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The Compass Lies
Paperback
Mystery & ThrillerChristian Fiction
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jul 24 2026
Pages: 144
Weight: 0.44
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Welcome to Harmony Glen, where faith meets fear, and truth lies hidden beneath the steeple.
The Compass Lies, the gripping first installment in the Beneath the Steeple series, unravels the delicate dance between mercy and justice within a small Appalachian town. As spiritual tensions rise, Callie Brennan steps off the bus into Harmony Glen, driven by the need to uncover the truth behind her mother's death.
Callie's pursuit leads her into the heart of a community cloaked in secrecy and a church shadowed by influence. As she grips her mother's old suitcase, a mix of hope and dread fills her spirit. Her path reveals a series of mysterious notes left by Eleanor Porter, the town's Gospel Stenographer, hinting at a threat lurking within the church's hallowed walls.
Determined to unravel the truth, Callie ventures into the Iron Quilters' Guild Workshop, deciphering symbolic patterns and uncovering the town's founding pact. Her discoveries paint a picture of spiritual upheaval, challenging the community's longstanding beliefs and testing their faith.
With the enigmatic Dr. Strife holding the town captive with his charismatic sway, Callie faces an uphill battle. As her allies grow, including the unexpected assistance of Grayson Hartwell, she inches closer to exposing the deceit hidden beneath Harmony Glen's serene facade.
Amidst mounting danger and the threat of public shame, Callie finds solace and renewed purpose in the support from Eleanor Porter and other town members. Guided by an old compass, she stands ready for the final confrontation at the Rust-Bellied Train Car, determined to dismantle Dr. Strife's sinister plans.
The Compass Lies is a story of resilience, where the battle for truth and justice is fought not just within the town, but within the hearts of its people. Callie's journey is one of forgiveness, faith, and the promise of a legacy that refuses to be silenced.
Join Callie as she navigates a world where every decision tests the spirit, and where offering grace becomes the ultimate act of courage.
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