Love or Lies

by Craig Hastings

Overview

This touching Christian Romance follows Elizabeth's journey to rediscover her connection with God and to unlock the true power of love

When El's prestigious position in the company she helped to build is eliminated, she loses both her boyfriend and her place to live. Facing an uncertain future, she agrees to return home to settle her deceased aunt's estate. But her trip down memory lane comes with a few surprises.
Her high school sweetheart turned pastor is officiating the funeral. Her antisocial aunt regularly hosted a rowdy church youth group. And mysteries hide not just in letters stashed away in a safe deposit box but also in the very pages of her aunt's novels.
As the secrets and lies unravel, El must confront the ghosts of her past relationships, the distance between her and God, and the truth about real love. But will she give any type of love a chance?
In Love or Lies, El takes an emotional journey of self-discovery and faith to make sense of her past and look beyond the lies she's been told. This touching Christian Romance explores what it means to rediscover a connection with God and to unlock the true power of love.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940184646046
Publisher:	Masters Touch Publications
Publication date:	05/23/2025
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	249 KB

About the Author

Born and raised in Muncie, IN, Craig is as typical middle-America as they come. After serving 20 years in the U.S. Air Force Craig continued as a DoD contractor where he had multiple tours overseas and around the U.S. As many have, there were events in his life that tested his faith in God. But nothing compared to when his first son was born with major medical issues. As a twenty-one-year-old father with a young devastated wife, Craig knew God was faithful to guide him through it. After enduring several surgeries, some considered experimental, his son passed away at six months and two weeks. But even in his brief life, this child had a tremendous impact on Craig and his trusting in God.
Since then, God has blessed Craig and his wife, Rose, with two more sons and is a constant guidance in Craig’s life. His time in the military and as a contractor afterward allowed Craig to serve in several local mission churches in the states and overseas. On their last return to the states, God led Craig and Rose to Oklahoma, where he teaches Bible studies and serves in a local church.

Knowing God is always there to help him through life’s troubles has led Craig to want to share God’s message with others. Over the years, Craig has had the opportunity to share God’s message in multiple ways. The most recent of these is as an author.

Editorial Reviews

This Christian romance novel does a great job of incorporating faith without being overly preachy and the characters are relatable and realistic. The author's writing on God's love and mercy is insightful and inspiring making it a meaningful read for those looking for a deeper relationship in a novel. I think anyone who is looking for a meaningful novel that goes beyond the physical intimacy and gets to the real heart of a relationship would enjoy this novel.

eBookFairs - Jenn Bailey

In Love or Lies by Craig Hastings the protagonist navigates through a new path in life after a disagreement over an IPO and discovers a well-kept family secret. Written from a Christian perspective the book portrays a true and unhurried love that overcomes obstacles. With immersive storytelling and memorable characters this book is a special treat for fans of romance and Christians seeking rewarding reading.

eBookFairs - Emily Dacho

The author's personal connection to the story and the inspiring message of forgiveness make this book a must-read. The characters feel real and their journey of faith and resilience is both heartwarming and relatable although some readers may find the religious elements to be too heavy-handed. Overall this book is a heartfelt and hopeful tale that will appeal to those who appreciate a good story with a spiritual message.

eBookFairs - Gladys Nakote

Love or Lies is a compelling Christian romance that delves into themes of faith love and self-discovery. Through Elizabeth's relatable struggles and the uncovering of buried secrets readers are taken on a journey of redemption and grace. The author expertly weaves together a captivating narrative that will resonate with those seeking a powerful story of love and faith.

eBookFairs - Christian Agbara

Love and Lies by Craig Hastings is an engaging Christian romance that follows Elizabeth as she discovers the true nature of love and her faith in God. The book is well-written and free from errors making it a compelling read for anyone looking for a meaningful and inspiring story. What I like about the book is that it does not just talk about God but also about Elizabeth's life experiences and her past and then introduces God into the scene. This would make readers more interested in reading.

eBookFairs - Emmy Sele