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Color Me Blind: A Divine Love Story
Meet Blake and Jasmine. They have been friends since they were two years old. Nothing has ever been able to come between them not even the difference in their skin color. Blake’s young life is hit with opposition at the hands of his abusive father, Frank, at the mere age of nine. He still refuses to give up his friendship with Jasmine because she’s the reason he was able to conquer the effects of his abuse.
Frank is not the only one who has a problem with their friendship. Jasmine’s mother, Vanessa is also not a fan but her resistance is a bit more subtle. By the time Blake and Jasmine make it to college Vanessa’s wish seems to be granted until Jasmine is knocked down by life and bad choices. Blake and Jasmine meet four friends that quickly become family even though each one of them is a different nationality.
Blake and Jasmine’s families scramble to keep their skeletons from talking by using hatred, abuse and deception to silence them. When life and death stand face to face the collateral damage left behind will reveal what truly lies in each of their hearts. Those caught in the cross-hairs of fate’s sniper will be powerless to stop it. Hard questions about love, hate, right, wrong, free will and divine order will refuse to go unanswered. If they limit love due to their own prejudices they will never release their families from pasts that have haunted and tormented them for decades.
Dr. Sheridan Richards (Surviving Sunday) is called on to try and make sense of this family’s secrets. Can she help them heal and move forward in the destiny that God has for them? She will have to face her own ugly truths about issues she didn’t even know once she allows these strangers into her office in order to correctly respond to the madness that awaits her on Monday.
Frank is not the only one who has a problem with their friendship. Jasmine’s mother, Vanessa is also not a fan but her resistance is a bit more subtle. By the time Blake and Jasmine make it to college Vanessa’s wish seems to be granted until Jasmine is knocked down by life and bad choices. Blake and Jasmine meet four friends that quickly become family even though each one of them is a different nationality.
Blake and Jasmine’s families scramble to keep their skeletons from talking by using hatred, abuse and deception to silence them. When life and death stand face to face the collateral damage left behind will reveal what truly lies in each of their hearts. Those caught in the cross-hairs of fate’s sniper will be powerless to stop it. Hard questions about love, hate, right, wrong, free will and divine order will refuse to go unanswered. If they limit love due to their own prejudices they will never release their families from pasts that have haunted and tormented them for decades.
Dr. Sheridan Richards (Surviving Sunday) is called on to try and make sense of this family’s secrets. Can she help them heal and move forward in the destiny that God has for them? She will have to face her own ugly truths about issues she didn’t even know once she allows these strangers into her office in order to correctly respond to the madness that awaits her on Monday.
- GenresChristian
365 pages, Paperback
First published May 1, 2013
26 people are currently reading
366 people want to read
About the author
Melinda Michelle
71 books71 followersWhen you pick up a book by Melinda Michelle you should expect for your eyes to be opened, your heart to race, your emotions to rise and your faith to be taken up a notch. Purpose is her passion and with that passion she weaves a story about the matchless power of the Almighty God through the written word by the guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is her desire to awaken the Body of Christ to not only the power that they have, but the knowledge that they truly wrestle not against flesh and blood.
Gwendolyn Melinda Michelle Evans (GMME) is a Florida native. She was born in Jacksonville and raised in Sanford. Reading has been a part of her life from a very young age. Growing up in a family of avid readers exposed her to various genres of writing creating an eclectic taste in books.
Graduating from the university on the highest of seven hills, Florida A&M University, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. She also holds an MBA with a concentration in Finance and Accounting from American Intercontinental University. For nine years she worked for financial institutions before deciding to step out on faith and write full time. She is the owner and founder of Global Multi Media Enterprises (GMME), a freelance writing, publishing and media company. She currently resides in Tallahassee, Florida.
Melinda’s stories are designed to connect with Christians, but it is her desire to connect to anyone who likes to read. Her stories are designed to captivate the reader with powerful testimonies about God.
Gwendolyn Melinda Michelle Evans (GMME) is a Florida native. She was born in Jacksonville and raised in Sanford. Reading has been a part of her life from a very young age. Growing up in a family of avid readers exposed her to various genres of writing creating an eclectic taste in books.
Graduating from the university on the highest of seven hills, Florida A&M University, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. She also holds an MBA with a concentration in Finance and Accounting from American Intercontinental University. For nine years she worked for financial institutions before deciding to step out on faith and write full time. She is the owner and founder of Global Multi Media Enterprises (GMME), a freelance writing, publishing and media company. She currently resides in Tallahassee, Florida.
Melinda’s stories are designed to connect with Christians, but it is her desire to connect to anyone who likes to read. Her stories are designed to captivate the reader with powerful testimonies about God.
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February 3, 2026
Every now and then you come across a novel that will make you experience every emotion you have. Color Me Blind is that kind of novel. The author did an excellent job of exploring controversial topics that will make you take a look at yourself. We need to delve into your own thoughts and beliefs to address what is buried deep inside all of us. The tact in which Melinda Michelle showed in addressing issues such as interracial relationships, race, abuse, love and hatred is paramount. Color Me Blind is an excellent read for any book club looking to create an open dialogue about issues taking place in the world today. Warning, reading this will open wounds, expose your deepest kept secrets and cause you to be honest with yourself. In the end, it will be well worth it in order to head down the path of true healing.
March 27, 2018
Color Me Blind
A well written story that covers so much. It deals with issues such as forgiveness, embracing God’s love, family, race/racism, prejudices/perceptions, injustices, abuse, rape, abortion, interracial marriage and healing. I love the way you see how God is all up in this relatable story.
We meet some characters that we love and some we hate. But I think my favorite is Nurse Ashley- she makes her appearance with her observation and message and just disappears.
The most somber moment was at the family intervention where everybody drops emotional bombs that leaves everybody in tears.
A well written story that covers so much. It deals with issues such as forgiveness, embracing God’s love, family, race/racism, prejudices/perceptions, injustices, abuse, rape, abortion, interracial marriage and healing. I love the way you see how God is all up in this relatable story.
We meet some characters that we love and some we hate. But I think my favorite is Nurse Ashley- she makes her appearance with her observation and message and just disappears.
The most somber moment was at the family intervention where everybody drops emotional bombs that leaves everybody in tears.
February 14, 2015
Wonderful read
Makes you stop and take a look at yourself. Love is a beautiful. We are all God's children and He loves us and and we should love one another the way He loves us.
Makes you stop and take a look at yourself. Love is a beautiful. We are all God's children and He loves us and and we should love one another the way He loves us.
August 14, 2015
This was a first read from this author, but it won't be my last. Such a great story of two individuals who have known each other since they were 9 years old. I love romance stories like this.
December 29, 2014
A must read!
This is my first time ever reading a story by Melinda Michelle and it certainly will not be my last. She touched on so many parts of life that I could easily relate. As parents, we strive to bring our children up a little different than how we were raised. So to see how Jasmine and friends grew up reminded me of how my children were raised and how well they get along with other races and can embrace their cultural differences. To see these children maintain a friendship like no other really touched my heart and it really gave an example of what equally yoked truly means.
This is my first time ever reading a story by Melinda Michelle and it certainly will not be my last. She touched on so many parts of life that I could easily relate. As parents, we strive to bring our children up a little different than how we were raised. So to see how Jasmine and friends grew up reminded me of how my children were raised and how well they get along with other races and can embrace their cultural differences. To see these children maintain a friendship like no other really touched my heart and it really gave an example of what equally yoked truly means.
April 27, 2015
A Great Read! It has been a long time coming, but I finally met Blake and Jasmine in “Color Me Blind.” Better than that, I thoroughly enjoyed this emotional love story. Thanks, Melinda Michelle for an inspiring love story...and so much more.
This love story is filled with interesting and colorful characters. Melinda Michelle did an excellent job addressing many of the issues surrounding interracial relationships. It would be great to see what happens next with Blake and Jasmine. Well worth reading! Great job!
This love story is filled with interesting and colorful characters. Melinda Michelle did an excellent job addressing many of the issues surrounding interracial relationships. It would be great to see what happens next with Blake and Jasmine. Well worth reading! Great job!
December 16, 2016
This is an excellent story written about racism, friends, love, betrayal and family. The friends and family in this book all face some similar challenges in their lives over the years but will they overcome them.
I love the characters in this book. I could connect with them. The storyline was great because it is what so many are dealing with in society today.
Great job Melinda Michelle! You brought out so many different situations that will make one reevaluate their way of thinking when dealing with other races.
I love the characters in this book. I could connect with them. The storyline was great because it is what so many are dealing with in society today.
Great job Melinda Michelle! You brought out so many different situations that will make one reevaluate their way of thinking when dealing with other races.
May 15, 2013
A must read. If you are dealing with issues on love and the effect it has on others this is the book for you. Color Me Blind made an lasting memory on my life. I believe God lead the Auhor on a journey, to let his people know we must love one another no matter of the color, status, position, or title. I was blessed, and renewed afer I finished this book. Get your copy today!!
May 31, 2013
Color Me Blind
Melinda Michelle
I won this book on Goodreads
A love story of two friends that are always together, abuse, abortion, illness , and the loss of a friend gives them the understanding of what the truth is between them. Jasmine is of another race then Blake but will it really matter in the heart.....
Melinda Michelle
I won this book on Goodreads
A love story of two friends that are always together, abuse, abortion, illness , and the loss of a friend gives them the understanding of what the truth is between them. Jasmine is of another race then Blake but will it really matter in the heart.....
June 21, 2018
Timely Story
The themes in this book are relevant especially given the climate we live in today. Forgiveness. Dealing with racial issues. Family. Unity. It's all woven into this well-written novel. I absolutely loved this story and am looking forward to the sequel.
The themes in this book are relevant especially given the climate we live in today. Forgiveness. Dealing with racial issues. Family. Unity. It's all woven into this well-written novel. I absolutely loved this story and am looking forward to the sequel.
July 10, 2017
Another Great book by Melinda!!! This book made you want to fight a couple people and showed you that holding on to the past can ruin your future. It takes you on a journey and at times brings you to tears. A wonderful read that I wouldn't mind reading again!
July 20, 2013
Great read, full of colorful characters...
May 14, 2020
We should all be color blind
I really feel God leads us to make the right decisions in our lives. Decisions we make are on our shoulders. If we were all color blind our world might be a happier place.
I find it easier to make my own mind up when I meet new people instead of a preconcieved idea of how I should feel based on the color of someones skin. We are all human beings and should be allowed our own beliefs and experiences.
I have taught my children and grandchildren to be respectful of all people and treat others as they wish to be treated.
I loved this book, be careful not to judge others as we do not know their whole story.
I really feel God leads us to make the right decisions in our lives. Decisions we make are on our shoulders. If we were all color blind our world might be a happier place.
I find it easier to make my own mind up when I meet new people instead of a preconcieved idea of how I should feel based on the color of someones skin. We are all human beings and should be allowed our own beliefs and experiences.
I have taught my children and grandchildren to be respectful of all people and treat others as they wish to be treated.
I loved this book, be careful not to judge others as we do not know their whole story.
December 4, 2016
A fantastic story that takes a no-holds-barred look at racism and prejudice, and demonstrates unequivocally how unconditional love in Christ Jesus crosses all boundaries and breaks all barriers down. I admire Melinda for writing this, and pray that many will read this book and take a hard look at themselves.
May 24, 2018
Color me blind was truly a divine read. Very well written and kept my attention until the end. I love it when I can see myself in one of the characters and I love it when I can't put the book down until I'm done. Yes, a very good read!
December 27, 2018
This was an audio book I got on audible. It was a touching story. I didn't like the language used when the main charachter was professing to be a Christian, but overall I liked the book.
January 3, 2021
I really tried to finish this book, but the sexual inneundos and talk throughout finally got me to stop reading.
August 19, 2016
Has the framework of a great novel
The idea of this book is a great one. A bwwm Christian novel?! That's right up my alley and a welcome change to the plethora of billionaire baby IR books that unfortunately dominate! And I think with some editing and refinement this could've been a great read.
But I feel like it had a lot of unnecessary plotlines that come out of nowhere and random characters and relationships that appeared with no explanation or development.
I understand that this is probably going to be a series but the main characters didn't get together until well over the halfway mark. And that's after reading the many repetitive chapters about how Jasmine and Blake couldn't see each other as a anything other than platonic. But then she cuts her hair and she sees him without a shirt and they're suddenly in love? I found myself skipping over a lot.
And the way they treated their significant others before they got together really made it difficult for me to root for them. They're self-righteous behavior had me rolling me eyes.
All in all it was an ok read but I don't know if I would recommend it to anyone.
The idea of this book is a great one. A bwwm Christian novel?! That's right up my alley and a welcome change to the plethora of billionaire baby IR books that unfortunately dominate! And I think with some editing and refinement this could've been a great read.
But I feel like it had a lot of unnecessary plotlines that come out of nowhere and random characters and relationships that appeared with no explanation or development.
I understand that this is probably going to be a series but the main characters didn't get together until well over the halfway mark. And that's after reading the many repetitive chapters about how Jasmine and Blake couldn't see each other as a anything other than platonic. But then she cuts her hair and she sees him without a shirt and they're suddenly in love? I found myself skipping over a lot.
And the way they treated their significant others before they got together really made it difficult for me to root for them. They're self-righteous behavior had me rolling me eyes.
All in all it was an ok read but I don't know if I would recommend it to anyone.
December 29, 2016
Emotional
Really good read. I did have to put it down several times because the emotion of it chocked me up. The book will jump right into your soul and move you. Very touching, very real, and absolutely beautiful.
Really good read. I did have to put it down several times because the emotion of it chocked me up. The book will jump right into your soul and move you. Very touching, very real, and absolutely beautiful.
November 13, 2016
Wow
This was not only a love story that began as a true innocent friendship. It makes you realize that God has a divine plan for us you just have to listen.
This was not only a love story that began as a true innocent friendship. It makes you realize that God has a divine plan for us you just have to listen.
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