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The Waning Crescent: A Twisted Road to Renewal Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

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As sudden as a light switch turning off, John’s world came to a halt. He had held the world in the palm of his hand. Sure, things like the pressures of the new job had things on edge a little. Shelly was busy also with the move and of course, her new job. Jason, their son, was off kilter from moving away from his school buddies—moving was something he had never experienced before. Life was not perfect, but the family was dealing with it and once everyone settled into their new routines, all would be back to a happy normal. The camping and canoeing trip with their new friends from church would help soothe everyone’s nerves and familiarize them with the changed status quo.

That is what John had counted on. What he hadn’t expected was the devastating tragedy that arrived instead. He now stood teetering on a parapet, overlooking a dark and deep chasm. His inner demons gnawed at his will to live, pushing and pulling at him and manipulating his normally unshakeable thinking. John had never believed he could fall so far, but there he was, contemplating his worth to his family, his church, the woman he loved, and even his creator. John’s ability to fight his these mental battles was faltering. He had all but given up on his responsibilities to the new church and its parishioners. He was too devoured by guilt over the death of his son to give his much-needed attentions to those around him.

There was a storm on the horizon, and someone was bound to lose their grip in the turmoil. Something unthinkable was on the cusp of the cloud that was barreling down toward the small town of Ash Grove, Missouri. Who would fall first and begin the domino effect? Was it even possible for the town to recover from the oncoming doom set to shatter lives on such a cold and rainy Sunday morning?

Come ride the freight train of emotions of one seemingly normal mortal man as he takes a twisted journey toward renewing the world that he had once held so calmly in the palm of his hands. Meet the townspeople and learn what can happen in a little place tucked away in the Ozark hills when an outsider meant to lead them in faith instead stumbles and falls. Through anger and tears, action and inaction, witness just how far one man can push his creator away before it becomes too much? Does that single miracle called grace even exist? Or had he placed too much faith in accepting the call he believed he had received?

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Listening Length 8 hours and 23 minutes
Author Steven G Bassett
Narrator Paul J McSorley
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date July 22, 2023
Publisher 3dogsBarkingMediaLLC
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B0CCGXWJJY
Best Sellers Rank #598,983 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#3,757 in Small Town & Rural Fiction (Audible Books & Originals)
#4,923 in Contemporary Christian Fiction (Books)
#10,599 in Christian Fiction (Audible Books & Originals)

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"This book is a hard to put down read! It's a book about coming back to Christ but in a modern day setting. Best book I've read in years...." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2021
    This is a very good book ,well written and a good story.
    The characters were true and easy to relate to.
    It was well wrijtten and the story folloswed different paths anx the ending was dramatic and a surprise
    Its a story about ordinary people who live in a small.town.
    We all go through trials in life, with God in our hearts we will be ok
    Its a good Christian novel and might make people question their own faith.
    I highly reccomend it as a good story to.read.
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2025
    The first part of the book is very intense and I couldn’t put it down. The middle section is much slower and drags on longer than I would have preferred. Then near the end, it has more intense moments that wrapped up almost too quickly.

    The style of writing was almost like that of a true crime story, which made it seem more realistic, and the storyline was very good. There were a few curse words sprinkled in, and I prefer when they are not — particularly in Christian book.
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2019
    This book was very enjoyable to read. The author developed an interesting and timely plot that was a nice mix of action, drama, and romance. The story is blended with many inspirational and uplifting messages that fit the story and the lives of the readers as well. Well done, Mr. Bassett!
    Linda
  • Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2019
    This book is a hard to put down read! It's a book about coming back to Christ but in a modern day setting.
    Best book I've read in years. Now I'm anxiously awaiting the next two books from Steven...
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2019
    What a great book! You will find a little of everthing in this book including, tragedy, heartache, love, relationships and surprise! The story is very relatable and entertaining. The best part is showing us God is always with us regardless of what we are facing and the promise of grace and hope is real!!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2020
    I just loved this book for start to finish. I do not generally read Christina books just not my genre but I am so glad I have the pleasure of meeting and coming to know Steve through the Springfield Writer Group. Steve does an awesome job of developing deep and interesting characters. The book moves through realist challenges of life and how God helps us all through all that life throws at us. MUST READ !!!!!! 10 STARS !!!!!!!
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2025
    This book is a good read even if this isn't a genre that is typical for the reader. Very enjoyable. Has characters we can all relate to - good and bad.
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2020
    This book is so easy to relate to for most people who have struggled with their beliefs and outlook on life. It contains a very good description of small town, rural America and its people. I felt strongly attached to many stories in the book and kept rooting for the main character to turn things around. A great read that I highly recommend.