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Better Late Than Never
Kenzie is just starting to get her life on the right path. She recently accepted the love of Jesus Christ into her heart and is committed to being a living testimony to the power and love of God. She just needs to be baptized to make her spiritual transformation complete...but there's one problem.
She's terrified of water from a traumatic experience.
As she embarks on her journey, she encounters Karl, a man who has everything to offer—including a serious commitment to Christianity.
Can Kenzie overcome her fear in time to be Karl's help meet? Or will her struggle keep her from finding true, divine love?
She's terrified of water from a traumatic experience.
As she embarks on her journey, she encounters Karl, a man who has everything to offer—including a serious commitment to Christianity.
Can Kenzie overcome her fear in time to be Karl's help meet? Or will her struggle keep her from finding true, divine love?
171 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 19, 2023
About the author
Neesh Santiago
24 books36 followersNeesh Santiago is an author, rapper, spoken word artist, Bible teacher, and faith-based entrepreneur. She was born and raised in Springfield, Massachusetts. Neesh has been rapping and writing since her early teens and has participated in numerous open mics, competitions, and more, including winning the first place prize at her Alma Mater, American International College's talent show in 2008. Her debut album, Forever Changed, was released in 2022 with much more to come. Her debut novel series, "Better Late Than Never" is the first, but certainly not the last story that will demonstrate Neesh's mission of "Penning Truth To Power" through Christian fiction and nonfiction books.
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June 10, 2023
Kenzie … Girl!
Once I started reading Kenzie’s story, I had to see how it ended. The break down of baptism and how she fought for her own understanding was awesome. This is a great read.
Once I started reading Kenzie’s story, I had to see how it ended. The break down of baptism and how she fought for her own understanding was awesome. This is a great read.
July 19, 2026
Kenzie and Karl for the win!
Love, love, love Neesh’s work! Love that her characters are fully developed and have a desire to know Christ. I love the coincidences aka the God-cidences. This was absolutely beautiful, from their relationship to Kenzie’s deliverance. Amen!
Love, love, love Neesh’s work! Love that her characters are fully developed and have a desire to know Christ. I love the coincidences aka the God-cidences. This was absolutely beautiful, from their relationship to Kenzie’s deliverance. Amen!
June 20, 2023
Finally, A Genuine Romance
WOW! I’m pleasantly surprised by “Better Late Than Never: An African American Christian Romance”. I glad a stumbled upon this Christian author’s work. However, I initially had reservations to proceed b beyond the first chapter: three couples, three girlfriends, one single friend & four different denominations …🤦🏾♀️🫣⁉️But so glad I reserved my judgments (as I shouted at Zena, girl you’re as wrong as two left shoes 🤣😂)and persevered too the end. Ms Santiago did an excellent job with storyline continuity, plot & character respectable development. 👏🏽👏🏾👏🏿💐‼️..a genuine christian (“quickie, again Karl🫤⁉️”) romance 🥰.
WOW! I’m pleasantly surprised by “Better Late Than Never: An African American Christian Romance”. I glad a stumbled upon this Christian author’s work. However, I initially had reservations to proceed b beyond the first chapter: three couples, three girlfriends, one single friend & four different denominations …🤦🏾♀️🫣⁉️But so glad I reserved my judgments (as I shouted at Zena, girl you’re as wrong as two left shoes 🤣😂)and persevered too the end. Ms Santiago did an excellent job with storyline continuity, plot & character respectable development. 👏🏽👏🏾👏🏿💐‼️..a genuine christian (“quickie, again Karl🫤⁉️”) romance 🥰.
November 18, 2023
LOVED This!
I absolutely loved this story. Kenzie's quest for a relationship with a man and even more so for a deeper relationship with God was a righteous journey.
I was teary-eyed through most of the book - sometimes with sadness but mostly with joy as she searched for answers and understanding.
Neesh did an amazing job of conveying how the Bible can be misinterpreted or taken out of context to prove someone's point.
I recently discovered this author via her book 'Pray For Me' and I am absolutely blown away by her work. I'm just disappointed she hasn't written more!! I am already following Neesh and looking forward to whatever comes next.
Awesome job, Ms. Santiago 👏
I absolutely loved this story. Kenzie's quest for a relationship with a man and even more so for a deeper relationship with God was a righteous journey.
I was teary-eyed through most of the book - sometimes with sadness but mostly with joy as she searched for answers and understanding.
Neesh did an amazing job of conveying how the Bible can be misinterpreted or taken out of context to prove someone's point.
I recently discovered this author via her book 'Pray For Me' and I am absolutely blown away by her work. I'm just disappointed she hasn't written more!! I am already following Neesh and looking forward to whatever comes next.
Awesome job, Ms. Santiago 👏
May 17, 2024
Kenzie the 7th wheel all her friends are married and are parents or becoming parents. See feels like she is behind in life but she is trust God to turn that around for her. Kenzie is battling a fear for water , she almost drowned once and with the desire of being Baptist how will can she fulfill her goal.
Great story and teaching nugget on baptism and the importance as a believer.
Worth the read!
Great story and teaching nugget on baptism and the importance as a believer.
Worth the read!
March 2, 2025
In Time
The story of Karl and Kenzie shows that digging deeper gives you more. With Kenzie’s fear it caused her to really pursue the scriptures in a quest to totally understand how to couple her desire to be baptized. In relation to Karl, giving him a chance to explain himself led to a better understanding of his situation. Really enjoyed their walk. Looking forward to the continuation of their story.
The story of Karl and Kenzie shows that digging deeper gives you more. With Kenzie’s fear it caused her to really pursue the scriptures in a quest to totally understand how to couple her desire to be baptized. In relation to Karl, giving him a chance to explain himself led to a better understanding of his situation. Really enjoyed their walk. Looking forward to the continuation of their story.
May 24, 2023
This Right Here!
What a great new book and author that author She Nell recommended and introduced me to! Neesh Santiago, to answer your question at the end, I was certainly hoping that it wasn’t the end😂I thoroughly enjoyed your book and I’m looking forward to the next book and I definitely recommend this book!
What a great new book and author that author She Nell recommended and introduced me to! Neesh Santiago, to answer your question at the end, I was certainly hoping that it wasn’t the end😂I thoroughly enjoyed your book and I’m looking forward to the next book and I definitely recommend this book!
August 31, 2023
super cute & has ACTUAL scripture
This was my first Christian romance and I was pleasantly surprised. Plus there being dialogue about scripture. Yeah honey I’m about to open the serving book
This was my first Christian romance and I was pleasantly surprised. Plus there being dialogue about scripture. Yeah honey I’m about to open the serving book
September 8, 2024
Always on time
Enjoyed this story about waiting for the right one and seeking the truth and overcoming your fears
Author did a great job covering all these topics while including the love story of Karl and Kenzie
There is a Part 2 but Part 1 ends on a positive note
On to Part 2
Enjoyed this story about waiting for the right one and seeking the truth and overcoming your fears
Author did a great job covering all these topics while including the love story of Karl and Kenzie
There is a Part 2 but Part 1 ends on a positive note
On to Part 2
May 15, 2026
I like that Karl and Kenzie met each other on a dating app but took things slow to get to know each other. I had a feeling that he was going to propose to her at the Sox month mark like he did with his ex-wife.
June 1, 2026
3.25
Christian Based Romance
Main character Kenzie was relatable. There’s one friend she has that sometimes had me giving her the side eye. Overall I enjoyed the sisterhood and I giggled a lot when it came to the romance between Kenzie and Karl.
Christian Based Romance
Main character Kenzie was relatable. There’s one friend she has that sometimes had me giving her the side eye. Overall I enjoyed the sisterhood and I giggled a lot when it came to the romance between Kenzie and Karl.
July 5, 2023
Better late than never
This was a refreshing story . it's always good to study to show thine self approved .this was definitely a interesting journey .
This was a refreshing story . it's always good to study to show thine self approved .this was definitely a interesting journey .
July 7, 2023
excellent book
Excellent book I like the way the story flowed seamlessly. I loved the twist and the terms. I also love the ending, and I am anticipating part two.
Excellent book I like the way the story flowed seamlessly. I loved the twist and the terms. I also love the ending, and I am anticipating part two.
July 9, 2023
Kenzie & Karl. Kenzie is in a desperate search for answers about baptism. Is her salvation complete or is she unsaved? If baptism is required for salvation how can she complete her walk because she is afraid of water. So afraid that she even a tub of water makes her fearful. How can she overcome that? Kenzie met Karl from a dating App. Can he be the man that can help her from being the 7th wheel since her best girlfriends are all married.
September 19, 2025
Yaasss Lord yes!
What an amazing story that emphasizes reading God's Word in total and context. I enjoyed the story! The clarification and simplification of baptism was pleasantly expressed!
What an amazing story that emphasizes reading God's Word in total and context. I enjoyed the story! The clarification and simplification of baptism was pleasantly expressed!
February 15, 2026
Nice
This was a very interesting read. Several questions or conflicts mirror several I have had. Loved the main characters. Highly recommend.
This was a very interesting read. Several questions or conflicts mirror several I have had. Loved the main characters. Highly recommend.
August 10, 2026
This was a nice clean read. I like the way the author explained real bible information. Kenzie and Karl coming together made me smile.
September 7, 2024
Delightful
I’d picked this up and was delighted to read well written Christian fiction. I liked the characters and the story was straight forward but interesting! Can’t wait to read more from this author.
I’d picked this up and was delighted to read well written Christian fiction. I liked the characters and the story was straight forward but interesting! Can’t wait to read more from this author.
September 7, 2026
Kenzie has recently given her life to Christ and wants to grow in her relationship with God, but she's struggling with the idea of baptism because of a traumatic experience that left her terrified of water.
I liked that the story showed Kenzie asking questions about her faith instead of simply accepting everything people told her. Her fear of being baptized caused her to question what it meant for her salvation, and I appreciated seeing her search for answers and learn more about Scripture for herself.
Then there's Karl, who Kenzie meets while looking for love. I enjoyed seeing their relationship develop while they tried to keep God at the center of it. Their story showed the importance of being with someone who shares your faith and can encourage your spiritual growth rather than pull you away from it.
It was a sweet story about overcoming fear, growing spiritually, finding love, and learning that part of having faith is seeking God and understanding His Word for yourself.
I liked that the story showed Kenzie asking questions about her faith instead of simply accepting everything people told her. Her fear of being baptized caused her to question what it meant for her salvation, and I appreciated seeing her search for answers and learn more about Scripture for herself.
Then there's Karl, who Kenzie meets while looking for love. I enjoyed seeing their relationship develop while they tried to keep God at the center of it. Their story showed the importance of being with someone who shares your faith and can encourage your spiritual growth rather than pull you away from it.
It was a sweet story about overcoming fear, growing spiritually, finding love, and learning that part of having faith is seeking God and understanding His Word for yourself.
July 1, 2023
Zena Christian behind made me want to pull my hair out.
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