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Fatherless
Coming from the author of the Amazon best-selling novel, The Heartbreak Hotel, Josh Conley Jr is back with this riveting drama, Fatherless.
Fatherless unravels the traumatic life of Seven Bradford, a young black man, who has been through a plethora of tribulations. Growing up in a single-parent family, all Seven ever wanted was to find and connect with his dad, Jerri.
Living a life plagued with loneliness, poverty, and abuse, Seven is determined to end this vicious cycle. His mission? To prove to those who hurt and abused him that he had worth, while desperately wanting to be loved and accepted by his father.
Throughout his life he yearned for the perfect balance between Self, Jerri’s affirmation, family, and God. And so, prayer became his source of strength. Seven falls in love with a spiritual and caring spirit, appreciating and loving him through the good, bad and ugly. Everything started to fall in place, but is it too late? Can a birthmark finally heal the rift with his dad that has always been present in his life?
Fatherless unravels the traumatic life of Seven Bradford, a young black man, who has been through a plethora of tribulations. Growing up in a single-parent family, all Seven ever wanted was to find and connect with his dad, Jerri.
Living a life plagued with loneliness, poverty, and abuse, Seven is determined to end this vicious cycle. His mission? To prove to those who hurt and abused him that he had worth, while desperately wanting to be loved and accepted by his father.
Throughout his life he yearned for the perfect balance between Self, Jerri’s affirmation, family, and God. And so, prayer became his source of strength. Seven falls in love with a spiritual and caring spirit, appreciating and loving him through the good, bad and ugly. Everything started to fall in place, but is it too late? Can a birthmark finally heal the rift with his dad that has always been present in his life?
361 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 4, 2020
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About the author
Josh Conley Jr
3 books1 followerJosh Conley is a self-published crime drama author. Born and raised in Paterson, New Jersey, he enjoys reading, chess, gaming, and spending quality time with his family.
He has a passion for achieving his goals and dreams and is equally passionate in the mentoring others to do the same. Husband of 20 years and father of 5, Josh has had his inspirations span across multiple avenues from music, poetry, and now crime drama.
His inspiration for writing was reignited after his eldest daughter succumbed to rhabdomyosarcoma (a rare and aggressive cancer) back in 2012. After mourning he decided to push forward and honor her memory by embracing his gift and sharing it with the world.
His favorite books are written by a variety of artists, including Teri Woods (Dutch), Stephanie Meyer (Twilight), and Zane (Addicted) to name a few.
He has a passion for achieving his goals and dreams and is equally passionate in the mentoring others to do the same. Husband of 20 years and father of 5, Josh has had his inspirations span across multiple avenues from music, poetry, and now crime drama.
His inspiration for writing was reignited after his eldest daughter succumbed to rhabdomyosarcoma (a rare and aggressive cancer) back in 2012. After mourning he decided to push forward and honor her memory by embracing his gift and sharing it with the world.
His favorite books are written by a variety of artists, including Teri Woods (Dutch), Stephanie Meyer (Twilight), and Zane (Addicted) to name a few.
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I really enjoyed this book. Despite the men in Seven's life he chose to as much as possible focus on the good in people. This book made me angry, sad, and hopeful. I would recommend. Reader beware there are some triggers (child abuse).
I really enjoyed this book. Despite the men in Seven's life he chose to as much as possible focus on the good in people. This book made me angry, sad, and hopeful. I would recommend. Reader beware there are some triggers (child abuse).
June 16, 2021
That Ending
This is a moving story of love and heartache and fiery trials and overcoming. But that ending...
I'm still trying to comprehend the end.
This is a moving story of love and heartache and fiery trials and overcoming. But that ending...
I'm still trying to comprehend the end.
Displaying 1 - 2 of 2 reviews