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Living In The House Your Lies Built
Sometimes things have to shatter... “You need to be tested for HIV.” Genesis Swan never expects to hear those words and definitely not from the man who vowed to love, honor, and cherish her. When her husband Kenyon reveals that he has put her body and her heart at risk, Genesis can only fathom two love him even though it hurts or hurt him even though she loves him. “They say if you love something, set it free. Death would be freedom for him.” The only thing Kenyon loves more than he loves himself is being loved. When his string of romances starts to unravel before his eyes, Kenyon has to choose between the wife of his youth, his erratic and jealous lover, or the barely-legal mother of his children. When death comes knocking at his door in the form of a pistol, will he have the opportunity to make the right choice or will the law of sowing and reaping cause him to lose the very thing he’s always taken for granted? …in order for God to do His best work “Sometimes, you have to suffer on purpose for purpose.” Facing divorce, depression, and a debilitating illness should have been enough to take Genesis out, but as her name suggests, that is only the beginning. With the forgiveness of God, praying parents, and the love of a man with the walk of a modern-day Boaz, Genesis must learn that even in the midst of mess, God can work miracles.
322 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 25, 2014
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September 11, 2025
I cried
This book really made me emotional because of the nature of it. It was filled with drama, heartbreak, acceptance and love. I truly believe that this book will go far and the message behind it is extremely important.
This book really made me emotional because of the nature of it. It was filled with drama, heartbreak, acceptance and love. I truly believe that this book will go far and the message behind it is extremely important.
February 21, 2015
My reviews are based on the following variables: Content, Delivery, Relevance and Impact
Living In The House Your Lies Built receives the following ratings and assessments:
Content: 1/1
This book has an excellent plot/story line that both captivates and engages the reader for the entire read. It contains lots of juiciness that keeps the reader at the edge of their seat for the entire read. As a result, I was able to read this book in just a few days because I didn’t want to put it down.
Delivery: 1/1
The book was well-written, especially given that this is the author’s debut novel. It flowed well and the author was well-versed throughout the entire book. It was broken into chapters and each chapter was in the voice of a different character. This demonstrates the author’s savviness in terms of character development. I appreciated the way the book was chaptered because I was able to easily keep up with the chains of events. The delivery of the book was my favorite part because the author did an exceptional job demonstrating her strengths at character development and story-telling, both of which I feel like made the book solid. It was nice to read through such a well-told story and such well-developed characters. My attraction to the plot came secondary to these things because the author is truly gifted in these areas and I was blown away by those things, alone. (character development and story-telling).
Relevance: 1/1
This was a good, leisure read. It served its purpose of entertainment for sure. The story was captivating. This was a very relevant novel because it highlights many of life’s components that we should think about as we go. The title, alone, says a lot.
Impact: 1/1
This was an exciting read. I couldn’t put it down. I am hoping to see more from this author!
Living In The House Your Lies Built receives the following ratings and assessments:
Content: 1/1
This book has an excellent plot/story line that both captivates and engages the reader for the entire read. It contains lots of juiciness that keeps the reader at the edge of their seat for the entire read. As a result, I was able to read this book in just a few days because I didn’t want to put it down.
Delivery: 1/1
The book was well-written, especially given that this is the author’s debut novel. It flowed well and the author was well-versed throughout the entire book. It was broken into chapters and each chapter was in the voice of a different character. This demonstrates the author’s savviness in terms of character development. I appreciated the way the book was chaptered because I was able to easily keep up with the chains of events. The delivery of the book was my favorite part because the author did an exceptional job demonstrating her strengths at character development and story-telling, both of which I feel like made the book solid. It was nice to read through such a well-told story and such well-developed characters. My attraction to the plot came secondary to these things because the author is truly gifted in these areas and I was blown away by those things, alone. (character development and story-telling).
Relevance: 1/1
This was a good, leisure read. It served its purpose of entertainment for sure. The story was captivating. This was a very relevant novel because it highlights many of life’s components that we should think about as we go. The title, alone, says a lot.
Impact: 1/1
This was an exciting read. I couldn’t put it down. I am hoping to see more from this author!
November 30, 2014
Every Women Should Read This Book
This book was truly a very good book. It will have you captivated from the very first page to the last page. It is like a breath of fresh air no cussing at all, I Cried with the Characters, and also rejoiced with them. Was so happy that Justice found the love that she deserved.Kenyon was truly a lost soul.Addison to me was just very confused. But what really made this book good is that this story could happen to any woman their are so many Men on the Down Low. For this to be her first book it was excellent. REALLY looking forward to read many more books from this author.
This book was truly a very good book. It will have you captivated from the very first page to the last page. It is like a breath of fresh air no cussing at all, I Cried with the Characters, and also rejoiced with them. Was so happy that Justice found the love that she deserved.Kenyon was truly a lost soul.Addison to me was just very confused. But what really made this book good is that this story could happen to any woman their are so many Men on the Down Low. For this to be her first book it was excellent. REALLY looking forward to read many more books from this author.
August 27, 2018
Forgiveness
This was certainly different than my usual reading material. I liked the format after I got used to hearing the story from so many different perspectives. I also liked the Christian aspect that was deeply rooted here. God's incredible love is the theme throughout and it made for s very interesting story.
This was certainly different than my usual reading material. I liked the format after I got used to hearing the story from so many different perspectives. I also liked the Christian aspect that was deeply rooted here. God's incredible love is the theme throughout and it made for s very interesting story.
September 28, 2024
Wow!!! I loved this book... the characters were so wonderful, and the pain they went thru made the reader feel it as well. This book shows the reader that God does perform miracles and blesses his children. God does show his love toward the characters, and God does give second chances. I highly recommend this book for everyone that loves reading.
October 17, 2020
What a story! I couldn’t put the book down, I couldn’t believe how selfish,dumb, and ignorant these men treated the genesis and justice and how the men were so caught up with each other and did so much damage.
September 12, 2017
Loved
Anton was sad excuse for a man. You reap what you sow. Ms Young you are a remarkable writer. Thank you for sharing.
Anton was sad excuse for a man. You reap what you sow. Ms Young you are a remarkable writer. Thank you for sharing.
December 27, 2018
Good book
It dragged out a few times by repeating what some one said but for the most part it was a very good book. I didn't like jerimiyah
It dragged out a few times by repeating what some one said but for the most part it was a very good book. I didn't like jerimiyah
November 18, 2014
WOW... Amazing
This will be one of my all time favorite books. There are only a few books that really have me talking and praying for a character in the book. Yes I said a small prayer for Genesis. Thanks Ms. Young for drawing me into the book and taking the time to develop the characters.
This will be one of my all time favorite books. There are only a few books that really have me talking and praying for a character in the book. Yes I said a small prayer for Genesis. Thanks Ms. Young for drawing me into the book and taking the time to develop the characters.
November 30, 2014
Wonderful
I choose this rating because it shows what the Lord Jesus can do,when you trust and believe. The book was a page Turner and I just didn't want to put it down. This is this next book for my book club Reading Divas
I choose this rating because it shows what the Lord Jesus can do,when you trust and believe. The book was a page Turner and I just didn't want to put it down. This is this next book for my book club Reading Divas
December 11, 2014
A great read
This book is definitely a page Turner. It has twists and turns until the very end. It is a classic example of God's love and redemption in a time of society's disregard for his word.
This book is definitely a page Turner. It has twists and turns until the very end. It is a classic example of God's love and redemption in a time of society's disregard for his word.
April 26, 2015
God's grace...
This was a very good book. I enjoyed the multiple points of view from the different characters. I recommend this book to anyone who wants to see God's Grace demonstrated.
This was a very good book. I enjoyed the multiple points of view from the different characters. I recommend this book to anyone who wants to see God's Grace demonstrated.
November 29, 2014
Beautifully written. This book will make you cry, shake your head and then praise! Excellent book!!!!!!
December 13, 2014
What a ride!!
If you like a rollercoaster this book is for you. Right from the beginning it had me glued. I love that Sarah tells the story from every Characters point of view.
If you like a rollercoaster this book is for you. Right from the beginning it had me glued. I love that Sarah tells the story from every Characters point of view.
December 28, 2014
Great book
Everyone should read this book! This is some real life stuff here. Sarah M. Young is a good author! Ready to read more from here!
Everyone should read this book! This is some real life stuff here. Sarah M. Young is a good author! Ready to read more from here!
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