"SCARS" is a raw, deeply-felt testament to God's transforming power at work in broken lives. Candace Cole writes as one who's been there and has lived to tell about it - in all its grit and glory.

- Dr. Ronn Elmore, bestselling author,
How to Love a Black Man & How to Love a Black Woman

 

Carla, the featured child in the novel, experienced no bedtime stories, just hands tearing at her clothes. No pretty white dress because it got stained with blood. No nursery rhymes playfully spoken, just harsh threats of, "I'll kill you, if you tell anyone," No trips to the park, but many trips to strangers in wolves clothing acting as baby-sitters. No dolls, but strong alcoholic drinks to numb the pain. No boyfriends as a teen, but a world of prostitution and exploitation. No anticipation of dating men as a young lady, but only a desire for the safe intimacy of a woman. No more life left to live...only SCARS, pain and tears.

This "must read" novel walks the audience into the life of a true survivor, as well as a conqueror. The author, shares with her readers how this remarkable young woman faced her demons, and disappointments. Candace vividly, truthfully and emotionally unlocks her crushing secrets, revealing the medicine for her scars, while holding her readers attention until the last page of the book is turned. Candace allows this young lady to tell her heroic story candidly...and without shame!

Candace Cole has once again proven she is not only a gifted writer, but one who will have readers waiting in the wings to read her future writings.