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How Far Is Heaven Kindle Edition

by JE Spina (Author), John Spina (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition
5.0 out of 5 stars (12)
<b>READERS' FAVORITE BOOK AWARDS - 5-STAR REVIEW!</b><br> <br>

 

 
 
Parker and Priscilla Wilfork are happily married with two children. Life seemed perfect and peaceful until Parker goes on a business trip and does not return. Priscilla finds her world turned upside down when she searches for answers to how and why Parker disappeared.<br> <br>One night Priscilla has a dream that Parker is an angel. Does this mean that Parker is now dead? After two years and no sign of Parker except in her dreams, Priscilla makes the decision to tell her children that their father has gone to Heaven.<br> <br>Priscilla tries to get their lives back together until one day Deanna disappears too. Now Priscilla must go on a quest to find her daughter before it's too late. She fears her daughter's disappearance might be connected in some way to her husband's. Can Priscilla go on with her life if she loses Deanna too?<br> <br>With the help of a handsome police Sergeant, Blake Furelli, they work together to try to find Deanna and solve the mystery behind Parker's disappearance. During this trying time, Blake, who suffered a loss of his own, feels drawn to the ethereal beauty of Priscilla.
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  1. Print length
    306 pages
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  4. Publication date
    June 3, 2016
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J.E. Spina's How Far Is Heaven introduces the sudden disappearance of Parker Wilfork, a seemingly successful department store owner, after he travels to California for a mysterious business meeting. His wife, Priscilla, is left reeling, struggling to understand why he missed his flight home and can't be reached. The narrative follows Priscilla's desperate search for answers, navigating the cold indifference of Parker's wealthy parents and the frustrating dead ends provided by the police. Simultaneously, a separate storyline unfolds involving a man who kidnaps children, including a young boy named Peter who is later found, and eventually, Parker and Priscilla's daughter, Deanna. The central conflict revolves around Priscilla's quest for truth and the interconnected mysteries of Parker's disappearance and the child abductions. Can Priscilla unravel the mystery of her husband's and daughter's disappearances, even with the help of an investigator? The climax is as satisfying as it is unexpected.


How Far Is Heaven features genuinely flawed and relatable characters, and J.E. Spina has the unique gift of exploring the characters' emotions. The pain that Priscilla and her two children experience after her husband disappears is palpable. Priscilla is portrayed as a strong woman forced to confront unimaginable loss and uncertainty. Her past, marked by the deaths of her parents and a difficult upbringing, has instilled in her a fierce independence, which is tested by Parker's vanishing act and the subsequent disappearance of her daughter. Though absent for most of the book, Parker is depicted through Priscilla's memories as a loving husband and father, driven to provide for his family. His mysterious business dealings in California introduce a layer of intrigue to the story. Sergeant Blake Furelli offers a compassionate counterpoint for Priscilla's anguish. He is dedicated to solving the missing persons cases, and his past trauma of losing his wife and his son creates a powerful empathy with Priscilla's plight. This tale is well-plotted, impeccably written, and the captivating characters make it a must-read.

From the Author

This book was written in 2009 and came to me in a dream. I had to write it down before it was lost. I had many other books to publish at that time so I put this book on the back burner until I could edit it. I felt it was time to publish now. Hope readers will enjoy it

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01GM3G6M4
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ JE Spina
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 3, 2016
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.1 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 306 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Best Sellers Rank: #3,591,684 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
  • Customer Reviews:
    5.0 out of 5 stars (12)

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  1. Janice Spina

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    Janice Spina is a multi-award-winning author with 51 books of which there are 23 children's books,12 MG/PT books and five books in a YA series with one more coming over the next year, nine novels and two short story collections for 18+ written under J.E. Spina. She is also a copy editor, blogger, book reviewer, and supporter of fellow authors. Her husband, John, is her illustrator and cover creator. Watch for more books to come over the next few years.

    Jance has received the following awards for her books:

    16 Mom’s Choice Awards - 13 Silver Medals and 3 Gold Medals, 5 Readers’ Favorite Book Awards - Silver Medal, Bronze Medal, Honorable Mention and 2 Finalists, 21 Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards, 1 AUTHORSDB - Cover Contest, 2 Book Excellence Award Finalists, 2 Top Shelf Awards - First Place & Runner up, 2 Maincrest Media Awards.

    Her logo is Jemsbooks - books for all ages! Her motto is - Reading Gives You Wings to Fly! Come soar with Jemsbooks! Happy reading!

    Janice loves to hear from readers and appreciates and happily welcomes reviews.

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  2. J.E. Spina

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    JE Spina has been writing since she was a young child. She has published nine novels and two short story collections. Her novels, Hunting Mariah and Mariah’s Revenge, have been finalists in Authorsdb First Lines Contest. She has won many awards and five-star reviews for her novels. They are unputdownable thrillers and multi-genre stories.

    JE Spina looks forward to writing more entertaining novels in the years to come.

    She also writes under Janice Spina and has published twenty-three children’s books and 12 MG/PT/YA books, and five YA books in a fantasy series.

    She lives in New Hampshire with her husband, John, who is her illustrator and cover creator. Her logo and motto are Reading Gives You Wings to Fly! Jemsbooks for all Ages! Soar with Jemsbooks all year through!

    Her goal is to encourage all ages to read for their health and wellbeing so that they may become readers and thinkers of tomorrow.

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5 out of 5 stars
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  • Gigi Sedlmayer, Book Excellence Award Finalist winning author of the Talon series
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome read
    Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2023
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    I always wanted to read that book, "How far is haven" and finally i did it. I was not disappointed.
    It was gripping, with romance, love and lots of dangers. A great plot all the way through the book.
    And what a great ending. Well done, Janice.
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  • Sherry Ellis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Imaginative Story of a Father's Undying Love for His Family
    Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2020
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    How Far is Heaven is the story of a tragedy that befalls Parker and Priscilla, a happy young couple with two small children. When Parker mysteriously disappears, Priscilla's life is turned upside down. Knowing that Parker will never return, Priscilla enlists the help of Officer Blake who pieces together the parts to discover what happened to her husband.

    The story is interesting with a lot of moving parts that come together in the end. It has elements of mystery, suspense, and romance which makes it appealing to a wide number of readers. The most heartwarming part is the message that a father's love for his family can transcend even death itself. While there is a bit more of telling than showing throughout the story, it is still a very good read and one that many people will enjoy.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars "How Far is Heaven" is a page turner. Right ...
    Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2016
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    "How Far is Heaven" is a page turner. Right from the beginning, I was "hooked."
    Mystery, suspense, family morals, and a bit of romance made this novel well worth reading. Also intriguing, was the supernatural element of the story. I definitely look forward to the next novel by Janis Spina.
    I was also honored to see my name on the dedication page.

    Gloria Hughes
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  • DGKaye
    5.0 out of 5 stars Suspense, Family and Compassion
    Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2019
    Format: Kindle
    How Far is Heaven  offers a great mix of mystery, romance and angelic messages.A seemingly happy couple - Parker and Priscilla are broken up by a tragic incident when Parker ventures out for a business trip but never returns home. Priscilla finds help with trying to find her missing husband from a compassionate police Sargent, Blake, who makes it his mission to solve the mystery of her missing husband.
    In the midst of the investigation, more grief fills Priscilla when her 8 year old precocious daughter, Deanna, goes missing. We are left wondering how these two events are connected  and we're kept hoping through the investigation that Deanna will be found. Through the tragedy that ensues, Priscilla tries to keep it all together for the sake of her missing daughter and for her little boy. As the investigation continues, Blake finds himself taking a great shining to Priscilla as he feels a common bond with Priscilla's loss and his own recent suffering of a great loss. Blake's compassion for Priscilla grows into a friendship.Meanwhile, sweet Deanna keeps her hopes of being found alive because of her spiritual connection with her father's spirit and the 'promise' he made her that he'd always protect her.
    This book is a moving story of tragedy with faith and love sustaining everyone to keep hope alive while trying to maintain peace and normalcy within a loving family, all the while keeping us glued till the end, as we wait and hope to find out if the little girl will be found and what happened to her father.Love never dies, even after death.
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  • Balroop Singh
    5.0 out of 5 stars A gripping and positive story
    Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2020
    Format: Kindle
    How Far Is Heaven by J.E. Spina is a poignant story of Priscilla whose blissful life takes a sudden turn just with one incident – the mysterious disappearance of her husband. This book is a page-turner, as Spina keeps the readers on tenterhooks, keeping the hopes alive with the investigations and telling her children that their dad would return soon. Despite the darker aspects, this is a heart-warming and feel-good story that breathes positivity.

    Spina’s style is simple yet gripping, as she doesn’t waste a single word in dragging the story or dwelling on the emotional upheavals. Her characters find a quick solution to their problems; even Deanna knows how to handle the situation she was placed in. Parker’s presence adds a special charm to the story. Only Blake seems to be implausible but he has his own reasons for being so sweet. Highly recommended.
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  • Deanie Humphrys-Dunne
    5.0 out of 5 stars A captivating story you must have!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2016
    Format: Kindle
    "How Far is Heaven" is a spectacular story of a young family, Parker, his wife, Priscilla and their children, Robbie and Deanna. Parker and Priscilla were deeply in love and enjoying a wonderful life together until Parker mysteriously disappears without a trace. The story is captivating. I didn't ant to put it down. You can feel the emotions of the story so deeply that it brought me to tears. You'll be astounded by the connection between Parker and Priscilla that even death can't sever. There's no doubt you'll love the story as much as I did. It' magical. Award-winning author, Janice Spina, should be extremely proud of her abundant talents. She wove the story perfectly. I highly recommend it. * I was given a gift copy to review.
    Reviewed by children's author, Deanie Humphrys-Dunne
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  • Lorraine Price
    5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning Portrayal of a Father's Love and Protection For His Child Even After Death
    Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2016
    Format: Kindle
    I absolutely loved this story! I even read it twice. It started with a hook and kept me intrigued the whole way through. I really liked the plot, the romance, the danger, and the ending. There was no dragging. It took me a minute to get all of the nasty boys' names placed with who and what they were doing, but I just had to back up and re-read it to figure it out. There is a lot of action taking place in this book, and I didn't want to put it down. Get your copy today!
    4 people found this helpful
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  • Sarah Reviews
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Satistfying Read!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2016
    Format: Kindle
    The ever-talented Janice Spina does it again. Like in her other books, whether written for young children, teens or adults, "How Far is Heaven" hits the mark. You'll find it all in this entertaining book; suspense, emotions, good values, and a satisfying ending that fills you with anticipation for Spina's next creation. Highly recommended.
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