Rose

by Anna K. Payne

Pursued. Attacked. Rescued. Rose is pursued while applying for jobs at church. A sweet young pastor asks her for dates but her abusive ex-boyfriend always interrupts. Even though she has ended the relationship with him, he continues to try to get her alone and resorts to violence. Even though she is in therapy, re-established a relationship with her father, and has returned to her Planted bible study, Rose feels she has lost too much. Her ex-boyfriend tells people she’s his fiance and beats the young pastor who comes to her defence. How can she get a new job with someone threatening her? Will she ever get past the abuse? How much does God care? Rose is the last book in the Christian Cozy Mystery series, Planted Flowers. Each of the women need to find a deeper relationship with God and they hope to build a network of support in the group. The trials and dangers they experience brings them closer to each other and to God, opening them up to the men in their lives. Journey with Rose as she remembers how much God loves us! Buy Rose now!

128 pages, Paperback

Published April 13, 2017

About the author

I spend my time staring into a computer screen whether working, writing, or editing. That’s why it’s so fun to hang out with my grandson, children, or walk outside. But burning easily makes it difficult to spend much time outdoors.





I come from a family of writers: my mom, my grandmother, and several other family members. When I'm not at the computer writing or editing, I'm discussing plots with any one of my children.

I do ask the advice of my cats. They have good ideas. The world holds a variety of sinister plots even if it is just someone waiting for the bus.

Check out my devotionals including Driving with Anna and Christian Cozy Mystery books including Planted Flowers series and the new Emily's Cat Mysteries.

Customer Testimony

Even with extreme pain and limited mobility, God used these books to encourage, remind, teach, give hope, and draw me closer to Him. I loved these books!

I saw parts of my life in them as well as other women, and how to deal with life problems Anna tells(teaches) in these stories. God has used Anna to spur Christians on and draw non-believers to God and our Lord Jesus Christ!

Reviews

[Lane · Rating 4 out of 5]

While reading the other planted flowers books, Rose's deterioration is clearly seen, though I could only speculate what was really going on. I had a good idea of who it involved though. This was a heartbreaking story, but another great addition to this series. I think it shows the strength that can be gained through a supportive group and how GOD can use them to protect you, despite wrong choices. This book contains abuse triggers. There were editing issues (like periods where commas should have been). It didn't stop me from reading this book quickly. I struggled with the writing style when I first began the series, but it didn't bother me by this book...guess I just got used to it and dealt with it.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Sue · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rose is in turmoil and feels that she is lost. What made her choose an abusive man instead of the sweet young pastor that has a fondness for her? She is now in therapy and is trying to re-establish a relationship with her father, which was lost when she chose the master manipulator.

Can the kindness of a young preacher and the help of the Planted bible group bring Rose out of the darkness and fear in her life? Can she find the strength to survive and allow these good people and God’s love into her life?

This is the last book in the Christian suspense series, Planted Flowers. As with the other books in the Planted series, this is more than just a book of mystery and romance. The underlining story has to do with finding faith, strength, understanding, and support while gaining a deeper relationship with God and his teachings.

[Janet Graham · Rating 5 out of 5]

God's Grace Saves Us All
This is the story of Rose, the final member of the Planted group. She has had her confidence shattered by a boyfriend. With the help of her Planted friends and a therapist, she is becoming emotionally healthy again. The abusive boyfriend is not going away quietly. He says he is stronger than Rose and her friends. One thing left unsaid was that the Planted group's true boss is a lot stronger that the boyfriend and his boss combined! This story ties up all of the loose ends for all of the women. There is room for more books, but this series is done. Faith filled with a good moral message, this series is exceptional. I received this ARC book for free and voluntarily chose to post my honest review.

[S.campbell8655yahoo.com · Rating 5 out of 5]

Anna finished the series with another excellent story ! She kept Rose in the series most of the time working the suspense up little by little bit by bit . I'm looking forward now to reading more of Anna's suspense books. I received this book and the others in the series for free and I'm giving an honest review , I enjoyed them all ! I saw myself in one and it answered a question I have had for a long time . Thank you Anna !

[Tanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

She is trying to move on from her violent ex boyfriend but he won't take no for an answer. She wants a job at a church but she keeps finding him nearby and trying to get her alone. A young vicar comes to her rescue and he beats them up. How can she have a new life when he keeps trying to get her back? Can a bible class he!p her to finally get safe? See how it will end

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Agnes Parlocha · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received this book for free from booksprout and am freely giving a review. I love this series of books. I missed one but have read the others. It always surprises me how they are different but come together to create a whole. Loved this story and believe that you will as well.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Debora Wolff · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rose learned first hand the manipulation of an abuser, separation from friends and family and dictating what you think and do. Thankfully she survives and so do those who try to help her.
I received a complimentary copy of this book and chose to give an honest review.

[Marta Aldrighetti · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rose is a young lady of the Planted group. At church she meet Angelito and her life change, somthing strange happen.
nice book, this story could be real, well written.