Murder Through the Grapevine (Urban Christian) [Paperback]

Teresa McClain-Watson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 27, 2010 | Series: Urban Christian

Roni Jarrett was once in love with a high-rolling strip club owner who used her and abused her. He caused her to lose the job of her dreams, not to mention her self respect. With nothing left but her newfound faith in Christ and her old BMW, she hits the road and ends up where she started, in her old hometown. With a new job in an upscale beauty salon, and a position as music director for her church, she's doing all she can to live a life that's pleasing in the eyes of God. Unfortunately, other people's drama has a way of following Roni Jarrett and it follows her to her new life in Florida. When her best friend from childhood turns up dead in the streets, the local police behaves as if Roni may have had a hand in that death, and everything changes. Roni finds herself caught up in a dangerous maze of gossip and lies that could lead to her own destruction. The only man willing to help her, Police Chief Don Gillette, is a gorgeous hunk of a human being who makes Roni's heart pound, but his own reputation causes even more drama to enter her life. Roni is tested time and again as she struggles to understand what is happening around her. Her budding relationship with Don Gillette, a relationship that seems sent from God, may get caught in the wreckage too. Will Roni's newfound faith be able to withstand so many trials, and will Don Gillette turn out to be the love of her life or the worse thing that had ever happened to her?

Product Details

• Paperback: 310 pages
• Publisher: Urban Christian (April 27, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1601628552
• ISBN-13: 978-1601628558
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 6.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #924,056 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Teresa McClain-Watson is the award winning author of over nineteen novels. She has been a magazine editor-in-chief, executive book editor, protective investigator, and counselor. She resides in Florida with her husband and her cat.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Common Sense is Man's way of Justifying their Lack of Faith, June 13, 2010

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L. Bishop - See all my reviews
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Are you operating solely on your common sense or are you stepping out on Faith? Murder Through The Grapevine is a story with many lessons: Is Gossiping harmless? What dictates your actions - "common sense" or Faith? and Church folks - are we all that and a bag of chips or are we simply evil doers with one saving Grace - Jesus?

The main character - Veronica "Roni" Jarrett is a baby christian, learning through many trials and tribulations the power of prayer and how God does what He wants to do and when He wants to do it! She finds herself in one bad situation after another upon moving back to her old hometown and running into an old friend who later is murdered. This story initially started off slow for me, but, refusing to put it down - later proved to be worthwhile. All I can say is LORD HAVE MERCY! There were parts where I was literally holding my breath, thinking Oh My Goodness, that's it there is no way she can get out of this situation. You know how it is when you are faced with what seems like too much to bear and you find yourself "reminding" God of His promises (SMILE)... BUT, what the author demonstrated beautifully is that "The Name of Jesus is a STRONG Tower and those that run to it are safe." This story has it all mystery, "crazy" churchfolks, drugs, guns, lying tongues, murder, scandal, jealousy and past regrets (and yes ladies - a good looking guy). Remember, remain steadfast and finish the book - you will be encouraged and want to scream JESUS and mean it!!!

5.0 out of 5 stars Loved It!, October 29, 2011

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Arlena Flanders (Staten Island, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Murder Through the Grapevine (Urban Christian) (Paperback)

Personally, I thought this book was awesome. It read smoothly from beginning to end. The plot was suspensful. The characters were intriguing, inviting, exciting and believable. However, the main character was starting to get on my nerves a little bit.

Let's just say I couldn't put this book down. Most importantly, the book presented a powerful and wonderul message about faith, gossip, love, trust and the power of prayer. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone. Great read! I miss Veronica Jarrett and super classy, sexy, strong, good-hearted Don Gillette.

3.0 out of 5 stars Slow read, November 17, 2010

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Harriett - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Murder Through the Grapevine (Urban Christian) (Paperback)

I read this book because of the review. It was a little slow for me. It took to long to get to the plot. I hope there is going to be another because she left you hanger.