Catherine Steveley
No Promise of Sun
This is my first published book. The complexities of my life journey required expanding this to three books. Please enjoy the whole trilogy and leave me your feedback. I will certainly keep writing and, who knows, perhaps another book is in the works.
The Trilogy: "No Promise of Sun"
Immerse yourself in Catherine Steveley's gripping trilogy, a poignant exploration of love, resilience, and the indomitable human spirit. Each book offers a unique chapter in an unforgettable journey, blending vivid storytelling with profound emotional depth.
"When life shatters every dream, faith lights the way through the broken pieces"
Themes:
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Faith and Redemption: Finding God’s light in the darkest moments and learning to rebuild a life through faith.
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Resilience: The strength to endure and rise above profound hardships and heartbreak.
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Self-Discovery: Uncovering identity and purpose amidst shattered dreams and loss.
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Healing Through Grace: Overcoming pain and finding peace through a new perspective on life.
Book 1
From the opening pages of the first book, the main character is confronting personal loss and a sense of not belonging in space and time. Her erratic environment keeps her questioning her purpose as she continuously adapts both emotionally and
geographically to her ever-winding pathway through life. Are they demons or simply something she inherited since birth? The tone of the story, from the first book to the last, is about survival, yet not solely about her perpetual struggle with the outside world; she, almost more importantly, illuminates her turmoil within.
Synopsis:
Catherine once dreamed of a life filled with love, family, and purpose—a vision of happiness that seemed within reach. But her reality was far from the dream. Betrayal, loss, abandonment, and unimaginable trials marked her journey, leaving her to question her worth, identity, and the meaning of life itself.
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Through the depths of despair and the tangled jungle of her shattered existence, Catherine found herself a wanderer with no roots. Yet, in the midst of brokenness, she reached for something greater. With a bruised heart and a desperate yearning for truth, she discovered a path illuminated by faith—a perspective that gave her the strength to piece her life back together and uncover a purpose she had never imagined.
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This is a story of resilience, redemption, and the unyielding hope that can only be found when we allow faith to transform even the darkest moments of our lives.
"No Promise of Sun, Book 1 - Deeply Impact Biography about God's Goodness. Catherine Steveley has written a powerful biography in her first volume about the power of God's goodness in brokeness. In this impactful book, Catherine has provided a transparent, tragic account of her early life. Yet through the brokenness in her life, Catherine found hope in the love of God and the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Catherine is a master storyteller in detailing the events of her life. I highly recommend this powerful biography for anyone that wants to find hope of Jesus in the midst of tragedy."
Michael E.
Book 2
Book 2 presents a more psychological tapestry and attempts to excavate the fallout from Book 1 and the consequences of the characters’ decisions. The relationships presented in Book 1 are intertwined as they deepen, unravel like an unfinished tapestry, and morph into liaisons and people in need of redemption. As the main character
pursues a path of self-discovery, she also encounters the severest of betrayals
rendering this second book an emotional passageway in the series.
Synopsis:
In the aftermath of unimaginable loss and despair, Catherine begins the journey of rebuilding her life. Armed with newfound faith and a perspective shaped by God’s truth, she confronts the broken pieces of her past and learns to find meaning in the chaos. Slowly, she discovers that healing is not just about survival but about embracing a deeper purpose and strength she never knew she had.
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Through trials and triumphs, Catherine’s story is a testament to the power of faith, the beauty of renewal, and the unwavering hope that even the most shattered lives can be made whole again.
"Faith rebuilt what life had broken, one piece at a time."
Themes:
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Faith as a Foundation: Trusting in God to guide the path toward healing and renewal.
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Healing and Renewal: The process of piecing life back together after profound brokenness.
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Resilience Through Perspective: Learning to see life’s struggles through the lens of faith and hope.
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Purpose Through Pain: Discovering strength and purpose in the aftermath of suffering.
"Book 2 - No Promise of Sun is Inspirational Read. I highly recommend No Promise of Sun - Book 2 by Catherine Stevely. Catherine continues her challenging, yet inspirational memoir of her life and God's amazing grace to her during her journey. She transparently depicts her life as a married woman in an unloving marriage while taking care of three children including a handicapped child in a foreign nation. Despite her trials, she was very faithful in caring for her handicapped daughter, Lucy. Even with these challenges in her personal life, Catherine was able to bless others through her extensive charitable work. Through the details of you life, you can see how God used the tragedies and trials in her life to transform her into the image of Jesus. You will be inspired by Catherine in No Promise of Sun to live your life abundantly under the Lordship of Jesus."
Michael E.
"In the brokenness of her past, she found the strength to rise and the faith to thrive."
Themes:
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Transformation Through Faith: Embracing God’s perspective to rebuild a shattered life.
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Resilience Amid Adversity: Rising above the pain of betrayal, loss, and heartbreak.
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Self-Discovery and Purpose: Finding identity and meaning in life’s most challenging circumstances.
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Hope and Redemption: Turning brokenness into strength through grace and perseverance.
Book 3
Book 3 concludes this thought-provoking trek, at least this far in her tumultuous life,
although not with an ending readers have traditionally come to expect. The ending is
authentic and reveals a character that had to face difficult truths. She found comfort
in unexpected ways. Steveley has shown her ability to end the saga in a way that is
both thought-provoking and satisfying to the reader. Her trilogy will find its place as a modern literary success.
Synopsis:
Catherine’s life was a labyrinth of shattered dreams and overwhelming trials. From abandonment and betrayal to unimaginable loss, her journey was marked by pain and unanswered questions. As she wandered through the tangled jungle of her broken existence, searching for meaning and purpose, she found herself at a crossroads: remain lost in despair or reach for something greater.
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Through faith and a renewed perspective, Catherine begins to rewrite her story. Piece by piece, she confronts the broken shards of her past and discovers that even in the depths of suffering, light and truth can emerge. Her journey is one of resilience, redemption, and the power of grace to transform even the darkest moments into something meaningful.
×´Catherine's trilogy will find its place as a modern literary success. ×´
Tricia B.