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Secrets Behind the Pulpit
Ever wonder what life is like for a pastor after Sunday service is over? Charles Wallace, Pastor of Calvary Christian Life Baptist Church, was no saint. He didn’t always practice what he preached. His lovely wife and three daughters appeared to be the perfect family to those looking in from the outside. However, during Thanksgiving dinner a showdown takes place exposing everyone’s secrets for all to hear. The shocking revelations that come to light rock the Wallace household dividing the family. Lies, deceit, infidelity and broken trust put a strain on Charles’s ability to serve as a leader, husband and father. Will the Wallace Family find unity to get there house in order before they run out of time to make things right?
192 pages, Paperback
Published January 21, 2018
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December 22, 2018
We ALL Fall Short
This book is very interesting, imaged or truth¿ We always expect our Pastors to be perfect, often times we tend to forget that they are human and had pass lives. Great Read for all who need a peek at real drama.
This book is very interesting, imaged or truth¿ We always expect our Pastors to be perfect, often times we tend to forget that they are human and had pass lives. Great Read for all who need a peek at real drama.
January 23, 2018
Good read
They say don't judge a book by its cover this was a good book to let you know that everyone have secrets but everyone can change this was a good book
They say don't judge a book by its cover this was a good book to let you know that everyone have secrets but everyone can change this was a good book
March 31, 2018
Just Awesome
This book was well written and an awesome read, thank you I'm loo!omg forward to read more from this author.
This book was well written and an awesome read, thank you I'm loo!omg forward to read more from this author.
April 12, 2018
Great read!!
I loved the story and the characters!
God sure has a way to show us ours mess and how to fix it!!
To God Be ALL The Glory!!!
I loved the story and the characters!
God sure has a way to show us ours mess and how to fix it!!
To God Be ALL The Glory!!!
April 28, 2018
Enjoyed
Great reads and this is stuff that actually happens
Be !mindful of those that surround you
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Great reads and this is stuff that actually happens
Be !mindful of those that surround you
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When a woman win the sy chin k
May 1, 2018
good one
This book brought so much joy to my heart. Family has so many secrets, down to the youngest. With faith and humility there lives will be blessed
This book brought so much joy to my heart. Family has so many secrets, down to the youngest. With faith and humility there lives will be blessed
July 12, 2018
Great book it did not go the way y though it would and I like that
Great book it did not go the way I thought it would and I like, l look forward to reading next book.
Great book it did not go the way I thought it would and I like, l look forward to reading next book.
April 28, 2018
Jumps subject
Although this was a good book filled the drama I like. It jumped and skipped. But I do like learning stuff like the restaurant they visited in Atlanta. I will check it out. And the wine Lady Walks drinks. I will try. But back to my issues with the book.....The first was the phone call Pastor Wallace received from Deacon Black about Deacon Brown. We never found out what that was. The book made your think Deacon Black was up to no good but there was no story to quench those thoughts. Tia drives a $100,000 car a Telsa but works 3 days a week at a community college with a Bachelors and a Masters. I know she was a dancer but she had the car before she started dancing. Tia and Queen fell out but when and why. All we read was Tia forgiving Queen. When did she start dating the white boy? Tia was suppose to bring pregnancy test to Lauren but the story skipped all that and she was 4 months pregnant. Also no one was supposed to know Tia was an Exotic dancer. But at the table for Thanksgiving giving it seamed Gabby knew. And why did Pastor Wallace make to comment to Lady Wallace about getting over the hump about his indiscretions with Angela. Made me think Lady Wallace knew about Angela. Then she confronted Angela in the church. Then this letter appeared telling her. But the book made you think she knew. Then Lady Wallace ain't got no income job but driving a Porsche truck. Wearing all these labels and red bottoms with a $1500 month spending limit. WTF. I thought I was gone read about an affair or stealing from the church. I could go on and on but whatever. It's good but it skips subjects and make you think about major scandals.
Although this was a good book filled the drama I like. It jumped and skipped. But I do like learning stuff like the restaurant they visited in Atlanta. I will check it out. And the wine Lady Walks drinks. I will try. But back to my issues with the book.....The first was the phone call Pastor Wallace received from Deacon Black about Deacon Brown. We never found out what that was. The book made your think Deacon Black was up to no good but there was no story to quench those thoughts. Tia drives a $100,000 car a Telsa but works 3 days a week at a community college with a Bachelors and a Masters. I know she was a dancer but she had the car before she started dancing. Tia and Queen fell out but when and why. All we read was Tia forgiving Queen. When did she start dating the white boy? Tia was suppose to bring pregnancy test to Lauren but the story skipped all that and she was 4 months pregnant. Also no one was supposed to know Tia was an Exotic dancer. But at the table for Thanksgiving giving it seamed Gabby knew. And why did Pastor Wallace make to comment to Lady Wallace about getting over the hump about his indiscretions with Angela. Made me think Lady Wallace knew about Angela. Then she confronted Angela in the church. Then this letter appeared telling her. But the book made you think she knew. Then Lady Wallace ain't got no income job but driving a Porsche truck. Wearing all these labels and red bottoms with a $1500 month spending limit. WTF. I thought I was gone read about an affair or stealing from the church. I could go on and on but whatever. It's good but it skips subjects and make you think about major scandals.
February 9, 2018
BORING!!!!!
This book was such a disappointment first off its a little too similar to the show Greenleaf it wasn’t juicy enough and it didn’t keep me on my toes like urban books are suppose to I kept reading thinking something exciting would happen but it didn’t at least when I watch Greenleaf it keeps me on my toes and it’s exciting and then the author had the nerve to name the church Calvary she was original with her book at all the only difference is Tia was a stripper Gabby is a lesbian and Lauren got pregnant this book was such a bore
This book was such a disappointment first off its a little too similar to the show Greenleaf it wasn’t juicy enough and it didn’t keep me on my toes like urban books are suppose to I kept reading thinking something exciting would happen but it didn’t at least when I watch Greenleaf it keeps me on my toes and it’s exciting and then the author had the nerve to name the church Calvary she was original with her book at all the only difference is Tia was a stripper Gabby is a lesbian and Lauren got pregnant this book was such a bore
January 21, 2018
Awwwww
Omg I love this book. I’m so glad LaToya recommended it. This book is a must read. I was looking for a different read and found it. The thanksgiving dinner was something lol. I love how the family got together and was glad Connie secrets were revealed since she was quit to turn her nose up and voice an opinion about everybody else. I’m glad everything turned out ok for Tia, Gabby, and Lauren. Great read...This is a must read
Omg I love this book. I’m so glad LaToya recommended it. This book is a must read. I was looking for a different read and found it. The thanksgiving dinner was something lol. I love how the family got together and was glad Connie secrets were revealed since she was quit to turn her nose up and voice an opinion about everybody else. I’m glad everything turned out ok for Tia, Gabby, and Lauren. Great read...This is a must read
July 7, 2019
Church Life
Wow this was a good read. Love it. First time reading Sweet Tee book and it was well put together. The moral of this story is to forgive. No one is perfect only God. Pastor and his family have their flaw and the kids gross into adulthood and it affect them. As the old proverb says Mother suck the sour grape children teeth on edge . Love. Have to read more of your books...
Wow this was a good read. Love it. First time reading Sweet Tee book and it was well put together. The moral of this story is to forgive. No one is perfect only God. Pastor and his family have their flaw and the kids gross into adulthood and it affect them. As the old proverb says Mother suck the sour grape children teeth on edge . Love. Have to read more of your books...
February 24, 2018
Meh
I think the actual story line is good but I cannot deal with the grammatical errors. Also in one paragraph in a switch from first person to 2nd to 3rd before you get to the next page that's just ridiculous. Invest in a good editor or proofread your own work before you put it out for people.
I think the actual story line is good but I cannot deal with the grammatical errors. Also in one paragraph in a switch from first person to 2nd to 3rd before you get to the next page that's just ridiculous. Invest in a good editor or proofread your own work before you put it out for people.
May 9, 2018
Great storylines!!
Enjoyed the various character plot and storyline. Got a little confusing in the middle and end when it seems as if some information was left outcharacter plot and storyline. Got a little confusing in the middle and end when it seems as if some information was left out.
Enjoyed the various character plot and storyline. Got a little confusing in the middle and end when it seems as if some information was left outcharacter plot and storyline. Got a little confusing in the middle and end when it seems as if some information was left out.
September 22, 2018
No one is perfect
I really liked the topic of this book. It makes you wonder about the lifestyles of your pastor and his family. The have always said that preachers kids are the worst kids. I gave it four stars because of a few errors that should have been caught in editing. But overall it was a wonderful story.
I really liked the topic of this book. It makes you wonder about the lifestyles of your pastor and his family. The have always said that preachers kids are the worst kids. I gave it four stars because of a few errors that should have been caught in editing. But overall it was a wonderful story.
February 11, 2020
I must say this was not an easy read. There was so much back and forth that sometimes it was hard to determine if the context was in the past or present. This would have been a 5 star had it flowed. Nevertheless, I would like to read more from this author.
Recommend with some caution. You have to stay focused. Not a bad read but could improve. Proofreading is also essential
Recommend with some caution. You have to stay focused. Not a bad read but could improve. Proofreading is also essential
February 2, 2018
Needs work
The writing was not developed. The story was not cohesive and there were several contradictions. This book was in desperate need of editing. Not sure why all the 5 star ratings (which is why I made this selection), but the saving grace is there's no sequel.
The writing was not developed. The story was not cohesive and there were several contradictions. This book was in desperate need of editing. Not sure why all the 5 star ratings (which is why I made this selection), but the saving grace is there's no sequel.
March 6, 2018
More to the story
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March 14, 2018
Wow
This was not what I expected at all i know first hand this can happen in real life it was parts i was very upset but it kept me reading . With faith and trust in the Lord he can make us over if willing. Must read
This was not what I expected at all i know first hand this can happen in real life it was parts i was very upset but it kept me reading . With faith and trust in the Lord he can make us over if willing. Must read
April 24, 2018
Dark Secrets
The book had a good plot but the time line was all over the place. A lot of things were out of order and somethings just didn’t fall in place. First it was said she knew who her real dad was and then she’s shocked. It has to be one or the other.
The book had a good plot but the time line was all over the place. A lot of things were out of order and somethings just didn’t fall in place. First it was said she knew who her real dad was and then she’s shocked. It has to be one or the other.
June 10, 2018
A good book
When you sit back and read what other people could be going through, you try to learn from it. This is a good book. Every family is not perfect. Never judge a book by it's cover.
When you sit back and read what other people could be going through, you try to learn from it. This is a good book. Every family is not perfect. Never judge a book by it's cover.
July 12, 2018
Different
I was ready for juicy scandals butt this was tame despite the title. Good work by the author. It DID speak to issues that are important in today's world. Thanks for the mention on another book about scandalous church folk...
I was ready for juicy scandals butt this was tame despite the title. Good work by the author. It DID speak to issues that are important in today's world. Thanks for the mention on another book about scandalous church folk...
November 17, 2023
Secrets behind do the pulpit
Very enjoyable and somewhat complicated book. It shows that even in the ministry we are not shielded from the real world, no matter how we hide behind the church. Good read.
Very enjoyable and somewhat complicated book. It shows that even in the ministry we are not shielded from the real world, no matter how we hide behind the church. Good read.
March 24, 2018
Everyone has a Secret
Forgiving those that have wronged you is easy when you take a look at your own wrongs. Life lessons are learned through experience.
Forgiving those that have wronged you is easy when you take a look at your own wrongs. Life lessons are learned through experience.
April 11, 2018
I enjoyed this book. People need to realize that pastor's are human also and will make mistakes along the way. Need a part 2
May 9, 2018
Not believeable
Every plot ended too perfectly, Connie blamed for EVERYTHING, when an issue was presented, a let-down followed - too predictable.
Every plot ended too perfectly, Connie blamed for EVERYTHING, when an issue was presented, a let-down followed - too predictable.
May 25, 2018
hmmmm maybe it's me ,but I wasn't feeling but I do think you are off to a great start. Keep writing. You are on your way.😁
June 4, 2018
Review
Everyone has a story to tell. Even pastors fall by the wayside as evidenced by Pastor Wallace. With prayers and faith, the darkness shall turn to light.
Everyone has a story to tell. Even pastors fall by the wayside as evidenced by Pastor Wallace. With prayers and faith, the darkness shall turn to light.
June 17, 2018
I really enjoyed this book! It was very relevant to the struggles and concerns of Pastors and First Ladies of churches today concerning their children. I would recommend this book!
July 18, 2018
A great story
This was an amazing book. It was a wonderful story on forgiveness. I hope there is a sequel to this story.
This was an amazing book. It was a wonderful story on forgiveness. I hope there is a sequel to this story.
August 27, 2019
Good read
Great book but I wanted a little more drama. Lol will there be a part 2. Wanna know the outcome with baby and Gabby.
Great book but I wanted a little more drama. Lol will there be a part 2. Wanna know the outcome with baby and Gabby.
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