Promises to Keep (TJ Case Series #2) [Paperback]

T. Davis Bunn (Author)

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Publication Date: October 1991

"Her face showed one marking that he had seen too often since beginning the present work eyes that were much older and harder than they should be in a girl of this age. It always gave him a pang, seeing eyes like that. He felt the silent accusations of his own daughter's stare - " From Chapter One

The two girls, teenage friends in a Washington suburb, both disappeared one day without explanation. It was an anguished story that Duncan Wyeth had heard too many times in his lonely years as a private investigator, a parent's cry that haunted his own life. Why had they run away? Where had they gone? Could he find them? Would he ever find his own girl?

When Wyeth's search for the two runaways is joined by Jeremy Hughes (T.J. Case's supportive friend from The Presence), together they follow a trail that leads to the streets of Los Angeles. What they discover is a shocking underworld of hopeless and helpless kids caught in a web of fear, addiction and violence.

How can the two men break through the darkness to the exploited teens and their misguided parents? Is their search already in vain? And why is Senator Adderly's legislation to protect juveniles met with bland indifference in Washington, and organized resistance under the guise of constitutional rights?

Against a Backdrop of Greed and Indifference, Truth and Love Must Shine Even stronger

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About the Author

A native North Carolinian who now lives abroad, T. Davis Bunn was recognized internationally as a consultant, lecturer, and speaker in the area of international finance and received invitations to address symposiums, conferences, and management meetings. His professional interests took a decided turn nearly eighteen years ago. Although he continued his career in international finance, he became a "closet" novelist. For nine years, he wrote with discipline and drive, never to have anything published. When one of his novels came to the attention of Bethany House Publishers, his status as an unpublished novelist changed. His first book, The Presence, was published in 1990 and quickly became a bestseller.

A prolific writer, he now has over twenty books in publication, including three with Janette Oke, a wonderful children's picture book called Princess Bella and the Red Velvet Hat, the heartwarming gift book The Quilt, and his latest, The Dream Voyagers, originally published under the pen name Thomas Locke.

"The novels I've had published by Bethany House are the direction I hope my future writing will take--captivating stories of intrigue, drama and faith, with compelling characters in an enjoyable contemporary fictional setting," says Bunn. "The emotional bonding that occurs with the reader in good fiction often gives the Christian message more direct meaning in the reader's life."

Prior to his work in international finance, Davis completed studies in psychology and economics at Wake Forest University. Fluent in three languages, he has traveled extensively in more than forty countries in Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Davis has also avocationally become a serious student of comparative religion, learning from Jewish rabbis, Buddhist monks, Muslim imams, Catholic priests, and Baptist ministers. Drawing on these experiences, Davis fills his books with colorful dialogue and richly textured settings.

size : 5.3 x 8.3

Product Details

• Paperback: 398 pages
• Publisher: Bethany House Publishers (October 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1556612133
• ISBN-13: 978-1556612138
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,176,068 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Davis Bunn is the author of over nineteen national bestsellers, and his books have sold over six million copies in sixteen languages. The recipient of three Christy Awards, Bunn currently serves as writer-in-residence at Oxford University.

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, February 8, 2000

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This review is from: Promises to Keep (TJ Case Series #2) (Paperback)

I loved this book. It kept me interested, I cried, I was moved by the characters. This was a great book. But, There has to be a part two, as I wasn't happy with the ending. It stopped too abruptly. There was too much that was left undone and I want to know more about this group of people. In reading this book, I knew and shared with the people who touched the hand of God. I thought, this is how the "body of Christ" is supposed to act. This is the kind of influence we are supposed to have on one another. There were excellent mini themes running through this book. What we as a people can do when moved by the Spirit of God and heed it. What men can do to influence others for good, when they relinquish control of their life and let God move. There was so much, and I wanted more. Just an absolutely great book and I wanted to meet the characters and have them come to my home town. They reflected the glory of the Lord like we are all supposed to. I would highly recommend this book! Just where is the sequel?

5.0 out of 5 stars Book: Promises to Keep by Davis Bunn, June 20, 2011

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This review is from: Promises to Keep (TJ Case Series #2) (Kindle Edition)

This is Christian fiction at its finest. Davis Bunn tackles the problems in regulating the Porn industry. It is a story of a young girl coerced into doing porn films and the efforts of a Christian man to rescue her. Mr. Bunn also reveals the grim stats on homeless children and agencies that try to help. It broke my heart.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good read!, May 7, 2009

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This review is from: Promises to Keep (TJ Case Series #2) (Paperback)

I really enjoyed this book. It was entertaining and educational. Although fiction, it had many actual facts regarding politics and the pornography industry. It was inspirational - showing the possibilities when Christians follow God's will. This was a sequel to "The Presence", but could be read on it's own.