Whispers in the Dark

Maisie French thought being a godly wife meant saying "yes," even when her heart whispered "no."

From the outside, Alec is a respected husband-well-versed in scripture, admired at church. But behind closed doors, he uses the Bible not to lead with love, but to manipulate, shame, and take. Each time Maisie hesitates, he reminds her: You're my wife. This is your duty.

Maisie feels her voice slipping away-her body no longer her own. She wonders if God expects her to endure the darkness as part o...