his longtime mistress dies, leaving behind two-year-old Curtina. Curtis and Charlotte must now raise the child together in their home. Curtis feels joy at having his daughter close. Charlotte seethes with rage every time she looks at the living proof of her husband's betrayal. She cannot hide her resentment toward the innocent girl. Charlotte begins disappearing from home and reconnecting with an old boyfriend. Curtis throws himself into building the new church and tending his congregation. But female parishioners circle him like predators, eager to seduce the wealthy preacher. Both husband and wife drift toward choices that could destroy everything they have built. Curtis earns millions from his ministry, yet all his money cannot save them from the consequences heading their way.
Genres: christian-fiction, african-american, contemporary, family-drama
Vibes: emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
324 pages · Hardcover · Grand Central Publishing
Content warnings: domestic-violence