Trust In Me [Paperback]

Kathryn Shay (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 4, 2003

As teenagers, they were called the Outlaws. Now these six friends will find that yesterday's heart-aches are part of the journey to tomorrow's hopes.

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

The Outlaws, a gang of teenage hoodlums, have grown up. Linc, the leader, is now a minister, but his love for his high-school sweetheart, atheist Margo, has never died. Linc's sister, Beth, is the widow of racecar driver Danny. Tucker, the driver many people (including himself) feel is responsible for Danny's death, has been asked by the town council to use his fame to revitalize NASCAR's interest in the area. And Linc's former best friend, Joe, who's been divorced by his wife because of his physical and mental abuse, is back in town, rehabilitated but filled with guilt. Inextricably connected as restless youth, their lives become intertwined once again, and these are characters readers will care about. Linc is a human and humane preacher in the tradition of Emilie Richard in The Dragonslayer, and his chats with God run the whole gamut of feelings, particularly concerning Margo. This powerful tale of redemption, friendship, trust, and forgiving shows once again that Shay knows how to pack an emotional wallop. Shelley Mosley
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Product Details

• Paperback: 400 pages
• Publisher: Berkley (February 4, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0425188841
• ISBN-13: 978-0425188842
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.7 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #440,761 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another Hit for Shay, February 17, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Trust In Me (Paperback)

This is definitely another hit for Kathryn Shay. The story is well written and easy to follow--even with all the different characters and subplots. The story involves some very deep issues which some authors may not cover quite as well as Shay does. The characters are very real, likeable, compassionate and understanding even with the issues they are faced with. Although I loved Tucker and Beth, Margo and Linc's story was my favorite--having to work through some serious issues to be together, but being able to depend on their love through it all is great.

Although it is not tied to this book, if you haven't read "Promises to Keep" you should--it is a wonderful book too and Shay also tackles some serious current issues with her great writing skills.

Keep it up K. Shay--you are on your way to being on my must read list.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great author, great book!, February 4, 2003

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mplvs2read (chicago, il United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Trust In Me (Paperback)

I'm not going to sit and write about the story, you can read the editorial reviews for that. This is a great story, great characters and the author knows how to put it all together. I read her last book and I am very impressed with this author. Both her books are worth every minute and penny spent. She pens a good story and has a different way of writing then most of the "popular" authors that make her stories interesting. She is on my
list as a "have to get as soon as its out."

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Enriching, emotional and poignant, April 2, 2003

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Desmond Chan (Bishan North Singapore) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Trust In Me (Paperback)

This triptych of a romance marks yet another triumphant attempt by under-rated writer Kathryn Shay. Earnest and constantly moving, Trust In Me tells of the struggle of the rebellious Outlaw gang growing up in Glen Oaks after the group was disbanded and reunited a decade later. Much have occurred: Joe Murphy returns as a reformed husband and seeks forgiveness from ex-wife Annie who is traumatized by his past abuse. Linc who is now a pastor is afraid to marry Margo who swears anathema to God and his beliefs - an imprint left by her pious mother. Tucker Quaid, a retired NASCAR racer decides to mitigate his guilt of causing Beth her husband in a racing tournament by developing the industry in Glen Oaks. He faces the wrath of her son Ronny but gains unexpected solace and a chance of love in the widow. Under-rated Kathryn Shay sculpts her characters with emotional delicacy and packs compelling human drama to deliver an enriching story of love and its healing power.