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Whose voice will she listen to?
Lissa Randall’s future was bright with academic promise until the tragic accident that took her mother’s life—and brought her own plans to a screeching halt. Eighteen months later, she still can’t get back behind the wheel. A casual recommendation to Ev McAllistair’s driving school sets in motion a cascade of events . . . until Lissa begins to wonder if maybe, just maybe, life isn’t as random as she’s thought. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Lookout Mountain, TN, Words Unspoken weaves together a vibrant cast of characters whose intertwining stories of courage, choice, heartbreak, and hope will hold you captive until the final page.

Evangelical Christian fiction author Musser (The Swan House) has penned a thoughtful, poignant novel involving, of all arenas, the publishing world. Lissa Randall, a depressed teenager, hears accusatory words unspoken every day as she relives the car accident that took her mother’s life. Unable to drive by herself because of her paralyzing fear, Lissa enrolls in a driving school, where her elderly instructor, Ev MacAllister, fights similar emotional battles. The two explore their pasts, often with resistance, and both find a convergence of faith and eventual resolution. Musser’s story line allows several themes to be subtly woven in: depression is a no-holds-barred victimizer; repercussions from past/present choices do make a difference; and there are no such things as random occurrences in this life. Musser somehow pulls her characters—a bevy of quirky personalities—back to a center point, mostly with success, although some of the conclusions read a bit too tidily. Overall, the novelist’s work is solid and fans will be pleased – Publishers Weekly

This is the first novel by Elizabeth Musser that I’ve read. I have to say, I’m hooked! Halfway through the first chapter, I knew this was one I couldn’t put down!

This is a book about a series of events that could strike anyone of us, at any time. We hear about car accidents resulting in death on a daily basis, but do you stop to think how this tragic event really plays out in the survivors lives?

Lissa has to somehow deal with her Mother’s untimely death. However, extreme guilt, panic attacks, and those voices in her head.. have taken over her being.

It’s fast paced in introducing several characters in the second chapter that initially don’t seem like they fit the storyline. Don’t worry, you’ll soon see the connection they all have.

After once again failing her driving test, Lissa slides even further into “doom & gloom”. Enter Ev McAllister, a wise old man who happens to be a driving instructor who has been recommended to her.  He offers lessons as a ministry to troubled young people like herself.  There is light at the end of the tunnel!

This is a touching book with a clear message of hope, forgiveness and promise.

About the Author… Click on Elizabeth’s Photo to learn more…

I find my work as a mother, wife, author and missionary filled with challenges and chances to see God’s hand at work daily in my life. Inspiration for my novels come both from my experiences growing up in Atlanta as well as through the people I meet in my work in France. Many conversations within my novels are inspired from real-life conversations with skeptics and seekers alike.

A Special Thanks goes out to Elizabeth for the opportunity to review this Wonderful Book!

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