Right when you think your life is over . . . you may find it’s really just getting started.

Divine Surprise reminds us that God still chooses the foolish, weak, forgotten things of this world to glorify the miracle of His redemptive love.

From unwed teenage mother to born-again daughter, buckle up for some hard won honesty, and learn what brutal truth and heavenly forgiveness can do.

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From the book:

“It’s hard walking with love when you’ve been running with fear all your life.”

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WHAT READERS SAY ABOUT Divine Surprise…

“What a remarkable testimony her story is to the relentless love of God. She tells it with unwavering honesty and a voice that finds its sure rhythm with each chapter.”

~Becky Jackson
CabinGranny.blog
Instagram @cabin_granny

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“DIVINE SURPRISE…and Oh what a beautiful surprise it was to read this amazing book! A MUST READ! I so appreciate her raw vulnerability and honesty. I love to hear throughout her writings how God pursues us even when we may not even be aware or blatantly reject Him. I love how she paints a picture that our Heavenly Father’s daily mercy unconditional love, & overwhelming forgiveness is REAL. I am reminded how we think we know someone, and yet we have NO clue what they have lived or are walking through.”

~Jackie Darby
StartWithOne.global

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“Opened the book as soon as I got it and read the whole thing start to finish. I couldn’t put it down. You bared your soul and touched our hearts.”

~Carole Basile
Facebook

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“Finished in 2 days! I’m in awe of your honesty, absolutely love your love/hate relationship with your hair! Oh how I can relate. Your family dynamics/dysfunction is so similar to mine and I’m quite certain many others. Your book is freeing! Free to accept who we are, the good, the bad, and ugly. Forgive as we have been forgiven. Thank you for making it easier for me, personally, to accept myself, and my love for Jesus.”

~Lori Love Toepper
Facebook

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“I loved the entire book from start to finish. I read it in one sitting! The word choice and use of language was impeccable. It speaks truth from the very heart. A wonderful skilled author! A must read!”

~Michelle Ferrante
Amazon

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“This is the first book I have ever read in less than one day. I couldn’t put it down. This is powerful. Disfunction, love, courage and God on the move. Can’t wait for the sequel. Love this book.”

~BJM
Amazon

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“I absolutely LOVED your book! I read it in one sitting and didn’t want it to be over. It was raw and honest and beautifully written. Your words paint such vivid pictures. One of my favorite lines was ‘Like an unsanitary penny passed over in the parking lot, I’m hardly worth the effort.’
Wow!! That just said it all in the moment. Congratulations to you on a great achievement.”

~Karen Schmidt Barry
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“JoAnn has the ability thru her writings that bring comfort to the reader and reinforces how we are not alone when times seem impossible. This is such an inspirational and enjoyable read. I laughed, cried, and reminisced of our past times together. You won’t want to put it down. Please purchase, you won’t regret it and will feel so inspired when you finish the book. Congratulations to this fabulous author. Cannot wait for Book 2.”

~Jeanne Johnson
Amazon

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“JoAnn, I finished reading your book. The pages are filled with honesty & inspiration from growing in self to growing in Christ. Even more of a special read during Easter season.”

~Lynne Talkington Coughlin
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“I just finished reading this book of Hope for us all. I read it with the mind set that I didn’t already know some of the story and know today’s outcome. The flow of the story kept me intrigued waiting to be drawn back to each person’s part of the story. I also know your Jesus, and I believe for your readers, that telling your story so openly and honestly will help others to know Him also. I pray continued healing for you, David, and your family.”

~Vickie Osborne

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“So many parts of this book I loved so much, I guess because they resonate with my heart. How ‘singing brings happy feelings when no amount of talking can.’ I loved how you shared your feelings about being a stay-at-home mom. I could go on some more…my favorite though was the last chapter. I have no words…

~Neva Boone
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