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Silver Lining
Ordained Minister Wanda B. Campbell (Illusions) serves up another strong story of loss and redemption sure to invoke a sense of joy and hope that no matter how bad things get, there's always a "silver lining."
?The "honeymoon glow" isn't even off blushing new bride Marlissa Scott-Jennings' face when the dark demons of inadequacy emerge from her past. The pressure of living a dream existence with prominent physician Kevin is a life she doesn't feel worthy of. So she soon finds solace in alcohol, which seems, to her, to quiet the insecurities of her soul. But her drinking and the behavior it sparks is ruining her marriage, and soon Kevin's had enough. . ..
?Leon Scott had everything a man could hope for—a beautiful wife, Starla, a loving family, a thriving business. But when his younger brother's murdered, the pain is unbearable, and he, like Marlissa, takes refuge in a bottle. It isn't long before he sabotages his business and his family life, even though his dearest wish is to get back on track again. An unlikely pair, Marlissa and Leon meet up one night and make a pact to work together to stay sober and win their loved ones back—even if Kevin and Starla seem to have moved on without them. . ..
?The "honeymoon glow" isn't even off blushing new bride Marlissa Scott-Jennings' face when the dark demons of inadequacy emerge from her past. The pressure of living a dream existence with prominent physician Kevin is a life she doesn't feel worthy of. So she soon finds solace in alcohol, which seems, to her, to quiet the insecurities of her soul. But her drinking and the behavior it sparks is ruining her marriage, and soon Kevin's had enough. . ..
?Leon Scott had everything a man could hope for—a beautiful wife, Starla, a loving family, a thriving business. But when his younger brother's murdered, the pain is unbearable, and he, like Marlissa, takes refuge in a bottle. It isn't long before he sabotages his business and his family life, even though his dearest wish is to get back on track again. An unlikely pair, Marlissa and Leon meet up one night and make a pact to work together to stay sober and win their loved ones back—even if Kevin and Starla seem to have moved on without them. . ..
304 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2011
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Wanda B. Campbell
20 books58 followersWanda B. Campbell is an extraordinary and talented writer who brings creativity, a new sense of hope, and restoration through the healing power of God to the Kingdom, by way of Christian fiction. She uses real life everyday issues to exhort, motivate, and give comfort.
Wanda B. Campbell believes there is nothing too hard for God and through His love and power, He can heal you in EVERY area you hurt. Wanda believes with God's help our darkest time can become our brightest moments. Her primary mission is to encourage everyone to experience the unfailing love of Christ. Wanda is not limited by race, age, sex, denomination or organization; believing the liberation that comes from Christ is free to all.
An avid reader since childhood, Wanda responded to the voices in her head and self-published her debut novel, First Sunday in October, January 2007. The novel gained national recognition and established her literary career.
Wanda B. Campbell's literary achievements include: Mommy's Present, a short story appearing in the anthology The Midnight Clear, November 2006, First Sunday in October, January 2007, Crusin for Christ I Short Story Contest winner with Illusions, which landed a multi-book deal with Urban Christian. Illusions, the novel, February 2009,Right Package, Wrong Baggage, August 2010, and Silver Lining, August 2011. Her fourth novel, Unresolved Issues, is scheduled for release August 2012.
Wanda is a two-time winner of the Urban Reviews Top Shelf Book Award, two-time winner of Coffee Time Romance’s Critical Review Award, and a three-time Black Expressions Book Club Bestselling Author. She has appeared on the BCNN1/BCBC National Bestselling List multiple times and was nominated at the 2011 African American Literary Awards Show in the Christian Fiction category.
In January 2010, Wanda launched Micah 6:8 Books, LLC (www.micah68books.com), a small publishing house dedicated to promoting words that edify the Kingdom. The company's first anthology, Home Again: Stories of Restored Relationships released November 2010 as was also nominated at the 2011 African American Literary Awards Show.
Wanda is a graduate of Castlemont High School , in Oakland , CA (Go Knights!) and Western Career College . In addition to building a career in healthcare, she completed Christian Ministry studies at the Leadership Institute at Allen Temple and is currently pursuing her Bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies.
Wanda is a mother of three and currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband of twenty-two years and two sons and enjoys spending time with her grandson. Her hobbies include writing and reading, traveling, and collecting magnets from around the world. Wanda is the self-proclaimed biggest Oakland A's fan.
Wanda B. Campbell believes there is nothing too hard for God and through His love and power, He can heal you in EVERY area you hurt. Wanda believes with God's help our darkest time can become our brightest moments. Her primary mission is to encourage everyone to experience the unfailing love of Christ. Wanda is not limited by race, age, sex, denomination or organization; believing the liberation that comes from Christ is free to all.
An avid reader since childhood, Wanda responded to the voices in her head and self-published her debut novel, First Sunday in October, January 2007. The novel gained national recognition and established her literary career.
Wanda B. Campbell's literary achievements include: Mommy's Present, a short story appearing in the anthology The Midnight Clear, November 2006, First Sunday in October, January 2007, Crusin for Christ I Short Story Contest winner with Illusions, which landed a multi-book deal with Urban Christian. Illusions, the novel, February 2009,Right Package, Wrong Baggage, August 2010, and Silver Lining, August 2011. Her fourth novel, Unresolved Issues, is scheduled for release August 2012.
Wanda is a two-time winner of the Urban Reviews Top Shelf Book Award, two-time winner of Coffee Time Romance’s Critical Review Award, and a three-time Black Expressions Book Club Bestselling Author. She has appeared on the BCNN1/BCBC National Bestselling List multiple times and was nominated at the 2011 African American Literary Awards Show in the Christian Fiction category.
In January 2010, Wanda launched Micah 6:8 Books, LLC (www.micah68books.com), a small publishing house dedicated to promoting words that edify the Kingdom. The company's first anthology, Home Again: Stories of Restored Relationships released November 2010 as was also nominated at the 2011 African American Literary Awards Show.
Wanda is a graduate of Castlemont High School , in Oakland , CA (Go Knights!) and Western Career College . In addition to building a career in healthcare, she completed Christian Ministry studies at the Leadership Institute at Allen Temple and is currently pursuing her Bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies.
Wanda is a mother of three and currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband of twenty-two years and two sons and enjoys spending time with her grandson. Her hobbies include writing and reading, traveling, and collecting magnets from around the world. Wanda is the self-proclaimed biggest Oakland A's fan.
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July 18, 2011
TO BE OR NOT TO BE? THAT IS THE QUESTION.
After reading two other books by Wanda B. Campbell, I must say, I had high expectations for this book also. I can say. . . . she delivered! I was looking for a story with characters that were believable and a good plot with emotions that made me feel as if I was there. Silver Lining gave me just that.
~ Oprah Winfrey said, “Be thankful for what you have: you’ll end up having more.” That was exactly the case with Marlissa Jennings and her friend Leon Scott. Events of the past affect the future in one way or another.
Marlissa was the wife of Dr. Kevin Jennings who she’d been separated from for over a year. It wasn’t Kevin’s fault they were separated and Marlissa knew this. She knew she had a handsome husband, nice home and a nice car but something was still missing. Leon Scott was on the same path of destruction until he crossed paths with Marlissa. Leon had a wife named Starla, two children and a thriving construction business. Marlissa and Leon brought each other out of darkness after they met in a club and got sloppy drunk together. This turned out to be a good thing for both of them because they became each other’s keeper.
Two years later, Marlissa and Leon were on a different path. The road of destruction was no more and now they had goals that they wanted to accomplish. Marlissa was facing divorce proceedings from Kevin and Leon needed to face Starla and two children who he left due to an addiction.
Now that Marlissa and Leon have gotten their acts together, will Kevin and Starla take them back? What will they have to go through in order to gain their spouses trust again? What about the in-laws and their thoughts? It turns out not to be as easy as it sounds. The drama that ensues from a few other people in their lives made the new goals a little more difficult to accomplish for Marlissa and Leon. I also have to mention that there were scenes that had me laughing out loud and talking to the book. The characters made me want to cheer them on but then there were events that just tore at my heart and had me in tears.
This was such an enjoyable read. I am looking forward to the next book from Mrs. Campbell.
Review by Sophia
This book was provided to me courtesy of the author for review purposes.
After reading two other books by Wanda B. Campbell, I must say, I had high expectations for this book also. I can say. . . . she delivered! I was looking for a story with characters that were believable and a good plot with emotions that made me feel as if I was there. Silver Lining gave me just that.
~ Oprah Winfrey said, “Be thankful for what you have: you’ll end up having more.” That was exactly the case with Marlissa Jennings and her friend Leon Scott. Events of the past affect the future in one way or another.
Marlissa was the wife of Dr. Kevin Jennings who she’d been separated from for over a year. It wasn’t Kevin’s fault they were separated and Marlissa knew this. She knew she had a handsome husband, nice home and a nice car but something was still missing. Leon Scott was on the same path of destruction until he crossed paths with Marlissa. Leon had a wife named Starla, two children and a thriving construction business. Marlissa and Leon brought each other out of darkness after they met in a club and got sloppy drunk together. This turned out to be a good thing for both of them because they became each other’s keeper.
Two years later, Marlissa and Leon were on a different path. The road of destruction was no more and now they had goals that they wanted to accomplish. Marlissa was facing divorce proceedings from Kevin and Leon needed to face Starla and two children who he left due to an addiction.
Now that Marlissa and Leon have gotten their acts together, will Kevin and Starla take them back? What will they have to go through in order to gain their spouses trust again? What about the in-laws and their thoughts? It turns out not to be as easy as it sounds. The drama that ensues from a few other people in their lives made the new goals a little more difficult to accomplish for Marlissa and Leon. I also have to mention that there were scenes that had me laughing out loud and talking to the book. The characters made me want to cheer them on but then there were events that just tore at my heart and had me in tears.
This was such an enjoyable read. I am looking forward to the next book from Mrs. Campbell.
Review by Sophia
This book was provided to me courtesy of the author for review purposes.
July 27, 2011
I have read "Illusions" and "Right Package Wrong Baggage' by the same author and I must say I absolutely enjoyed the principals shared in each of Campbell’s previous titles. 'Silver Lining' exceeded my expectation of good it was a wonderful read. The situations were ones I could relate to and the personality issues centered on control, self esteem, and trust were very true for many of our church leaders and congregants in the church today.
I ask this question; can a marriage be saved when one spouse checks out emotionally while the other is left with luggage filled with memories of unanswered questions, hurt and pain? Dr. Kevin Jennings sits patiently at the law office of Lightfoot & Stokes for his soon to be ex wife to arrive. After not seeing his wife in over a year Dr. Jennings is almost relieved to think Marlissa might not show up. But the good doctor is not so lucky on this day the receptionist just announced "Mrs. Jennings has arrived". What Kevin and his attorney expect from Marlissa is a far cry from the woman standing before them. What the reader will see is a vision when a person allows God to do what He says He will.
An incident from her past haunts Marlissa throughout her marriage. The results of that event contributed to the person she became while married to Dr. Jennings. A bruised and scared woman; who wants nothing more than to trade in her garment of fears for freedom begins to hear Gods voice. By His grace she meets Leon and together they take a walk that many are never ready for, the road to reconciliation.
"Silver Lining' is such an exciting read, it was filled with humor, heartache and redemption. The metaphor for optimism “every cloud has a silver lining" certainly is befitting for the characters of this story, even the ones who were not ready to reconcile with God. One of my favorite quotes happened during a intense moment when Tyson, Kevin best friend and attorney had to school both Marlissa and Kevin on how much they love one another. "If you honestly don't know the answer to that question, then you belong seated right next to him on the big yellow bus" now that was too funny.
Campbell never disappoints with her sharing of Christian principal nor does she come off preachy. The voice in all her books is promising and a comfort to hear. Another outstanding job Ms. Campbell, thank you very much for sharing your characters and stories with us.
ARC was provided by the author for the purpose of this review.
Missy
Readers Paradise
5 book marks
I ask this question; can a marriage be saved when one spouse checks out emotionally while the other is left with luggage filled with memories of unanswered questions, hurt and pain? Dr. Kevin Jennings sits patiently at the law office of Lightfoot & Stokes for his soon to be ex wife to arrive. After not seeing his wife in over a year Dr. Jennings is almost relieved to think Marlissa might not show up. But the good doctor is not so lucky on this day the receptionist just announced "Mrs. Jennings has arrived". What Kevin and his attorney expect from Marlissa is a far cry from the woman standing before them. What the reader will see is a vision when a person allows God to do what He says He will.
An incident from her past haunts Marlissa throughout her marriage. The results of that event contributed to the person she became while married to Dr. Jennings. A bruised and scared woman; who wants nothing more than to trade in her garment of fears for freedom begins to hear Gods voice. By His grace she meets Leon and together they take a walk that many are never ready for, the road to reconciliation.
"Silver Lining' is such an exciting read, it was filled with humor, heartache and redemption. The metaphor for optimism “every cloud has a silver lining" certainly is befitting for the characters of this story, even the ones who were not ready to reconcile with God. One of my favorite quotes happened during a intense moment when Tyson, Kevin best friend and attorney had to school both Marlissa and Kevin on how much they love one another. "If you honestly don't know the answer to that question, then you belong seated right next to him on the big yellow bus" now that was too funny.
Campbell never disappoints with her sharing of Christian principal nor does she come off preachy. The voice in all her books is promising and a comfort to hear. Another outstanding job Ms. Campbell, thank you very much for sharing your characters and stories with us.
ARC was provided by the author for the purpose of this review.
Missy
Readers Paradise
5 book marks
August 10, 2011
Silver Lining offers the reader a journey that most decline to take. They do because it's easier to condemn what we don't know rather than to extend grace to the truth of life issues.
Devastating issues lead Leon Scott and Marlissa Jennings to alcohol. Fate leads them to one another and then to the road leading to victory. Despite their ways that left spouses to suffer the aftermath of their decisions, there is a silver lining. Each has the opportunity for reconciliation, but are in an upward battle to overcome the deviant plans of others. Author Campbell has created a story filled with humor and drama that does not neglect nor detract from the seriousness of the central theme.
Devastating issues lead Leon Scott and Marlissa Jennings to alcohol. Fate leads them to one another and then to the road leading to victory. Despite their ways that left spouses to suffer the aftermath of their decisions, there is a silver lining. Each has the opportunity for reconciliation, but are in an upward battle to overcome the deviant plans of others. Author Campbell has created a story filled with humor and drama that does not neglect nor detract from the seriousness of the central theme.
October 5, 2014
A Walk to Remember--I was going to let this book slip by me cause I had noticed another book with the same people on the cover. I am glad that I did not follow that pet peeve I would of missed out on a very great read....I really enjoyed the richness of this book. Many good laughs and good tears of sadness. Marlissa had some difficult times but lead to better days " every cloud has a silver lining ". Unexpected new friendships where made.
October 4, 2015
3.5 star rating.....
July 1, 2022
Believe that God got you covered
No matter what the difficulties are no matter what the scenario believe in God and have faith that things will work out and they will.
No matter what the difficulties are no matter what the scenario believe in God and have faith that things will work out and they will.
August 24, 2014
Silver Lining captured me in the first few pages where I stayed up late to read at least a fourth of the novel. After completion, I felt so connected to the characters' relationships. She wrote this story that spoke to my heart, my mind, and my spiritual being. I enjoyed previous books or reads by this author, but this was icing on the cake. I was immensely intrigued with how things would play out between the married couples on the verge of divorce and could they reconcile not only their differences but to trust again after alcohol become Leon's and Marlissa's best friend to diffuse their past pain(s). But really it only made them nearly lose the one they truly loved, and had to regain that trust and love once more and build that bridge that was once broken. I was hoping for the best.
Ultimately, this novel showed that "love covers a multitude of sins" whereas forgiveness had to take place and reconciliation eventually happened for both married couples. Regardless of the schemes, lies, deception, and regaining trust, love overpowered the mess. So blessed to read such a dynamic relational read that kept the romance alive even when it could've faltered.
I received a copy from the author from a contest win and sent as a gift a few years ago.
Leisure read, 2014
Adrienna Turner, Author of the Day Begins with Christ
Dream4More Reviewer
www.dream4more.org
Ultimately, this novel showed that "love covers a multitude of sins" whereas forgiveness had to take place and reconciliation eventually happened for both married couples. Regardless of the schemes, lies, deception, and regaining trust, love overpowered the mess. So blessed to read such a dynamic relational read that kept the romance alive even when it could've faltered.
I received a copy from the author from a contest win and sent as a gift a few years ago.
Leisure read, 2014
Adrienna Turner, Author of the Day Begins with Christ
Dream4More Reviewer
www.dream4more.org
August 2, 2011
This was a good book. The last book that I read by this author was good, so I was looking forward to this one. I was not disappointed. I do not usually like stories that follow the lives of two characters, but this one was well written; this book had a Kendra Norman Bellamy feel to it(which is a good thing since she's one of my favorite writers). The characters were lovable and interesting. The story line was interesting, and not too outlandish. I would read this book again, and I would recommend it.
September 8, 2014
This was an excellent book....I enjoyed the writing style of the author, but more importantly I enjoyed the spiritual journey each of the characters outlined. So often, books are written with an unrealistic approach to being a good Christian. This book touched on many different aspects but the author was able to weave the situations into a great story. You will find yourself cheering, and "tearing up" for each of the characters. Great book where God gets the final say!!!
May 30, 2019
A Friend that sticks closer than a Brother
The friendship between Leon and Marlissa was committed and so sweet. I enjoyed how the story spent more time on forgiveness and restoration instead of the problems. It was a reminder to me to forgive quickly and thoroughly, our relationships depend on it! I absolutely loved this book.
The friendship between Leon and Marlissa was committed and so sweet. I enjoyed how the story spent more time on forgiveness and restoration instead of the problems. It was a reminder to me to forgive quickly and thoroughly, our relationships depend on it! I absolutely loved this book.
January 16, 2013
Another fabulous book by Wanda B Campbell. I loved this story....A story of love and healing. Leon and Marlissa two friends both dealing with alcoholism, with each others help, prayer and prayer warriors they learn how to overcome their situation and rebuild their marriage! GREAT READ
March 23, 2015
This book was a wonderful read!!! I really didn't want it to end. The characters made me cheer, laugh and cry with them. The book took me on a great journey. This is the first book I have read by this author but it won't be the last.
May 3, 2012
Omg!!! I love it!
October 30, 2012
This was a great book I like the way it started you thought it was ending.You are just waiting to see how the story can come about. I almost passed on this book happy I didn't.
April 27, 2013
This was a okay read to me. I guess I was waiting on something to really happen. Some of the stuff just didn't seem realistic but it was okay overall
September 22, 2015
Good read. Real issues..
February 27, 2017
Great read!
I absolutely love all of her books. Thanks for putting out great novels that are both entertaining and nourishment for the soul.
I absolutely love all of her books. Thanks for putting out great novels that are both entertaining and nourishment for the soul.
April 13, 2017
After Marlissa and Leon abandon their perspective spouses and battle their alcoholic demons will their significant others take them back or is the trust and love gone forever ? This was a really good clean read. I enjoyed it very much.
March 16, 2018
well worth the read. alcohol addiction is serious. This touched my heart.
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