I Pick You by Creston Mapes

I PICK You by Creston Mapes
Series: Book Three of Six in the Signs of Life Series
Publisher: Rooftop Press (December 9, 2020)

Review by Gwen M. Plano

Creston Mapes’ I Pick You blew me away. This fast-paced, rollercoaster story kept me glued from the very first page. The pace is truly electric.

The story is one that is all too familiar – a young woman, Sunny, is caught in an abusive relationship. Under Mapes’ masterful hand, readers not only feel her terror, but they also learn why it is complicated for victims to escape such relationships.

Set in Portland, Oregon, we accompany the protagonist, police officer Wayne Deetz, as he tries to protect Sunny. He’s challenged by both the victim’s circumstances and the riots demanding defunding of the police. Readers experience the haunting choices from Deetz’s vantage point – his own family’s needs and those of a young woman. Sacrificing sleep and comfort, Deetz struggles with balance and turns his worries into prayers.

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With his eyes closed and a cool breeze blowing into the car, Deetz silently recited Jesus’s words from the scripture that had helped him keep his sanity: Peace I leave with you, my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your heart be troubled and do not be afraid.

He forced himself to feed on those words.

He’s given you supernatural peace He’s here. He’s in you.

I Pick You, Creston Mapes

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This is the second book that I’ve read by Creston Mapes, and I now consider myself a fan. The writing is skilled, and the story is heart-pounding. If you like fast-paced thrillers, you’ll enjoy this story. I read the book in one sitting because I simply could not put it down. As for the characters, they are believable and relatable, as in next-door neighbors or even family. Aside from the abuser, I felt protective of each and relieved when all the characters were safe.

I give this book five phenomenal fish. If you’d like some spark in your day, consider I Pick You. I’m pretty certain, you won’t be disappointed.

I purchased the Kindle version of I Pick You.