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C. J. Darlington

    This author's lifelong love of reading ignited a childhood dream of becoming a published writer, a dream that materialized when her debut novel won a national contest. She crafts compelling series that delve into the complexities of familial bonds and the deep emotional currents that shape them. Her narratives are characterized by their ability to immerse readers in intricate plots and resonant feelings. The author's work explores the enduring ties that connect us, making for captivating and thought-provoking literary experiences.

    Thicker Than Blood
    Searching for Normal
    Running on Empty
    Bound by Guilt
    Ties That Bind
    • Ties That Bind

      • 334 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      4.3(30)Add rating

      The story follows Brynn Taylor as she embarks on a quest to find her estranged father after being released from prison. With only a bus ticket, a backpack, and her grandfather's gun, she arrives in Elk Valley, Colorado. Her journey takes an unexpected turn when she learns about the existence of two sisters who are unaware of her presence, complicating her mission and forcing her to confront family secrets and her own past.

      Ties That Bind
    • Bound by Guilt

      • 376 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Roxi Gold's journey is marked by her desperate search for belonging after a life spent in foster care. Eager to please her new guardian, she finds herself embroiled in a life of crime, stealing rare books from bookstores across the country. Despite the thrill of her escapades, guilt looms over her, highlighting her internal struggle between the desire for acceptance and the moral implications of her actions. This gripping narrative explores themes of family, identity, and the consequences of choices made in the pursuit of belonging.

      Bound by Guilt
    • Running on Empty

      • 348 pages
      • 13 hours of reading
      4.3(25)Add rating

      Exploring the consequences of desperation, this narrative delves into the choices made when one feels depleted. It highlights the emotional turmoil and moral dilemmas faced by the protagonist, who grapples with regret after impulsive decisions. The story intricately weaves themes of vulnerability, redemption, and the complexity of human behavior, inviting readers to reflect on their own life choices in moments of weakness.

      Running on Empty
    • Searching for Normal

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      4.2(135)Add rating

      Six months ago Shay Mitchell’s life changed forever. Now she’s just trying to survive school bullies, drama class, and living with her Aunt Laura above the bookstore. No one, not even her new friends, knows her real story or the reason she’s living with her aunt in the first place. When Shay learns the truth about her biological father, she jumps at the chance to meet him. This could be her chance! Maybe she’ll finally find the normal life she’s longed for―a life where she feels loved and wanted―you know, part of a real family.This is the second book in a series that travels alongside four friends as they deal with teen life in Riverbend, Indiana. The novel inspires girls and young women to deepen their relationships with God and solve their problems in God-honoring ways.

      Searching for Normal
    • Thicker Than Blood

      • 336 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      3.8(256)Add rating

      Struggling with a drinking problem, Christy Williams has managed to establish a stable career as a buyer for a used bookstore. However, her life takes a turn when she receives a DUI on her thirty-third birthday, forcing her to confront her past and the challenges ahead. This pivotal moment tests her resolve and commitment to her newfound stability, setting the stage for a journey of self-discovery and redemption.

      Thicker Than Blood