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The Family that Lies Kindle Edition

by Lakisha Johnson (Author), LaQuisha Rucker (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Born 18 months apart, Merci and Grayce Alexander were as close as sisters could get. With a father who thought the world of them, life was good. Until one day everything changed.

While Grayce got love and attention, Merci got all the hell, forcing her to leave home. She never looks back, putting the past behind her until … her sister shows up over a decade later begging for help, bringing all of the forgotten past with her.

Merci wasn't the least bit prepared for what was about to happen next. Merci realizes, she’s been a part of something much bigger than she'd ever imagined. Yea, every family has their secrets, hidden truths and ties but Merci had no idea she’d been born into the family that lies.
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Writing this book with my twin sister was an amazing experience. It is my hope that you will enjoy the book as much as we enjoyed writing it. --Happy ReadingLaKisha & LaQuisha

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01MAZD49X
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Twins Write 2 (November 1, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 1, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3297 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 349 pages
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    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,074 ratings

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Lakisha Johnson

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LaKisha Johnson, author of Christian Fiction writes from her heart.

Over the course of her career, she’s won the 2018 Drunken Druid Book of the Year Award for her book, The Forgotten Wife, 2019 Top Shelf Christian Fiction Book of the Year for Dear God: Hear my Prayer, 2020 Distinguished Authors Guild Award for her book, I’m Not Crazy and was a 2020 TopShelf Women’s Fiction Finalist for her book, When the Vows Break.

In addition to being a self-published author, she’s also a wife of 24 years, mother of 2, grandmother of 1, Asst. Pastor, Sr. Business Analyst, Devotional Blogger and more. She’s a college graduate with 2 Associate Degrees in IT and a Bachelor of Science in Bible.

 

LaKisha writes from the heart, and this is why she doesn’t take the credit for what God does. If you were to strip away everything, you’d see that Lakisha is simply a woman who boldly, unapologetically and gladly loves and works for God.

Ask her and she’ll tell you, ”It’s not just writing, its ministry.”

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Mary Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful and inspirational plot line.
Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2023
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I love the way this bill encourages you to see past the sins of a person and see into the heart of God.
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Melissa Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars The family that lies
Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2024
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Wow wow wow. I had to stop on this book when her sister passed 😪 and the baby boy. But I was happy when they patched things up. And became sister's. Even though I'm married my sister is my best friend. But crazy part his how merci found out who her dad was.
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4.0 out of 5 stars So Many Lies!!
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2016
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Actual Rating 4.5 stars

I usually don’t read books laced with Christian undertones, but I must admit, I was thoroughly impressed by the story Lakisha & Laquisha told.

This book delved into a heart-wrenching tale of family secrets that have been submersed and preserved until they literally imploded. It shows well and true that what you do when you think no one is looking, will always catch up to you (the lies -so many lies- and secrets this family kept were ridiculous). It touched on issues such as abuse, infidelity, and deceit. It told how forgiveness was key in moving forward in life.

Merci and Grayce, daughters of a renowned pastor and born less than 18 months apart, grew distant after Merci grew tired of being the scapegoat for the woes of a family that didn’t seem to love her anymore. No matter her success in life, she just never seemed good enough. Her sister, Grayce was heralded as the “good sister” and their parents constantly compared them, regardless of the fact that it was completely unfounded. I can’t say too much without giving spoilers, but Grayce . . . WOW. Do not judge a book by its cover! My heart went out to Merci, but I was so very proud of her inner strength.

While the book, did have the typical hypocrites, I liked that it was told through the eyes of the one being hypocritical instead of just pointing out what others were doing wrong. It showed the internal struggle the sisters faced and it showcased that forgiveness was key in addressing the issues that this family faced.

This book was XXX rated (and boy did they have some potty mouths)!!! That was unexpected, but quite enjoyable! I didn’t like that the prologue told me what was going to happen in the end, but I was happy they left the assailant’s identity out. Overall, it was a very good read and I’d recommend it to others.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wow
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2020
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Outstanding read, this was my first book by this author and I doubt it will be my last.
Everyone tells a lie at some point in their life, no one is perfect. There are many reasons one might tell a lie. Liars have made a choice to tell the lie they are telling and perfect the work it takes to keep them.
Merci Alexander is a down to earth smart sister with her own home and a successful career, but in the relationship department she’s not doing so well. At age fourteen something fractured her relationship with her parents and she was no longer the apple of Pastor Alexander eyes.

Her sister Grayce, is a teacher and currently living with her sister Merci. Her story is a little different she is what some would call the good daughter, the one who can do no wrong, the apple of her father’s eyes. But is she wrong? Has she been living a lie as her sister seems to think the whole family is. Something is going on in this family and the only person who seems to think something fowl is going on is Merci.

This is a story of the Alexander family no standing in their truth and continuing to live in the lies.
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Tee Dev
5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing!!
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2016
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It's always refreshing to read Christian stories because we get to fully see just how much we struggle day by day to be better Christians and yet we fall short simply because we're human. I disliked so much how Mr. Alexander treated Merci and I knew early on that he had to have found out she wasn't his for him to change so suddenly. Never put your kids on a pedestal and think they won't do sinful things....Grayce was put so high but actually was the one who was living a double life than what her parents thought. I didn't think she'd get beat to death but was glad at least one baby survived. So happy for Merci....her strength endured in the end.....
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Sam C.
5.0 out of 5 stars What a book!
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2017
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This is the one of the first books that I've read where I am completely and utterly shocked. I mean, there was so much going on and so many twists and turns. It flowed and it kept you on your toes as you read. Reading this book had me in my feelings because I could relate so much to Merci in so many ways. I don't think her sister was mean spirited, but she definitely had some issues that she needed to work through; she just didn't realize it until it was too late. This book serves as a good dose of reality. Things that I took from this book; karma is a b****, you have to keep the faith, and true love can find you at the most inopportune times, but there is always light at the end of the tunnel. This just goes to show that lies will get you nowhere and in the end could cost you everything.
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musicgirl
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read. I have many books to still read, but this was one I re-read because it was such a great read.
Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2023
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Excellently written. I have many books to still read, but this was one I re-read because it was such a great read.
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berkeley jeffreys
5.0 out of 5 stars To All The Readers This Is Your Book!
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2018
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First let me start by saying this is my first time reading a book from these authors it won't be the last time I select a book from these fabulous authors. I haven't written a review for a book in awhile but, when I started a sample of this book I knew from the first page I had to purchase this book and, I'm glad I did. It's definitely a page turner,up all night ,who did it book ,why so many lies. The book revolves around 2 sisters but one sister is treated so badly by her parents so that was another why question for me. Don't want to give to much away but,this book is a FANTASTIC read and, I highly recommend it to all who loves a good book this is definitely it. Please read it you won't be disappointed. Enjoy your weekend and Happy Reading!
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Julia Bourne
5.0 out of 5 stars Lord have Merci
Reviewed in Canada on January 8, 2022
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I've read a dozen books from this author but I missed this one. Whoa...family secrets are so deep. Loved the story...one of my favorites from LJ's collection. And Melvin...wow if I wasn't saved...
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sunny dee
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Reviewed in Canada on March 24, 2017
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Great book, there should be a part 2.
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