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DiAnn Mills' Footsteps gives the reader a close look at the downward spiral of a woman caught in tragedy. Debra Patterson's two children are abducted by their father, Michael, and all three disappear into thin air. And so begins the heartbroken mother's descent into despair, loneliness, and self-pity. Slipping into alcoholism, Debra struggles to deal with her shattering losses, while at the same time trying to shut out the quiet voice of God.

After alcohol fails to fill the void in her life, Debra turns to service, giving her time and energy to helping other children in need. However, at last forced to come face-to-face with her own needs, she turns to God and responds to His persistent call.

Although her new relationship with God gives her a fresh lease on life, Debra's problems are not over -- her children are still missing, along with her husband, Michael, who she struggles to forgive.

Footsteps takes the reader into the heart of the struggle, through the desperate first hours of searching, to the long, protracted efforts of first the FBI and, finally, a private investigator. Debra Patterson must rely on God and rebuild her trust in man if she is ever to see her lost children again.

Footsteps by DiAnn Mills will make you hold your children just a little tighter at bedtime. Highly recommended!

Craig Hart (...)

Debra Patterson experiences every parent's worst nightmare - the disappearance of her children. When she discovers her husband plotted for months before snatching them, her world collapses. Debra's journey to locate her missing children leads her on a path of self-discovery and faith. Parents, you may want to cuddle your own children a little closer after reading this book. I could not put it down and highly recommend it!

Before sitting down to read this book be sure all the lights are on in the house, the windows are locked and you have plenty of coffee handy because you won't want to sleep until you've finished the book. It's that good. When Debra Patterson discovers her children along with her controlling, perfectionistic husband have disappeared she feels she has no where to turn. Her only solace is the love and support of her best friend, a friend who helps her see that only God is the answer and not other means of dulling the pain. Buy this book, you won't be disappointed!

Debra Patterson experiences a parent's worst nightmare: she steps away from her children for a few moments, and they disappear. When her husband turns up missing as well, she realizes that her perfect life had more hidden flaws than she ever could have imagined. To keep her sanity, she turns to an old friend in a bottle, but finds no peace. But when her next door neighbor sticks with her through this horrifying tragedy and tries to introduce Debra to a Friend who will never leave her, the grieving mother has difficulty believing in anything or anyone. Only when she comes to the end of every personal resource does Debra discover where peace and resolution are found.

In Footsteps, Mills has created an engaging story that speaks to the heart of every parent or anyone who has suffered loss. From the first terrifying moments to the energetic and dramatic conclusion, readers will be swept up into the adventure. I could not put this book down. Highly recommended!

DiAnn Mills is an exceptional writer- that rare combination of adept craftsman and gifted storyteller. This book will grab you from page one and not let up until you finish the last paragraph. While Mills is a master at keeping her readers engaged, she goes much deeper than that. We come to know every character- what they long for and what they fear. We see relationships develop then deepen and perhaps best of all, we see the characters grow as they explore their spiritual depths.

This is a not-to-be-missed book. Highly recommended.

DiAnn Mills blows the reader away with her true-to-life, vivid character and the crisis presented in the plot! Suspenseful twists and turns make it an emotional ride from start to finish! I couldn't put the book down--cried tears of loss, sorrow, and joy! Don't miss this book! For more of my reviews, visit my website at www.robinmillerbooks.com

DiAnn Mills and I both did some work over at River Oak Publishing and as authors do, traded books. I opened it up one evening to give it a quick read and the next thing I knew it was 2 am. I read it straight through. She's a masterful author who keeps you hanging on every word. My heart really went out to the lady in this story. I can hardly wait to read "Leather and Lace."

Terry
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The characters in DiAnn Mills's novel, "Footsteps," are vivid, and the storyline if emotionally gripping. The inspirational theme in this book is woven in nicely and brings to light the true source of forgiveness and patience as a distraught mother learns to trust God during a most difficult time.

Wanda E. Brunstetter, author
www.wandabrunstetter.com

You don't want to miss FOOTSTEPS by Mills. She is wonderfully talented at making a story flow. The suspense made me turn each page until I was caught up in the story; I couldn't put the book down!

Two children disappear - the worst nightmare a parent can endure.
Follow Debra Patterson's footsteps as she discovers the disapperance of her children and her husband. Walk in her shoes as she realizes the ultimate betrayal of someone she thought loved her. Step with her on this journey of self-discovery, trust, and faith.

DiAnn Mills takes the reader from the depths of despair to the heights of hope as Debra learns to place her faith in the only one who can keep her children safe and one day return them to her. An engrossing tale that will cause you to have an increased appreciation for your family. Certainly worth the time to read!