Be careful what you wish for. You just might get it. To young Josh, music is the most beautiful thing in the world. He dreams of being a great singer, but just doesn't have the skill. Then a mysterious man grants him the gift of a stunning voice and Josh is amazed at the beautiful music he can make. The young farm boy doesn't realize that his gift comes with a price. Years later, when the time finally comes to pay, Josh discovers that he had the talent inside him all along. Is it too late, or must he pay the ultimate price? The Tainted Gift: A Gospel Suspense Story is about faith and the love of God we have inside us. Steve N. Dab'ney grew up on the South Side of Chicago and then joined the Army. He is now a disabled vet. This is his first book. Andrew "Deck" Gray was born and raised on the South Side of Chicago, joined the church at a young age, and became an ordained minister. He is still active in the church today.