A faith-based historical novel of trust in the face of doubt

When seven-year-old Rusty Truett runs away from his movie star mother in Hollywood, he knows exactly where to go—straight to his hero, Navy veteran Brian "Jack" Jackson, living across the country in New York.

Recovering from injuries that ended his Navy and Broadway careers, Jack is trying to find new meaning in life, while also learning more about the new faith he never knew he needed. Standing staunchly beside him, Dorrie Martin—the young woman who has already seen him through some of his most challenging days—isn't about to stop now.

When Rusty shows up on Jack's doorstep, desperate and afraid, Jack knows he can't turn away the little boy who once meant so much to him, and who needs him so much now. Rusty's mother isn't ready to let him go, but Jack is determined to give him the family and foundation he needs.

This sequel to “The Brackman Ticket”—a story of second chances, found family, and the transformative power of choosing love and faith over fear—may be enjoyed as a stand-alone novel or as a continuation of the first novel.

A faith-based historical novel about one man’s reluctant journey toward discovery.

When America enters World War II, brash Broadway star Brian “Jack” Jackson enlists in the Navy, leaving the spotlight and his glamorous fiancée behind. Aboard ship, he forms an unlikely friendship with fellow gunner Drew Brackman, a seminary student in civilian life, whose quiet faith challenges everything Jack thought he knew.

Back home, the women in their lives await their return. Jack's fiancée, Loretta, dazzles on magazine covers, while Drew's girl, Dorrie, runs the breakfast counter at a Manhattan five-and-dime. Different realities, one hope—an end to war and reunion with the men they love.

In the midst of the chaos, Drew Brackman's simple analogy of "The Ticket" provides a glimmer of hope to Jack and others around him.

A World War II story of unlikely friendship, hard choices, and the invitation that changes everything.