Muncie Times, Muncie, Delaware County, 7 February 2002 — Page 20

The Muncie Times. February 7, 2002, page 20

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BOOK REVIEW

Book ofters interesting mix of religion, romance

Sin By Crystal Rhodes Publ isher Genesis Press Cost $835

The Rev. Nedra Davis has no idea her future has been indelibly set in motion by a fleeting acquaintance from the past A woman of great strength, compassion and resolve, Ned as she is called, moved from her Kansas City, Mo., hometown to Oakland, Calif., to accept the

call God had placed on her life.

Her decision to enter the ministry was partially based on the dose relationship she holds with her mother, also a pastor. Yet, Nedra is confident that she has accepted the

path God has chosen for her.

In a few years the statuesque minister built up the attendance and spirituality of Mount Peter’s Baptist Church. Her innovative pregrams and crusades earned her the title of the “Anti-Drug Queen.” Undaunted by the danger of retaliation, Nedra turned dope houses into decent, affordable housing, helped to rehabilitate drug offenders, secured employment and assisted in getting foster care for children often left hungry, abused or orphaned If s her reputation for getting the job done that brings her free to face with Sin,

Sinclair Reasoner that is. Handsome and fastidious, he is a man with a dubious past

and obvious haunting demons.

Sin, as he is usually called is a very successful businessman in need of help. But not for himself. Sin has come to the

reverend to ask for help in finding suitable care for two youths living in deplorable conditions. Soon thereafter, the boys’ mother dies from a drug overdose. It is after

her funeral that Nedra and Sin free the fret that they are attracted to each other. That fact has not escaped Nedra’s two best

friends, Sharon and Carla.

Nedra, who strongly believes in the

sanctity of marriage, has led a life of celibacy and restraint. But time after time, Sin appears in Nedra’s mind and events are quickly unfolding. At stake are her relationship with God, the church, her reputation and her life. I found this book to be totally engaging and very relevant This fast paced, romantic, yet inspirational, novel just lifted each character from its’ pages, portraying them as your comrades or enemies and as real people with struggles, hopes and

dreams.

Each battle, whether a victory or a defeat becomes your own. You find yourself wanting to write the story’s end. I could not put the 300-page book down. I read it in one

Not be be missed are the spiritual nuances that show .the great mercy and grace of God. I recommend this book for male and female adult readers, book clubs

Crystal Rhodes

and young adult to adult study groups. This book is available through bookstores, amazon.com or from Genesis Press at wwwgenesispress.com. The author, Crystal Rhodes, is a native of Indianapolis. She was the scriptwriter for the audio presentation of “Our Land, Our Souls, Our Freedom,” on exhibit at Minnetrista Cultural Center. Her play, “Civil Wrongs,” will be produced at the Indiana Historical Society, 450 W. Ohio St, Indianapolis, at 8 pjn. on Feb. 28, March 1, 2,7,8, and 9, and at 4 pm. on March 3 and 10. For reservations call (317) 638-6694. The play is being presented by the Asante Children’s Theatre. She will be in Muncie, from noon until early evening on March 2 at the Buley Community Center to sell and sign copies of her book. She will also be here as part of the Ebony Entrepreneur Showcase, presented by minority businesses in Muncie, Delaware County. For more information call 7410037.. -By Judy Mays