Not all wars are visible. Some begin in marriage.
When Scotty Brian becomes captivated by Hannah Cotton after sitting behind her at a theater, he is determined to meet her. Through a carefully orchestrated connection, Hannah agrees to a date - unaware that this meeting will alter the course of her life.
One date quickly turns into many. Scotty’s intelligence, confidence, and extravagant generosity sweep Hannah off her feet. The early months feel like a dream. He showers her with attention, calls nightly to say goodnight, and treats her like royalty. For Hannah, who longs to remarry, Scotty’s arrival feels like an answer to prayer...a sign that God has finally brought her the husband she has been waiting for.
But beneath the charm, subtle warning signs begin to surface. Scotty grows increasingly jealous and controlling, disguising his behavior as love and concern. Hannah ignores her unease, determined to make the relationship work and convinced that faith, patience, and submission will bring peace.
As accusations, manipulation, and isolation intensify, Hannah finds herself surrendering pieces of her identity in the hope of preserving the relationship. The more she yields, the more dangerous Scotty becomes. What Hannah once believed was destiny begins to feel like a test of discernment...and survival.
When a shocking discovery forces Hannah to confront the truth about the man she plans to marry, she must decide whether to heed the quiet voice warning her or remain bound by fear, misunderstood faith, and misplaced devotion.
Will Hannah recognize the Holy Spirit’s voice before devotion turns into destruction?
BEDEVILED is the gripping first novel in a psychological and spiritual suspense series that explores abusive relationships, spiritual manipulation, and the unseen battle between good and evil. It sets the stage for Wormwood Marriage, where the consequences of deception deepen, and the war moves beyond the physical into the supernatural.
Perfect for readers of Psychological thrillers, Spiritual warfare fiction, Christian suspense, and Women’s empowerment stories.
WARNING: 18+ Readers Only. Graphic content and mature subject matter.
Barbara Harvey Carter is a retired registered nurse residing in Texas. She spent more than two decades as an addiction counselor, group facilitator, trainer, and healthcare professional in medical and mental health specialties.
Through both her professional work with domestic abuse survivors and her own lived experience, Barbara brings knowledge, compassion, and authenticity to the stories she tells. She is deeply committed to women’s empowerment and to supporting women as they reclaim their voices and purpose. For several years, she also promoted holistic wellness—mind, body, and soul—as co-owner of SB Fitness Health Club.
Before relocating, Barbara volunteered extensively as an intercessor, encourager, teacher, and planner within religious, community, and professional organizations. A Christian fiction author, she writes compelling stories that explore relationships, spiritual warfare, and the supernatural.
Barbara cherishes time spent with her Lord, Jesus Christ; her son, Darrin; daughter-in-love, Melody; her grandchildren, Tarrin, Kameron, and Jaylen; and her extended family.
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B H CARTER is a retired group facilitator, trainer, registered nurse, and addiction counselor. She spent more than two decades working in the medical and mental health specialty, networking and assisting women needing domestic abuse services. Barbara volunteered at religious, community, and professional organizations as an intercessor, encourager, teacher, and planner for many years. She enjoys spending time with her Lord, Jesus Christ; her son, Darrin; daughter-in-love, Melody; her grandchildren, Tarrin, Kameron, and Jaylen; and her extended family.
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - A chance encounter or a divine test When Scotty Brian spots Hannah Cotton at the theater, he pesters one of her friends until Hannah agrees to give him her number. One date leads to several as Scotty's intelligence, confidence, and gift-giving beguile Hannah. After Scotty enters her life, Hannah desires to remarry and believes God has answered her prayer for a husband with the chance meeting. But, several months into the relationship, Hannah notices signs of control and jealousy. It is not until after an event with former co-workers that Hannah becomes concerned that Scotty might not be the man she thinks he is. By this time, she is bewitched by Scotty's charm and determined to make the relationship work. Scotty accuses Hannah of having an affair with a former associate, Lenny Woodson, and his aggression toward Lenny and suspicions of Hannah increase. Believing she loves him, Hannah becomes submissive to Scotty's requests and stops hanging with her former friends, hoping it will soften Scotty's aggressive behaviors. But Scotty becomes increasingly controlling and mistrusting and accuses her of flirting with every man who smiles or says hello. As Hannah surrenders to Scotty's wishes, she loses her personality and identity. She thinks Scotty's hatred toward her former co-worker resolves after she ends the friendship until Scotty summons her to his apartment. Upon arriving, Hannah spots her friend, Lenny Woodson, chained in the basement, and Scotty has a gun to his head. She convinces Scotty to unchain Lenny. Lenny jumps Scotty, the two men scuffle and Lenny gets shot in the shoulder. On the way to the hospital, they agree that Scotty is showing his new pistol, which discharges. Will Hannah end the relationship, hearing the voice of the Holy Spirit before it is too late This story shows how even the strongest women can find themselves in an inexplicable situation and what it takes to break free from an abusive relationship. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798988488415
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