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Stuck: Between the Badge and a Hard Place
The terrifying events of a humid June night in 1990 forever changed the seasoned police officer Jimmy Mack. After being nearly killed in the line of duty and forced into silence by a devastating injury, he is forced to face demons from five years ago that led him away from God and come to the realization that God may not have authored the tragedies that have molded and imbittered him, but God is present and is there to show him the way through them.
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Future Releases
Beyond Stuck
The continuation of Stuck: Between the Badge and a Hard Place leads Jimmy Mack deeper into a faith-strengthening chain of events that build fatigued relationships and show God’s presence in unbelievable ways.
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Youtube ReaderHouse Podcast interview
To be aired March 2025. An insightful interview into the creation of Stuck: Between the Badge and a Hard Place.
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Osprey Observer Interview
A short editorial for the local Valrico, Florida newspaper, The Osprey Observer, as reported by Taylor Wells.
Testimonials
★★★★★
Uplifting and
Barry D. McKinley’s books have a way of uplifting and inspiring readers. The stories make me think about God a lot differently.
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Adriana
Thought-Provoking and Meaningful
Barry D. McKinley’s books have a unique ability to provoke thought and provide meaningful insights. The characters and themes are relatable and real.
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Craig
Inspirational and Engaging
Barry D. McKinley’s storytelling skills and faith-based content make his books a must-read for anyone seeking uplifting Christian fiction. Highly recommended!
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John Q.
Captivating and Heartwarming
I loved Barry D. McKinley’s latest book. The characters and storyline were captivating, and the faith-based themes are thrilling but so real. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a heartwarming read.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Clay S.
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