James Raven needs saving. Poor choices, guilt and desperation, trap him in a marriage he doesn't want to survive. Salvation comes in its own good time, and with a heavy price. Bloodstained hands bury secrets deep in the Loess Hills of Missouri. What have we done? Stones now cover their tragic past, yet the question remains?how long can a man hide his sins. Casting Stones ? New Unabridged Version, includes the three short stories of this series, published in early 2012: Prelude, Casting Stones and Conclusions. Amazon.com Reviews: PRELUDE ? 5 Stars "?a short but powerful introduction to the characters of the upcoming full-length novel. Esther Barton is particularly delicious." DMS CASTING STONES ? 5 Stars "This book was a masterpiece when it comes to getting you invested in the characters and the story." Eric Dunn. CONCLUSIONS ? 5 Stars "After the gripping, torturous tale told in Casting Stones, this Conclusion did a super job wrapping up the loose ends in the characters' lives and resolving my aching questions. Thank you, Ms. Barlean I can now sleep tonight." Char in Boise.