Ivy's Dilemma (Thy Will Be Done) (Dilemmas #1) (Dilemmas) [Paperback]

Reign (Author)

Book Description

Series: Dilemmas | Publication Date: August 15, 2005

After 11 years of marriage Ivy Jones-Miller is forced to file for a divorce from her childhood sweetheart Raymond Miller. Before the documents are filed at the courthouse her husband is killed in an automobile accident. Through the love and dedication of her friends, Ivy is able to survive the turmoil and scrutiny forced upon her by her late husband's family after his untimely death. "Ivy's Dilemma" is part of a serial called "Dilemmas." There are three stories base around Ivy Jones-Miller, Sheena Daniels, Miranda Jones and Jade Sanders who grow up in an urban city in New Jersey. Each woman tackle trials and tribulations and winning against all odds though their faith in God and love and devotion of friendship. Books In The Dilemma Series: Ivy's Dilemma (Thy Will Be Done) Jade's Dilemma (Lead Us Not Into Temptation) Sheena's Dilemma (For It's Better To Marry Than to Burn)

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About the Author

Reign is a minister of the Gospel and the minister of music at New Revelations Baptist Church. Reign began writing at a very young age, however, her gift for writing was not recognized in the beginning as an author of novels, but of lyrics set to music. Today, Reign s writing career is a very large part of her ministry. Reign lives with her husband and four of their six children in the Raleigh, North Carolina area.

Product Details

• Paperback: 212 pages
• Publisher: Dreams Publishing Co.; 1st edition (August 15, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0977093603
• ISBN-13: 978-0977093601
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,021,113 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Born and raised in Camden, New Jersey, Reign began writing stories in the form of song lyrics at a young age. She was a musician who played in night clubs in the tri-state area of Philly, New York, and New Jersey in a group comprised of her brother and three other childhood friends. Yet, Reign loved to read, which developed into an interest in literature and publishing. Her various contributions to the publishing industry parlayed into the ownership of a small press that is swiftly gaining notoriety as a major influence in book sales to a largely African American market.

PRESENT: Reign the entrepreneur and author is also Reign the wife and mother of six children. Family is first for Reign as she also juggles duties as an ordained minister who specializes in encouraging women in their worthiness to live and love at their fullest.

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars No Dilemma too Hard for God!, February 12, 2006

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The Good Girl Reviewers "goodgirlbookclubonline" (Chicago, IL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ivy's Dilemma (Thy Will Be Done) (Dilemmas #1) (Dilemmas) (Paperback)

Dilemma: Ivy Jones-Miller's husband--- former professional football player, Raymond Miller is a drug addict, an adulterer and he has stopped providing emotional and financial support for his wife and three children. Solution: Get a divorce! But accepting the end of her marriage was a difficult decision for Ivy. Being a pastor's daughter, Ivy was raised believing that there was no situation that God could not turn. However, after much prayer and reflection, Ivy faces the fact that her 11 year marriage to her childhood sweetheart is over. But before she can file the petition for divorce at the courthouse, Ivy receives a call that will change her life forever.

Reign does a great job of mixing over the top drama with sound biblical messages that remind the reader that there is no problem too big or too small that God can not see you through. And to keep us company along the way, He often sends friends and family to offer us support, love and comfort.

Ivy's Dilemma is part of one a trilogy entitled Dilemmas. All three stories revolve around Ivy Jones-Miller, Sheena Daniels, Miranda Jones and Jade Sanders who grow up in an urban city. Each woman tackles the everyday trials and tribulations of life while learning to be strong woman of God. These four women will remind you of your best friends, your aunts, your cousins and of yourself. Grab a copy for you and a friend, and happy reading!


Reviewed by Tonya S. Hall for the GoodGirlBookClubOnline & The GOOD GIRL Book Club

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Ongoing drama, October 9, 2005

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Nardsbaby "Connoisseur of the written word™" (Westside Chi-town, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ivy's Dilemma (Thy Will Be Done) (Dilemmas #1) (Dilemmas) (Paperback)

Raymond Terrell Miller & Ivy Jones-Miller have been keen on one another since the very day they met. As neighbors their infatuation grew with age. After 11 years of marriage, Ivy finds herself alone, afraid, brokenhearted, with steadily increasing debts. With everything around her spiraling so far out of control Ivy is uncertain as to how much more she'll be able to undergo.

Why does it hurt so bad?

Ivy's childhood sweetheart Ray was long gone and replaced by some unfamiliar man. The disrespect and disregard for Ivy, and their children for the past two years was far too gone, and as a final blow Ray requested that Ivy divorce him.

Wasted my years a fool of a wife.

As Ivy girlfriends Jade (who has a ton of secrets), Miranda (her cousin), and Sheena (the overly opinionated beauty) gather for a girls' weekend. Ivy details her past 2 years. As she sheds off the layers, breaking down the enormous barriers Ivy's quelled with a mortal dilemma.

Through sickness and health 'till death do us part
Those were the words that we said from our hearts

The dilemma becomes even more massive as the families fight one another instead of consoling one another during their times of need.

I know there are no guarantees
In love you take your chances
But somehow it seems unfair to me
Look at the circumstances

Ivy was able to tolerate the travesties while at the same time remaining a virtuous woman. Though Ivy's dilemma was a fresh start, I can't wait to read all about Jade's dilemmas'.

Reign is a new author whose work centers around women who rely on their faith in God, friends, and families. I highly recommend this book.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Dilemma, June 18, 2008

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Tangerine (IL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ivy's Dilemma (Thy Will Be Done) (Dilemmas #1) (Dilemmas) (Paperback)

It was love at first sight for Ivy and Ray when they were children, that love blossomed all the way to adulthood which resulted in marriage.

Years later Ivy Jones-Miller wants a divorce from the ex pro football star Raymond Miller. Ray is a drug addict, womanizer and can't seem to get himself together. He has stopped providing for Ivy and there four kids mentally and financially. Being a product of a preacher's kid, Ivy stayed prayerful that Ray would turn back into the man she fell in love with.

Needing a break from her dilemma. Ivy's best friends and family Sheena, Jade, and Miranda comes and spends the weekend with her to boost her spirits and offers her there loving support. Adding more misery to her dilemma, Ivy finds out that Ray is killed in a car accident.

Will Ivy be able to find the peace that she deserves?

Ivy's Dilemma (Thy Will Be Done) (Dilemmas #1) (Dilemmas) I recommend for everyone to read. Through thick and thin friends to the end is my motto, this was shown throughout the book. Love this story, can't wait to read "Jade's Dilemma"

Tangerine
Reader's Paradise Book Club