{"product_id":"i-have-lived-paperback","title":"I Have Lived - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDouglas J. Lanzo\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Brian Johnson and Beth McKenzie have selflessly dedicated their lives in service to God, country, and fellow man. As their storybook wedding day unfolds, events from the past resurface and threaten to shake the future they've waited so long to share.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e From the neighborhoods of historic Maryland to the mountains of war-torn Afghanistan, Brian and Beth's story reveals the essence of living and trusting in God's purpose for our lives during the most trying of times. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eI Have Lived\u003c\/em\u003e is a remarkable, breathtaking novella filled with romance and suspense that will keep you on the edge of your seat, hoping it will never end-one of the best novellas ever.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Gregory M. Pacific \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRetired school teacher, counselor, supervisor, \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eand scholarship and academic director\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Doug has truly awakened his inner author and placed it on full display with \u003cem\u003eI Have Lived\u003c\/em\u003e! Punching well above its weight class, his novella draws you in as it weaves across continents, combining finely researched details with larger-than-life characters from Africa to Afghanistan, while its main character stays grounded by a love that is as deep as it is strong. Anyone who has been tested-or knows others who have-will find something sweet and meaningful in\u003cem\u003e I Have Lived\u003c\/em\u003e!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Mike Doniger\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFormer decorated U.S. Navy Submarine Officer, \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCOO and Founder of Chaberton Energy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eI Have Lived\u003c\/em\u003e presents an exceptional story that carries the reader through one man's journey of discovery, through courage, honor, sacrifice, hope, friendship, and romance, to God's unfailing love. From the close, intimate relationships borne in combat, to the touching bond between divergent souls met in the wilds of Africa, to the love of a special, faith-driven woman, this novella covers all the bases. It is a story about the deepest kind of injuries, and the greatest of all cures: the love of family and friends, and God's amazing grace. The story is compelling, with striking visuals, a unique depth of character, and a firm, unfailing commitment to Faith. The author has dug deep to create this remarkable novella and I recommend it wholeheartedly.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Dave Pratt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthor of the \u003cem\u003eHome Team\u003c\/em\u003e series\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLieutenant Colonel (Retired), U.S. Army\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A compelling and inspirational story of true heroes. Doug Lanzo does an extraordinary job of portraying the dedication, courage, and passion of the post-9-11 American veteran and of the spouses and partners who love them.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e-E.G. Matthews\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombat Army Veteran, Afghanistan and Iraq\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eI Have Lived\u003c\/em\u003e is an excellent romance novella that keeps the pages turning with effective use of flashbacks. Extremely well written and well researched, I felt like I received a genuine insider peek into the sacrifices and brotherhood of armed forces as well as the culture and traditions of the Maasai people. I would highly recommend this book.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Darwin Olympia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eManaging Director, Shields \u0026amp; Company\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A captivating blend of human behavior and spirituality. Merits not just one, but multiple readings. I enjoyed \u003cem\u003eThe Year of the Bear\u003c\/em\u003e but Mr. Lanzo outdid himself with this novella.The epilogue was beautiful . . . I had to stop and take a moment to worship.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Rebeca Cortez\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBehavior Analyst and Social Media Influencer \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 146\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.31 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 30, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51774365991200,"sku":"9781649604071","price":18.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/f2c6a47d454a837f7ed466bbd3fe1f2f.webp?v=1780447496","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/i-have-lived-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}