When I was 17
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Book Description - When I Was 17
At seventeen, life felt endless - until the fire came.
When I Was 17 is a haunting, faith-driven journey through pain, rebellion, and redemption. It tells the story of a young man standing at the edge of darkness, searching for meaning in the ashes of his own mistakes.
Through heartbreak, loss, and divine confrontation, he discovers that the fire meant to destroy him was the same flame that would refine him.
This is not just a story of youth - it's a testimony of transformation, ofI finding God when the world goes silent.
Bold, honest, and unforgettable, When I Was 17 burns with the truth that even in the darkest season, grace still walks beside you.
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