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Betrayed
Dave Mitchell's family is shaken to its core when an illicit affair with his secretary, a woman twenty years his junior, results in a pregnancy. Dave has fervently sought redemption from God, but his troubles are far from over.
His wife, Madeline, vows never to forgive him for selfishly destroying their family. Constant images of betrayal shove Madeline into divorce court, where the division of property ignites a nasty battle over the controlling interest in DMI, the multi-million dollar family business. She wants more than Dave can give and refuses to settle for less than thirteen years of marriage warrants. Madeline is determined not to lose again. Although the marriage is over, their professional bond can't be broken. She ends up with a seat on the board of directors and an executive office down the hall from Dave.
Once the dust settles and the divorce is finalized, Dave accepts the consequences of his decision as irrevocable. His family is gone, but he remains certain that God has a plan for him and DMI. He's prepared to move on, but Madeline is enraged by Dave's persistent sense of peace and his ongoing connection with Sherry, the woman who ruined their lives. Madeline becomes unhinged, tormented by her pain, and obsessed with righting a terrible wrong.
In the midst of all this chaos, Dave and Madeline's children are suffering. When an unspeakable tragedy occurs, they're forced to look at their individual contributions to this web of drama. Unless the Mitchell family learns the true meaning of unconditional love, the power of forgiveness, and God's amazing grace, they could be stuck on this tragic path for years to come.
His wife, Madeline, vows never to forgive him for selfishly destroying their family. Constant images of betrayal shove Madeline into divorce court, where the division of property ignites a nasty battle over the controlling interest in DMI, the multi-million dollar family business. She wants more than Dave can give and refuses to settle for less than thirteen years of marriage warrants. Madeline is determined not to lose again. Although the marriage is over, their professional bond can't be broken. She ends up with a seat on the board of directors and an executive office down the hall from Dave.
Once the dust settles and the divorce is finalized, Dave accepts the consequences of his decision as irrevocable. His family is gone, but he remains certain that God has a plan for him and DMI. He's prepared to move on, but Madeline is enraged by Dave's persistent sense of peace and his ongoing connection with Sherry, the woman who ruined their lives. Madeline becomes unhinged, tormented by her pain, and obsessed with righting a terrible wrong.
In the midst of all this chaos, Dave and Madeline's children are suffering. When an unspeakable tragedy occurs, they're forced to look at their individual contributions to this web of drama. Unless the Mitchell family learns the true meaning of unconditional love, the power of forgiveness, and God's amazing grace, they could be stuck on this tragic path for years to come.
- GenresChristian Fiction
333 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2013
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About the author
Patricia Haley
32 books55 followersPatricia Haley, an award winning national bestselling author, earned the title of ‘trailblazer’ after achieving remarkable success with her first faith-based novel. She self-published her debut novel, Nobody's Perfect, in 1998 and immediately sold nearly 20,000 copies in an industry where selling 5,000 copies at the time was highly regarded. The novel was the first of its kind to repeatedly make numerous national best sellers list, including #1 on the Essence (national African-American) list. Her next book, No Regrets, was popular among readers and followed Nobody’s Perfect onto the best seller’s list.
Originally from Rockford, IL, Patricia now lives in Pennsylvania with her husband, Jeffrey and their daughter. With an engineering degree from Stanford Univ. and an M.B.A. in marketing and finance from the Univ. of Chicago, readers are often surprised to hear that Patricia is writing novels, given her technical and business background.
When asked what led her to writing, her response is, "I was always good at creative writing in high school, but my interest was in math and science. I wasn't big on writing classes in college either. Engineering and graduating in four years was my primary focus. In the 90s, I went through a time of personal challenge. Writing became an unexpected tool of therapy. My first attempt at writing was a non-fiction (self-help) book. I got about halfway through it in 1994 and stopped. I set the book aside because a relationship storyline kept playing in my head. So I just sat down one day and wrote the first page. A few weeks later, another page and so on until nine months later I had completed my first novel, Nobody's Perfect. I questioned whether it could be any good, because the writing came very easily. Everything flowed so well. Without consciously trying, I was basically writing what I wanted to read and wasn't able to find in the stores -- clean fiction (without the sex and profanity), set in modern day, addressing real issues, and filled with a spiritual twist that honors God and gives people hope that they can get through their tough times. Everybody is bound to have at least one challenge in their life. "In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." - John 16:33 (NIV Holy Bible). My writing is intended to remind people of the hope and peace that come from personally knowing Christ Jesus. I knew God had called and equipped me to write from the beginning. However, I realized in 2007 that God called me to write not for the sake of becoming a career author, but for the explicit purpose of encouraging others through motivational speaking, one-on-one mentoring, writing workshops, and of course the messages in my books. So writing is my gift and encouraging others is my purpose. In case you're wondering what is the difference between the two, gifts, talents, and strengths are the tools you're given to help fulfill your purpose."
Her published titles are Chosen (2009), Destined (2010), Let Sleeping Dogs Lie (nominated Best Inspirational Fiction of 2006), Still Waters, No Regrets, Blind Faith, short stories in Blessed Assurance and the Midnight Clear anthologies, and her trailblazing bestselling first novel, Nobody's Perfect (1998), which is currently out of print. Her future plans include releasing a revised as well as a sequel.
Beyond her literary endeavors, she is a born-again believer in Christ Jesus and has a great love for the Lord, her beloved husband, daughter, family, and membership in Delta Sigma Theta Public Service Sorority, Inc., where she previously served as Chaplain in the Valley Forge Alumnae Chapter as well as a past committee chairperson. She is honored to be a charter member of both the Omicron Chi Collegiate chapter at Stanford University and the Schaumburg-Hoffman Estates (IL) Alumnae Chapter. Patricia spends part of her time working in Corporate America as a project manager. Formerly a member of the gospel choir, building committ
Originally from Rockford, IL, Patricia now lives in Pennsylvania with her husband, Jeffrey and their daughter. With an engineering degree from Stanford Univ. and an M.B.A. in marketing and finance from the Univ. of Chicago, readers are often surprised to hear that Patricia is writing novels, given her technical and business background.
When asked what led her to writing, her response is, "I was always good at creative writing in high school, but my interest was in math and science. I wasn't big on writing classes in college either. Engineering and graduating in four years was my primary focus. In the 90s, I went through a time of personal challenge. Writing became an unexpected tool of therapy. My first attempt at writing was a non-fiction (self-help) book. I got about halfway through it in 1994 and stopped. I set the book aside because a relationship storyline kept playing in my head. So I just sat down one day and wrote the first page. A few weeks later, another page and so on until nine months later I had completed my first novel, Nobody's Perfect. I questioned whether it could be any good, because the writing came very easily. Everything flowed so well. Without consciously trying, I was basically writing what I wanted to read and wasn't able to find in the stores -- clean fiction (without the sex and profanity), set in modern day, addressing real issues, and filled with a spiritual twist that honors God and gives people hope that they can get through their tough times. Everybody is bound to have at least one challenge in their life. "In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." - John 16:33 (NIV Holy Bible). My writing is intended to remind people of the hope and peace that come from personally knowing Christ Jesus. I knew God had called and equipped me to write from the beginning. However, I realized in 2007 that God called me to write not for the sake of becoming a career author, but for the explicit purpose of encouraging others through motivational speaking, one-on-one mentoring, writing workshops, and of course the messages in my books. So writing is my gift and encouraging others is my purpose. In case you're wondering what is the difference between the two, gifts, talents, and strengths are the tools you're given to help fulfill your purpose."
Her published titles are Chosen (2009), Destined (2010), Let Sleeping Dogs Lie (nominated Best Inspirational Fiction of 2006), Still Waters, No Regrets, Blind Faith, short stories in Blessed Assurance and the Midnight Clear anthologies, and her trailblazing bestselling first novel, Nobody's Perfect (1998), which is currently out of print. Her future plans include releasing a revised as well as a sequel.
Beyond her literary endeavors, she is a born-again believer in Christ Jesus and has a great love for the Lord, her beloved husband, daughter, family, and membership in Delta Sigma Theta Public Service Sorority, Inc., where she previously served as Chaplain in the Valley Forge Alumnae Chapter as well as a past committee chairperson. She is honored to be a charter member of both the Omicron Chi Collegiate chapter at Stanford University and the Schaumburg-Hoffman Estates (IL) Alumnae Chapter. Patricia spends part of her time working in Corporate America as a project manager. Formerly a member of the gospel choir, building committ
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May 25, 2015
If you sin, then ask God's forgiveness but return to that sin are there consequences for your actions? This was a very good and interesting read. Dave was irritating and his naivety was frustrating. I could not believe his treatment of his children. I wanted to feel compassion for Sherry but I couldn't. Stepping into someone's life and disrupting a family will never have a positive outcome. I think the adults were selfish and and often a bit negligent. The book really gave insight on the consequences of our actions and bad decisions. The forgiveness of sin is possible and plausible and sometimes required but forgives does not prevent one from experiencing the fall out or aftermath of poor judgement and sinful decisions.
March 15, 2015
Dave and Sherry snuck around and cheated that was the. Winking of the downfall of the Mitchell household. When Dave's best friend Jonathan died, Dave adopted his son Andre. Madeline chose to divorce Dave and the children stayed with her. Dave is so consumed with working at their company, DMI that he has no idea Andre is feeling left out, angry, and not a part of the family. Andre continuously has problems at school and when Madeline drops him off to stay with Dave and Sherry, Sherry doesn't want him there. Andre is eventually sent to boarding school, where the anger and resentment continues to fester. When he returns home, Sherry still doesn't want him there. Andre is so angry and Jealous of his sister Tamara he does an unspeakable act to her that damages her and gets him thrown in jail. DMI is taking a hit because of all the negative publicity. Dave puts Andre up in a hotel when he is released from prison while waiting for trial. When they come to the hotel they witness the unspeakable: two dead brothers. Andre and Sam. Who did it? And why? The sins of the father is revisited upon the sons. Read: March 2015
August 29, 2018
Wow
I have not been engrossed in a family as I am with the Mitchells! I did not see the ending coming. I can not imagine the pain of having to ensure what this family has gone through! I also admire the strength and emotion it took to write this book. I admire her skills and will continue with this series with new insight!
I have not been engrossed in a family as I am with the Mitchells! I did not see the ending coming. I can not imagine the pain of having to ensure what this family has gone through! I also admire the strength and emotion it took to write this book. I admire her skills and will continue with this series with new insight!
May 13, 2023
Excellent, makes you think about your choices and how they will effect your loved ones.
June 15, 2015
The beginning of the story is quite drawn out for my liking, hoping to get to the gist of it or the more interesting parts. I am about a third done with the book and will go halfway to see where this storyline is going...
The cover is quite intriguing.
I ask myself why did it rush and get good at the last 30 pages of the ebook version (243-275) when I read all the drawn out and slow periods in the novel earlier. But I am glad I made it until the end, or else I would've missed it. I wanted more when the scene happened to Tamara which was to be expected since it follows King David's successes and failures; aside from the term CRAZY being the energy to make Andre go there. I was giving a blank stare and read how abruptly this happened in 2 paragraphs (one was dialogue and other was short paragraph based on the tension of the word). Like the boy on "Home Alone" my mouth agape saying "NO!" for a long time.
If you like relational reads, then you will enjoy this for sure.
Leisure read 2015
(2.75, fairly decent read)
Adrienna Turner, Author of God is in the Equation
The cover is quite intriguing.
I ask myself why did it rush and get good at the last 30 pages of the ebook version (243-275) when I read all the drawn out and slow periods in the novel earlier. But I am glad I made it until the end, or else I would've missed it. I wanted more when the scene happened to Tamara which was to be expected since it follows King David's successes and failures; aside from the term CRAZY being the energy to make Andre go there. I was giving a blank stare and read how abruptly this happened in 2 paragraphs (one was dialogue and other was short paragraph based on the tension of the word). Like the boy on "Home Alone" my mouth agape saying "NO!" for a long time.
If you like relational reads, then you will enjoy this for sure.
Leisure read 2015
(2.75, fairly decent read)
Adrienna Turner, Author of God is in the Equation
March 15, 2017
Another trip through the Way Back machine to give us a look into the Mitchell family history.
The children are growing up, and Madeline has had it up to here with Dave's focus on work to the point where the children feel abandoned. She's still harboring resentment over Dave's adultery that led her to divorce him (and him not to contest it) and now he's married Sherry, the woman he cheated on Madeline with. Sherry lost their first baby, but now she's pregnant again, which makes Madeline furious. In her mind, Dave doesn't spend enough time with his children now- him adding one more with Sherry can only make things worse.
As Dave, Madeline, Sherry and Dave's brother Frank work together to keep DMI not only going but to become prosperous, the unthinkable happens. Can their family survive more drama, particularly when the culprit strikes from within?
Waiting eagerly for the saga to continue in the present day.
The children are growing up, and Madeline has had it up to here with Dave's focus on work to the point where the children feel abandoned. She's still harboring resentment over Dave's adultery that led her to divorce him (and him not to contest it) and now he's married Sherry, the woman he cheated on Madeline with. Sherry lost their first baby, but now she's pregnant again, which makes Madeline furious. In her mind, Dave doesn't spend enough time with his children now- him adding one more with Sherry can only make things worse.
As Dave, Madeline, Sherry and Dave's brother Frank work together to keep DMI not only going but to become prosperous, the unthinkable happens. Can their family survive more drama, particularly when the culprit strikes from within?
Waiting eagerly for the saga to continue in the present day.
July 10, 2014
What a surprise ending. Dave Mitchell a true picture of a contemporary African American version of King David. A very complicated and frustrating character who in spite of his short comings had a heart after God. At times I wanted to punch Dave right in the forehead. Sherry and Madeline drove me crazy as well but the depth of this story and the cause and effect of all their actions made this a page turner. The author kind of drags the story out but this book is still great. I read a lot of entertaining fiction which admittedly will not make me any wiser or better,but this book is different. It was a very sad story which pushed me to be a better parent, to be more forgiving of others, to not let work consume me, and to follow hard after God even though I fall short continuously. What a book and what an ending. I am reading this series in chronological order instead of the order that the author wrote them in and I think it is making this series more enjoyable for me.
May 9, 2013
O M G !! This woman can write! I've been waiting for this sequel since Anointed, and I was not disappointed. I don't think that I can adequately cover all that I loved about this book, so I'll just give a quick review. I loved reading about how everything went down. The other books in the series glossed over the family traumas without going in great detail, so I really enjoyed reading about how it all happened. I was dreading that one scene, but I made it through it okay, lol. Dave, Madeline, and Sherry were ALL self centered and they all contributed to this unfortunate ending. I'm really excited to read the next part now that I have more insight into the family as a whole.
October 13, 2015
A good read. I felt soo conflicted. I understood David's position, Madeline's position and paid no attention at all to Sherry (LOL). But one thing for sure......David never lost his faith. Even when he was being hit on every side and couldn't catch a break from either of his ex-wives or his business associates...he kept the faith. There was not ONE innocent person in this story, adults or kids. But for me, David handled himself the best. He reminded me of Job. Isn't that the kind of faith that we who are Christians should have?
I can't wait to read the next book in this series.
I can't wait to read the next book in this series.
August 29, 2013
I didn't expect this book to end in this manner. I am glad I read this book because this is where it all starts and tells about the Madeleine and Dave when they were married with little children. Oh, what a mess we can make out of our lives. Dave had it all wrong. If he was the man of God he professed to be, he should have placed God first, then his family, and everything else followed. The outcome of his family may have been different. The ending of this book was devastating!
May 22, 2013
Wow!!! Phenomenal. I can't wait for the next book. The "Pre-quells" have put the first couple books into greater perspective. Makes me want to go back and read them again. Beautiful modern day depiction of a biblical drama. Tragic but real.
March 9, 2015
The main character is impressive. He sounds a bit selfish but ver strong, detached and positive. When we have troubles this character might motivate us to think clearly by not getting influenced by situations and people. Madeline character is quite interesting and more realistic.
September 18, 2015
Awesome read!! Patricia gives a story without profanity or being a explicit and still delivers. This book will definitely make you think, as well as consider the consequences of your actions. However, I didn't expect the ending
April 3, 2016
Nice Continuation!!
Anointed left me wanting to know more about this family and Betrayed delivered way more than I expected to read. Plan to read the remaining books on the Mitchell family.....
Anointed left me wanting to know more about this family and Betrayed delivered way more than I expected to read. Plan to read the remaining books on the Mitchell family.....
October 21, 2013
Good plot, just drawn out. Could've ended sooner.
December 11, 2013
probably read it again since it seems to be part 2 oh well its so worth it !!
April 12, 2014
Overall this was a good book. I would have enjoyed it more if it wasn't a back story and I didn't already know what was next.
April 19, 2016
Self-righteous prick who didn't practice what he preached. Another selfish man benefiting from the misery he caused.
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