Mercy, Mercy Me — Ronn Elmore

He's the super-hot star of the first African-American-owned Christian television network. He's also attracted to two accomplished, brilliant, and godly women. But Dr. Dwayne Grandison's life is about to explode in a devastating scandal that could destroy everything he has built-and force him to make the most wrenching decision of his life.

Ever since he was young, Dwayne Grandison has been a student of the Bible. Now, as a highly trained psychologist, he continues to use the Word to counsel others on their problems. Guiding everyone from the humblest church member's to the biggest celebrities, Dwayne becomes one of the most successful therapists in Los Angeles. Then his own marriage falters and his wife is killed in a tragic car accident. Disillusioned, he questions himself and his faith.

Racked with uncertainty, Dwayne doesn't feel he is spiritually sound enough to give his best to the new counseling program in his church. He also doesn't think he can truly help its founder, ex-celebrity Nina Jordan, a woman who is as appealing as she is down to earth and compassionate. When renowned evangelist Beverlyn Boudreaux asks him to do a self-help show for her network, it seems like a blessing both for himself and the millions who need God's healing.

Dwayne's anointed counsel and homespun wit soon make him a major celebrity. At first he enjoys the glittering perks and power of being in the spotlight-as well as the attention of the dazzling Beverlyn. Yet all the grueling hours and increasing compromises pull him further and further away from truly helping others-and from Nina. And when rumors erupt linking him to one of gospel's hottest male singers, he is accused of the unthinkable and faces losing more than he ever imagined.

Now, as Dwayne sets out to reclaim his life, he must trust God to help him as he chooses between desire and blessings, between the love he wants and the one he really needs.