The Promise

Mallory?s search for happiness leads her to a faraway place. There she finds heartache, betrayal-and danger.Mallory Hammond is determined that no one will stand in the way of her goal-to save a life. She had that chance years ago, and she failed to take it, leaving her adrift and in search of the real meaning of her life. Finally, she meets a man online from a volatile corner of the world who offers her the chance to find that purpose. But she will have to leave everyone she loves behind in order to take it.Tate Webber has loved Mallory for many years. He understands that Mallory will never be happy with him until her deepest heart?s desire is satisfied. When Mallory decides to travel across the world to fulfi ll her dreams, Tate begs her not to go but tries to give her the space she needs. Mallory embarks on her dangerous journey only to discover how swiftly and easily promises can be broken. And Mallory can only pray that she will make it out alive.Inspired by actual events, The Promise is a riveting love story that asks the question: how far will we go for love??Takes readers to a place where promises mean something very different than expected, and where her protagonist realizes that the life that needs saving is her own. . . . Wiseman draws readers into a world of deception, danger, and defiance. Readers will feel the anguish of Mallory?s loved ones as they pray for her to make it home.? -Booklist  Review "Beth Wiseman has written an unforgettable book that takes the reader into the heart of darkness in the most complex society in the world, Pakistan.  The Promise has many tension-filled moments laced with wonderful imagery and detail.  Do not miss this book!"     ~ Jean Sasson, New York Times bestselling author of Princess: A True Story of Life Behind the Veil in Saudi Arabia"The story of Mallory inThe Promise uncovers the harsh reality American women can experience when they follow their hearts into a very different culture.  Her story sheds light on how Islamic society is totally different from the Christian marriage covenant between one man and one woman.  This book is based on actual events, and Beth reached out to me as the heartbreaking real-life story unfolded.  I salute the author's courage, persistence, and final triumph in writing a revealing and inspiring novel."     ~ Nonie Darwish, bestselling author of Now They Call Me Infidel "The Promise is an only too realistic depiction of an American young woman motivated by the best humanitarian impulses and naive trust, facing instead betrayal, kidnapping, and life-threatening danger in Pakistan's lawless Pashtun tribal regions.  But the story offers as well a reminder just as realistic that love and sacrifice are never wasted and that the hope of a loving heavenly Father is never absent in the most hopeless of situations."    ~ Jeanette Windle, best-selling and award-winning author of Veiled Freedom"Promises.  Easy to make, far easier to break.  Beth Wiseman tells a gripping story of promises, both made and broken.  Mallory's journey, along with Tate, is one for the ages.  The Promise is on my All-Star List."     ~Lis Wiehl, New York Times bestselling authorBestselling author Beth Wiseman (The House that Love Built) encourages readers to think through their feelings about Islam, Christianity, faith, love, and what it means to help others.  Her novel will challenge, encourage, and stimulate discussion among her loyal fans and first-time readers.     ~ Publishers Weekly About the Author Bestselling and award-winning author Beth Wiseman has sold over two million books. She is the recipient of the coveted Holt Medallion, a two-time Carol Award winner, and has won the Inspirational Reader?s Choice Award three times. Her books have been on various bestseller lists, including CBD, CBA, ECPA, and Publishers Weekly. Beth and her husband are empty nesters enjoying country life in south cen