Examining and trusting in fundamental truths runs throughout this week’s Newsmax Rising Bestsellers. One conveys the notion that the individual and society can place trust in God, while another offers that when entering an unsavory line of work, there is no one worth trusting. In a third, a well-known legal authority advises that in these tumultuous times, place trust in the wisdom of the nation’s founders and the fundamental truth of the Constitution, and a final suggestion purports a fundamental truth that one should trust their gut instincts for self-protection in a dangerous world. Changing genres, a fiction pick tells a gripping tale of trust and mistrust, seasoned with a sprinkling of the occult, from the imagination of a New York Times bestselling novelist.
“Finding Hope Navigating an Obscure Path: Learning to Trust God When You Can Barely Understand Him,” by Bruce Wolff (Fidelis Publishing)
Author Bruce Wolff found hope, and ultimately God throughout his travels in Africa alongside his missionary father and during his own missionary work closer to home. He relates the experiences that taught him to trust in God, and the memorable life he lived in the service and celebration of the Creator. It’s filled with his first-hand experiences that offer valuable insights, augmented by biblical truths, that will inspire and give value to readers of all ages. “Bruce’s book, ‘Finding Hope Navigating an Obscure Path,’ is fascinating and engaging, from his exciting journeys in Africa to his time spent on the mission field closer to home, wrote Alex Newman, president of Liberty Sentinel Media, Inc. “With brutal honesty that will both encourage and mesmerize, Bruce shares incredible details about an incredible life lived for the glory of God.” [Nonfiction]
“A Killing in Cannabis: A True Story of Love, Murder, and California Weed,”
by Scott Eden (Spiegel & Grau)
This tome tells the story of Tushar Atre, a Silicon Valley tech executive and Santa Cruz venture capitalist. After meeting Rachael Lynch, a maverick cannabis grower and dealer, he became a cannabis entrepreneur himself. However, he was too talented as a businessman in this now-legal industry, and there were rumors that he was also dealing in the black market. Because of it, Atre made enemies. He was kidnapped from his Santa Cruz beachfront mansion in October 2019, and hours later he was found brutally murdered at his marijuana farm 14 miles away. “True crime doesn’t come much better than this. . . . [Eden’s] ability to dig into how marijuana is grown one minute and generate top-shelf suspense the next sets the account apart,” wrote Publisher’ Weekly in its starred review. [Nonfiction]
“Rage and the Republic: The Unfinished Story of the American Revolution,” by Jonathan Turley (Simon & Schuster)
George Washington University law professor Jonathan Turley explains that most modern nations are the offspring of revolution. In the case of the United States, however, the founders were concerned that self-rule — where the people are the masters and politicians the servants — could eventually lead to despotism, which plagued most other democracies since ancient Greece. Turley reveals little-known facts about our founding that has protected the United States from this cycle in the past. But the 21st century has ushered in radical forces that seek to introduce radical changes that they call reform — an age of rage bringing forth a crisis of faith. “Those dueling impulses, rage and reason, are the focus of “Rage and the Republic,” said Adam J. White for the Wall Street Journal. “The question of democratic rage is timeless, and Mr. Turley’s historical narrative is sweeping — from the trial of Socrates to the rhetoric of Huey Long.” [Nonfiction]
“Street Smarts: Trust Your Instincts, Outsmart Danger, and Stay Safe in a World That Isn’t,” by Dannah Eve (William Morrow)
Author Dannah Eve submits that being street smart comes down to awareness — being aware of your environment, the danger it poses, and the image you project within that environment. These are just a few of the rules she lives by:
- Lie to survive: You don’t owe a stranger your truth. Especially if it compromises your safety.
- While commuting: Never leave any personal information visible — such as your workplace ID, name tag, or packages showing your address.
- On vacation: Walk with confidence and a strong stride; a distracted person is an easy target.
- At school: Research and use the available campus shuttles and safety services.
- Online: Phishing emails, fake texts, scare tactics — don’t bite, don’t click. If it’s “urgent” or too good to be true, it’s probably a scam.
- At a concert or other public place: Plan your exit strategy before you need it
.“Eve expands on the content from her popular Street Smart Blonde social media accounts in her first book, offering accessible advice on safety strategies for daily life,” Library Journal wrote. “Eve offers many practical tips to implement in this useful and engaging guide." [Nonfiction]
“The Shop on Hidden Lane,” by Jayne Ann Krentz (Berkley)
The Harper and Wells families are a modern-day Hatfields and McCoys – without the bloodshed. Despite regarding one another with deep suspicion for four generations, the two families share a pact that always binds them. They share the responsibility for protecting a long-buried and very dangerous secret. On second thought they may be more likened to the Montagues and Capulets of Romeo and Juliet fame. Family members are shocked to learn that a Harper woman and a Wells man have been sleeping with one another and are now missing. Sophy Harper and Luke Wells disregard generational distrust and set off on a joint investigation to find their missing kin, to get at the truth, and protect their families’ joint secret. "This pulse-pounding romantic thriller... is satisfyingly executed, as are the paranormal elements, which add an extra layer of intrigue,” wrote Publishers Weekly. “Krentz’s fans will not be disappointed.” [Fiction]
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