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Undefiled
Undefiled is a thought-provoking romance novella that seamlessly weaves themes of forgiveness, acceptance, love, and intimacy. Liz desires to be married, but she chose a man just like her father, who lied, cheated, and ultimately left his family. After a year of hoping her ex-boyfriend and father of her son would come back, Liz learns he is engaged. Her desire for love and marriage intensifies, and Liz is finally ready to move on with her life. Anthony is a successful man living a dream life and content being married only to his career. Being a fashion photographer keeps beautiful models in his bed, but not his heart. Anthony wishes his matchmaking mother would quit trying to marry him off to the women at her church.Liz and Anthony are thrown together when his mother falls ill. Attraction is instant, and love blooms quickly, but their happily ever after is threatened by one of Anthony's disgruntled ex-lovers. The night before their wedding, Liz learns an uncomfortable truth about Anthony. Can Liz get beyond the shocking reality of Anthony's past, or will she leave him standing at the altar?
170 pages, Paperback
Published August 24, 2018
About the author
Raykel Tolson
19 books6 followersDr. Raykel Tolson is an author, storyteller, and proud Nana who believes words have the power to inspire, encourage, and transform lives. With a background in pharmacy, law, and counseling, Raykel brings a unique perspective to her writing. Her books span heartwarming romance, personal growth, financial empowerment, and children's literature, all connected by themes of love, faith, purpose, and possibility.
Whether she's inviting readers to fall in love in the fictional town of Shiloh, encouraging adults to embrace their next chapter, or teaching children the joy of kindness and giving, Raykel writes stories that touch hearts and inspire meaningful lives.
When she's not writing, she enjoys spending time with family, especially her grandson, Atlas, who inspires her children's stories.
Whether she's inviting readers to fall in love in the fictional town of Shiloh, encouraging adults to embrace their next chapter, or teaching children the joy of kindness and giving, Raykel writes stories that touch hearts and inspire meaningful lives.
When she's not writing, she enjoys spending time with family, especially her grandson, Atlas, who inspires her children's stories.
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September 19, 2018
Thought provoking
A fast paced easy read with lots of food for thought and thought provoking situations. A true Christian read that makes you examine your beliefs versus being judgemental. Love this close knit extended family and how they support each other and hold each other accountable.
A fast paced easy read with lots of food for thought and thought provoking situations. A true Christian read that makes you examine your beliefs versus being judgemental. Love this close knit extended family and how they support each other and hold each other accountable.
March 17, 2019
I just finished reading Undefiled by Raykel Tolson and WHOA 😲... I didn’t expect that ending! Definitely ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️s. I really enjoyed it.
Let me start by saying, I read this book without first reading the synopsis on the back cover. In all of my years of reading this was the first time I had ever done this. Therefore, I had no idea what the book was about upon reading it. I didn’t even know the name of the main character. I decided to let the story unfold without any expectations. I believe this allowed me to enjoy the story even more.
On a personal note... while reading this book I had a reader ah ha moment. I realized I enjoy dialogue driven novels. I like character conversations. And this book is filled with some interesting conversations. This book helped me to realize that dialogue between characters is what keeps my interest when reading novels. For me, the story comes alive when I read what the characters are saying, as opposed to reading too many descriptions. I understand setting the scene is important. However, too much description can get in the way of the story. In this book Raykel provides the perfect balance between dialogue and description.
With that being said, I enjoyed this book from the first chapter to the last. It was a quick read and very entertaining. It also leaves the reader pondering a question that I had no problem answering. My answer to that question is. “absolutely NOT”. If you want to know the question...you’ll have to read the book.
Let me start by saying, I read this book without first reading the synopsis on the back cover. In all of my years of reading this was the first time I had ever done this. Therefore, I had no idea what the book was about upon reading it. I didn’t even know the name of the main character. I decided to let the story unfold without any expectations. I believe this allowed me to enjoy the story even more.
On a personal note... while reading this book I had a reader ah ha moment. I realized I enjoy dialogue driven novels. I like character conversations. And this book is filled with some interesting conversations. This book helped me to realize that dialogue between characters is what keeps my interest when reading novels. For me, the story comes alive when I read what the characters are saying, as opposed to reading too many descriptions. I understand setting the scene is important. However, too much description can get in the way of the story. In this book Raykel provides the perfect balance between dialogue and description.
With that being said, I enjoyed this book from the first chapter to the last. It was a quick read and very entertaining. It also leaves the reader pondering a question that I had no problem answering. My answer to that question is. “absolutely NOT”. If you want to know the question...you’ll have to read the book.
September 11, 2018
Great Read
I thoroughly enjoyed this book! It was entertaining and realistic. I laughed, I cried and those emotions had me totally engaged in the story. It is an easy read with Christian values and real life experiences.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book! It was entertaining and realistic. I laughed, I cried and those emotions had me totally engaged in the story. It is an easy read with Christian values and real life experiences.
March 17, 2022
Defiled But Forgiven
This started out as a delightful romance starring African-Americans. Getting to know Liz and Anthony and girlfriends and families made me very happy.. Still, you knew that something would go wrong.
There was a very big secret that Anthony was keeping that could ruin their upcoming wedding. Liz was so insincere but was also judgmental. It took her taking with all of her friends before forgiving Anthony. I don't know how her marriage will be affected since it appears she did what her friends told her to do.
Will she run to them every time a problem in her marriage comes up? Anthony should have told her his secret before having sex with her and surely before he asked Liz to marry him. The big secret and everyone's reaction to it left me wondering if the forgiveness was true.
This started out as a delightful romance starring African-Americans. Getting to know Liz and Anthony and girlfriends and families made me very happy.. Still, you knew that something would go wrong.
There was a very big secret that Anthony was keeping that could ruin their upcoming wedding. Liz was so insincere but was also judgmental. It took her taking with all of her friends before forgiving Anthony. I don't know how her marriage will be affected since it appears she did what her friends told her to do.
Will she run to them every time a problem in her marriage comes up? Anthony should have told her his secret before having sex with her and surely before he asked Liz to marry him. The big secret and everyone's reaction to it left me wondering if the forgiveness was true.
June 15, 2019
Great read
I loved the storyline and the characters even though I wish Anthony and Liz should have spent more time in the courting stage and getting to know each other I think they still complemented each other well... All the characters were pretty interesting and it was so sad that Mama Edna could not be around to see her sons happily ever after
I loved the storyline and the characters even though I wish Anthony and Liz should have spent more time in the courting stage and getting to know each other I think they still complemented each other well... All the characters were pretty interesting and it was so sad that Mama Edna could not be around to see her sons happily ever after
September 5, 2021
Momma Edna got her wish
I could not get into this story. I understand Lydia's hesitancy of getting involved with another man. She's ready now that Momma Edna has talked to her about her opening her life for love.
I just could not get into this story, especially Lydia and Anthony's relationship. I can understand her hesitancy about marrying him but I just could not get into the story.
I could not get into this story. I understand Lydia's hesitancy of getting involved with another man. She's ready now that Momma Edna has talked to her about her opening her life for love.
I just could not get into this story, especially Lydia and Anthony's relationship. I can understand her hesitancy about marrying him but I just could not get into the story.
October 9, 2019
Love Story
This is an awesome love story of a man and woman, their past, what it means when Jesus died on the cross for ALL our sins, and what it means to REALLY love someone.
This is an awesome love story of a man and woman, their past, what it means when Jesus died on the cross for ALL our sins, and what it means to REALLY love someone.
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