Rebuke

by April Alisa Marquette

For decades he preached to many and his life seemed an open book. Often he taught on salvation and sin, but does he harbor secrets --sins of his own? She seemed the picture of perfection, the preacher's wife. Yet it was often said, she wasn't the perfect mate. Was something amiss? Younger, she grew up in the pastor's house. This is her story. To all, Topaz appeared the talented, dutiful daughter...but was she not? The family desperately wanted him, the son of promise. However, they didn't want him this way...did they? Forget everything you think you know about the preacher and his family. While immersed in REBUKE and the sleepy town of Tranquility, become privy to the inner sanctum, their most private thoughts, lives and demons. Then open not only your eyes, but your heart as well.

230 pages, Paperback

First published May 3, 2012

About the author

Loves a good cup of coffee. Watches HGTV, TV Land or the Food Network when she is not writing.

Doesn't believe in cruelty to animals.

Believes in empowering women and equipping young people with the skills to succeed in life.

Was an English and reading tutor for high school students.

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Reviews

[Georgiann Hennelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Preacher Moon took over when his Father passed away . For decades his life was an open book. He counseled others on sin and salvation. But is he above reproach? Doe s he have sins of his own.His wife First Lady was thought to be the picture of perfection, yet some say she wasn,t the perfect wife for him. And Tpaz there daughter, beautiful , talented, and dutiful.... But even she has a secret.A heartfelt story about a son who feels he had to step into his fathers shoes and take over as Preacher of the church . And his daughter Topaz tells her story. As you read this story, you become involved in it and in the sleepy little town of Tranquility. You realize no one is perfect not even a man of god. He to can make an error in judgement.Look forward to more books by this author April Alisa Marquette

[Jennise Conley · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received my copy today as a First reads winner and perused through the chapters. This book looks fantastic! I can't wait to really get deep within the story.

[Eliott · Rating 2 out of 5]

I received this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.


As anyone following me knows, I seriously disliked this book. Part of it was probably because it's too old for me (if that makes sense). Another part was story itself. And another was the writing style.

Seeing as I'm still a teenager, I couldn't relate at all to the hardships the characters faced as adults, which is probably why I found the story to be painfully boring. I didn't think it was very interesting, and the characters bothered me for the most part (I started liking Topaz and Naomi when they grew some balls and stood up for themselves)

Onto the writing style. It really annoyed me. There were commas where commas shouldn't be, and no commas where the should be. I don't like the way Marquette worded everything. To me, it just didn't flow. I especially disliked how, when someone was think about something, they would pause, say "Yes," then continue their thought. (I didn't explain that very well, but if you read the book, you'll know what I mean)

Despite all of that, there are some things I liked about Rebuke. I really enjoyed the last few chapters. They were sweet and touching, and I almost cried (almost).

As I said above, I liked Topaz and Naomi after they grew a pair. Topaz doing everything her father told her to without question was annoying. And Naomi in her ghost like state just pissed me off.

Rant/review is finished. And I think it's safe to say my followers/friends are happy I'm finally finished this book, so they don't have to put up with me complaining anymore..