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Strong to the End: The Simple Service and Sudden Sacrifice of the Martyrs in Haiti
- GenresChristian
160 pages, Paperback
Published May 5, 2026
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David Lloyd
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April 17, 2026
About a month ago, my sweet friend Naomi asked me if I would be willing to read an advanced copy of “Strong to the End.” She warned me that it would be a hard read due to the evil killings of her daughter, Natalie, along with husband Davy and family friend Judes Montis.
Of course I said yes. It’s the most simple thing I could do to support their family and share their story.
Davy and Natalie’s story made international headlines in May 2024. I remember waking up the morning of Friday, May 24th for work. I was laying in bed scrolling Facebook when I came across Ben’s post. I read it two or three times trying to make sense of it.
Two young, beautiful, innocent missionaries who were barely starting their lives together as a married couple, dedicated to serving God and others. Murdered. Brutally. With no rhyme or reason. Of course it captured the attention and the hearts of the nation.
But behind the headlines were real stories. Real people. Real heartache. And most importantly, real Faith.
The book tells the stories of Davy, Natalie, and Judes. Individually and collectively. It shares the history of Haiti and the ongoing violence, while also shining a light on the hope of those still there, waiting to be free.
It was a hard read. I cried a couple times. I even laughed a couple times at the stories told. And I felt a sense of pride when I read of sweet little Natalie physically fighting back against the gangs trying to protect her husband.
Closing the book, I felt both the weight of grief and the quiet power of faith that runs through every page. I’m so grateful Naomi trusted me to read it, and even more grateful that the lives of Davy, Natalie, and Judes are being remembered in a way that points others toward hope, even in the darkest of days.
Of course I said yes. It’s the most simple thing I could do to support their family and share their story.
Davy and Natalie’s story made international headlines in May 2024. I remember waking up the morning of Friday, May 24th for work. I was laying in bed scrolling Facebook when I came across Ben’s post. I read it two or three times trying to make sense of it.
Two young, beautiful, innocent missionaries who were barely starting their lives together as a married couple, dedicated to serving God and others. Murdered. Brutally. With no rhyme or reason. Of course it captured the attention and the hearts of the nation.
But behind the headlines were real stories. Real people. Real heartache. And most importantly, real Faith.
The book tells the stories of Davy, Natalie, and Judes. Individually and collectively. It shares the history of Haiti and the ongoing violence, while also shining a light on the hope of those still there, waiting to be free.
It was a hard read. I cried a couple times. I even laughed a couple times at the stories told. And I felt a sense of pride when I read of sweet little Natalie physically fighting back against the gangs trying to protect her husband.
Closing the book, I felt both the weight of grief and the quiet power of faith that runs through every page. I’m so grateful Naomi trusted me to read it, and even more grateful that the lives of Davy, Natalie, and Judes are being remembered in a way that points others toward hope, even in the darkest of days.
May 10, 2026
A sobering, inspiring, and challenging read. And being about the same age as Davy and Natalie made it really hit harder... They were so on fire for God! Davy's life motto was I want to live life intentionally, in light of eternity. And that is just what he did. Such an inspiration! And I want to be more than inspired--I want to be intentional about living in light of eternity, too.
Review of advance copy received from Author
An amazing story of two young missionaries that will inspire, challenge, and encourage you’re faith. May we all strive to “live intentionally in light of eternity” -Davy Lloyd.
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