Summary
Ten-year-old Tre and twelve-year-old Troy live happily with their single mom, Aileen, in Washington D.C. Aileen struggles to provide a decent living for her sons and instills in them a keen sense of brotherhood. When tragedy strikes, the brothers are separated and placed in foster care. Troy flourishes in an environment of love, while Tre flounders in one of abuse and humiliation. Subsequently, Troy grows up to become a prestigious preacher, while Tre is lured to the street life and becomes a prosperous pimp. The brothers' contrasting lifestyles create friction between them for a preacher and a pimp could never walk the same path. Their tense relationship deepens when one woman, irresistibly drawn to them both, is caught in the middle. How will the brothers fare when they face off? Who will get the girl, and who will be left with a broken heart?
A gripping and suspenseful tale of love and hate, sin and salvation, and godliness and devilment, Brotherhood and Betrayal, The Preacher and the Pimp, Book One, gives readers a fascinating look into the lives of two brothers whose differing professions lead to surprisingly similar journeys filled with secrets, lies, and betrayal. Everything culminates with a catastrophic twist that no one will see coming.
Readers' Favorite Reviews
"An emotional, gripping, thrilling story. Easy to read and well-written."
"The tragic story and well-developed characters completely absorbed me. I could not wait to find out how it all ends."
"I couldn't drop this book because it was raw, intense, and evoked emotion."
"A fascinating tale. Complex and thoroughly compelling to read."
"If you're itching for a crime drama novel with relevant social commentary, I suggest Brotherhood and Betrayal."
About the Author
Gwen Sutton is an award-winning author and playwright who writes to inspire others to seek Christ and lead victorious lives through His grace. With this goal in mind, Gwen founded Lift Him Up Productions, Inc. to lift up the Gospel of Christ through books, plays, and other works. She currently serves as President and CEO of the organization.
Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, Gwen now resides in Alexandria, Virginia, with her husband.
