Based on the author’s childhood this fictional novel is filled with spirituality and humor and gives the reader a glimpse into the world of a Baptist minister. Set in 1963, Rev. Shepard and his family move to Millington where he has been called to pastor the Great Saints Baptist Church. Millington is a small town that is racially divided by the river that runs through it. The whites occupy the town’s west side, while a community of influential Negroes occupy the east side. During this literary journey, the lives of the church members and townspeople are exposed and we bear witness to an adult world of scandal, secrets, and disgrace. Before he can get settled into his new position, Rev. Shepard is bombarded with the needs of church members. The timid Murlene Combs whose husband has fallen prey to the town whore, Magic, is in serious need of counselling. Other Millingtonites are Rev. Barry Nichols, whose love of himself makes him vulnerable to the temptations of Magic; the Higgins’ who struggle through an old family secret; Billy, the giggly kid who cannot maintain his composure during church; Sadie Green, the church secretary who is always complaining about her corns; the controversial Deacon Chester Hawkins; Smooth, the pimp from The Bottom; and a den of gossiping woman. Love and salvation emanate from the trials and tribulations of the denizens in Millington. While some are redeemed, the damned must pay the price for their sins.
Six Sides of Fear takes the reader on a wild suspenseful rollercoaster ride with six tales of fear and hauntings unimaginable. Sisters- The tumultuous lives of three sisters are narrated by their great aunt. From their childhood into their adult lives, the two younger sisters are harassed and belittled by their older sister, which ultimately leads to murder. To Hear the Lions Purr- The outskirts of Jellico, Tennessee, is where Granny lives. Her grandson visits every year from Atlanta. He learns invaluable lessons about animals from Granny who cares for and operates on countless animals, after hunters injure them. However, he discovers a secret he must keep hidden forever. The Star- Near the end of slavery, the slaves on the Hollister Plantation are abandoned. And left to survive on meager rations of food they confiscate from the “Big House.” While waiting for an end to slavery, they face a menacing adversary. Ceiling Rats- After they escape from the Elmira Research Facility, malformed recipients of genetic engineering wreak havoc on the residents of the Westfield Home State Hospital. They claw at the nerves of four high strung patients putting stress on the mating game between the sultry nurse Clarissa Johnson and the engaged psychiatrist Dr. Christopher Sebastian. A Man’s Scent- Charlotte, a forty-something attorney becomes frustrated with her unsuccessful dating jaunts and goes with friends to visit a soothsayer where she reveals her desire for a husband. A portal to the spiritual world is made accessible to Charlotte as Madame Deveraux tries to fulfill Charlotte’s request. Getting Home- After a tiring business trip, all Alley wants to do is get home. Once home and under the safe covers of her bed, Alley hears an intruder.
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