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Prodigal Sons
Prodigal Sons is the third novel in the Mark Thomas series. Thomas accepts the pastorate of the First Baptist Church of Dorado Beach, Florida and encounters men who describe themselves as "prodigal sons" and he feels led to minister to these men and reconcile them to God. He is also thrust into a mystery of someone digging underneath the historic church building.
218 pages, Paperback
Published August 11, 2020
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January 7, 2026
I came across *Prodigal Sons* through Kindle Unlimited and decided to give it a try after reading the description, and I’m really glad I did.
This book digs deep into grief, faith, and the messy in-between space where belief and doubt collide. Reggie Logan is a deeply human character. After losing his wife to cancer, his anger at God feels raw and real, and his turn from church to the bar is portrayed with honesty rather than judgment. It’s easy to understand his pain, even when you don’t agree with his choices.
The unlikely friendship between Reggie, a self-proclaimed Catholic prodigal, and a Baptist preacher is one of the strongest parts of the story. Their interactions are thoughtful, sometimes tense, and often quietly moving. It’s refreshing to see faith explored through conversation and relationship rather than sermons.
The added mystery surrounding someone digging beneath the historic First Baptist Church gives the novel an extra layer of intrigue and keeps the pages turning. It balances well with the emotional and spiritual themes without feeling forced.
As the third book in the Mark Thomas series, *Prodigal Sons* stands strong on its own while still feeling like part of a larger, meaningful journey. If you enjoy character-driven stories that explore faith, forgiveness, and redemption with a touch of mystery, this is definitely worth your time.
This book digs deep into grief, faith, and the messy in-between space where belief and doubt collide. Reggie Logan is a deeply human character. After losing his wife to cancer, his anger at God feels raw and real, and his turn from church to the bar is portrayed with honesty rather than judgment. It’s easy to understand his pain, even when you don’t agree with his choices.
The unlikely friendship between Reggie, a self-proclaimed Catholic prodigal, and a Baptist preacher is one of the strongest parts of the story. Their interactions are thoughtful, sometimes tense, and often quietly moving. It’s refreshing to see faith explored through conversation and relationship rather than sermons.
The added mystery surrounding someone digging beneath the historic First Baptist Church gives the novel an extra layer of intrigue and keeps the pages turning. It balances well with the emotional and spiritual themes without feeling forced.
As the third book in the Mark Thomas series, *Prodigal Sons* stands strong on its own while still feeling like part of a larger, meaningful journey. If you enjoy character-driven stories that explore faith, forgiveness, and redemption with a touch of mystery, this is definitely worth your time.
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