Read Between the Lies

About the Book

On tour to promote his runaway bestseller, African American author Tariq Spiegel is a guest on Carol Sanders' popular, nationally televised talk show. There, Tariq reveals the story behind his book-a tale that's filled with friendship love, betrayal, and salvation.

Tariq and Jamal Hammond have been like brothers for more than fifteen years. Tariq worships Jamal, a highly successful Houston defense attorney and charismatic ladies' man looking for everything but a long-term relationship. But things change when Tariq, the up-and-coming author often in Jamal's shadow, proposes to Anomie Beckford, a foreign-relations expert who works for the government. Afraid of losing his best friend, Jamal tests Tariq's decision with a bet that sends Tariq's world spinning downward.

Questioned loyalties, deceit, and heartbreak follow for Tariq, who must realize that he can't achieve true happiness, within himself, in his friendships, or in love, until he accepts the power of Jesus and God in his life. Read Between the Lies is a passionate and compelling look at forgiveness, redemption, and commitment to faith.

About the Author

Yusef West lives in Houston, Texas, with his wife and three children.