Unexpected Guests: Family Bonds is a heartwarming and humorous coming-of-age story about two drifting brothers who find purpose, faith, and family in the most unexpected place-an unplanned visit to their aunt and uncle's home in Durham, North Carolina. Doug and Huey have reached a crossroads. Their mother's final ultimatum-get jobs or get out-leaves them with little choice but to pack a bag of groceries and board a Greyhound bus across the country. Uninvited and uncertain, they show up at the doorstep of Aunt Mable and Uncle LeRoy, hoping for temporary refuge. What begins as a desperate escape…mehr
Unexpected Guests: Family Bonds is a heartwarming and humorous coming-of-age story about two drifting brothers who find purpose, faith, and family in the most unexpected place-an unplanned visit to their aunt and uncle's home in Durham, North Carolina. Doug and Huey have reached a crossroads. Their mother's final ultimatum-get jobs or get out-leaves them with little choice but to pack a bag of groceries and board a Greyhound bus across the country. Uninvited and uncertain, they show up at the doorstep of Aunt Mable and Uncle LeRoy, hoping for temporary refuge. What begins as a desperate escape turns into a life-changing journey of discipline, faith, and redemption. With tough love, community guidance, and spiritual growth, the brothers gradually transform from entitled young men into purpose-driven leaders in their church and local community. Set against the warmth and wit of Southern hospitality, Unexpected Guests: Family Bonds explores the beauty of second chances, the power of legacy, and the belief that family-whether born or built-is the cornerstone of lasting transformation. Perfect for readers who enjoy stories of faith, resilience, and heartfelt family dynamics, this novel is both a testimony and a tribute to what happens when someone opens the door and says, "You belong."
Vanessa Gattis is a passionate storyteller and community advocate whose heart beats for faith, family, and second chances. Drawing inspiration from real-life experiences and the quiet strength of everyday people, she writes with warmth, humor, and truth. Her stories reflect the beauty of transformation and the power of belonging.As the founder and leader of a nonprofit organization focused on education, wellness, and food security, Vanessa has seen firsthand how compassion, mentorship, and love can change lives. Unexpected Guests: Family Bonds is her heartfelt debut-a tribute to the families we come from, the families we build, and the grace that finds us along the way.She lives in Virginia and continues to serve her community while working on her next projects.
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