FREEDOM BY THE CREEK

FREEDOM BY THE CREEK

When Tommy Owens is forced to move and finish out his senior year in a small town, he soon discovers that small towns can hide big secrets. One secret is so horrific, it puts one young family in a life or death existence. As he struggles to cope with all the changes in his new life, he meets young Kelly Johnson and her siblings. Unaware of her deplorable living conditions of captivity and abuse at the hands of her own father, he introduces them to a world of love and laughter. But will it be enough to help them survive? In this dark romance novel, young and innocent love is tarnished by dark, grueling secrets hidden in the basement of one small town. Secrets that will change Tommy's life forever and put him on a quest to save a young family from unthinkable crimes. "...those who enjoy first love romances will love this book. As well, those who want to see wrongs righted and underdogs eventually triumph will not be disappointed...if you enjoy exploring blood family, "found" family, and rediscovered family, this emotive book will speak to you." TC Schueler for Reader Views 5* - Dirty Faces, Clean Hearts Freedom by the Creek details difficult and sometimes dark themes, but it does so with dashes of lightness that keep readers glued in, hoping for a positive resolution. The BookLife Prize