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Shawn McDaniel Series

This series delves into the complexities of human relationships and hidden personal truths, exploring how appearances can be deceiving. It follows characters navigating extraordinary circumstances that challenge their understanding of themselves and their families. The narratives are rich with emotional depth and unexpected revelations, prompting readers to look beyond the surface. This is a powerful exploration of identity, acceptance, and the often-unseen struggles that shape our lives.

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    Stuck in Neutral

    • 114 pages
    • 4 hours of reading
    3.8(10944)Add rating

    Shawn McDaniel is an enigma and a miracle —except no one knows it, least of all his father. His life is not what it may seem to anyone looking at him. Not even those who love him best have any idea what he is truly like. In this extraordinary and powerful first novel, the reader learns to look beyond the obvious and finds a character whose spirit is rich beyond imagining and whose story is unforgettable. My life is like one of those "good news-bad news" jokes. Like, "I've got some good news and some bad news—which do you want first?" I could go on about my good news for hours, but you probably want to hear the punch line, my bad news, right? Well, there isn't that much, really, but what's here is pretty wild. First off, my parents got divorced ten years ago because of me. My being born changed everything for all of us, in every way. My dad didn't divorce my mom, or my sister, Cindy, or my brother, Paul—he divorced me. He couldn't handle my condition, so he had to leave. My condition? Well, that brings us to the guts of my bad news.

    Stuck in Neutral

  • Cruise Control

    • 160 pages
    • 6 hours of reading
    3.9(943)Add rating

    The story revolves around a high school athlete grappling with the stark contrast between his popularity and his brother's struggles with disabilities. As a celebrated jock excelling in multiple sports, he feels a mix of pride and shame regarding his brother, who faces significant challenges. This dynamic explores themes of family loyalty, societal expectations, and the complexities of sibling relationships, highlighting the emotional journey of acceptance and understanding amidst their differences.

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