House of Wind

Not all abuse leaves bruises. Not all prisons have bars.

Wendi Burkham lives in an emotional prison she unwittingly walked into. Nobody understands, and her captor holds the keys.

Married to a respected pastor, Wendi lives a life others admire--with two children and a home that reflects faith, stability, and love. But behind closed doors, Wendi is trapped in a cycle of control, manipulation, and emotional abuse no one else can see--and no one would believe.

How do you escape when no one thinks you need to?

For sixteen years, she has stayed silent. Stayed faithful. Stayed afraid. Until one night forces her to choose between the life she has built . . . and the truth she can no longer ignore.

Her husband's warning echoes: "Planting wind only reaps a harvest of tornadoes."

But what if the storm is the only way out?

This powerful novel exposes the reality of emotional abuse—and the courage it takes to break free. Readers who enjoy thoughtful fiction with emotional depth will appreciate this novel in the vein of Amanda Cox, Katie Powner, Susie Finkbeiner, and Erin Bartels.

Perfect for readers who love:
--Emotionally powerful women’s fiction
--Stories of resilience and personal transformation
--Complex faith journeys
--Portrayals of real-life relationship struggles

PRAISE FOR HOUSE OF WIND:

"A riveting and powerful novel for anyone who's dealt with marital abuse or church manipulation. Explicit and enlightening, fast paced and thorough, House of Wind marks the physical, emotional, and spiritual journey from fear and despair to fragile hope and ultimate healing. Highly recommended."
~ CATHY GOHLKE, Bestselling Christy Hall of Fame author of Every Given Day

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"House of Wind is far more than a novel. It is a gritty and courageous examination of the difficult questions many Christians are afraid to ask. Laura DeNooyer challenges long-held notions about what a faithful wife and mother must endure, inviting readers to walk beside a reluctant heroine determined to save her marriage only to discover what it truly means to honor God, her community, her children, and herself.
Tender, thought-provoking, and ultimately hopeful, House of Wind will become a trusted companion for readers navigating the often-unspoken reality of narcissistic abuse within the church."
~ JANINE ROSCHE, M.F.C.S.— certified family life educator and ECPA bestselling, Selah Award-winning author of With Every Memory and The Road before Us

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"House of Wind is an engaging, emotional tale of one woman's escape from an abusive marriage while also navigating a spiritually abusive church. Author Laura DeNooyer handles these difficult topics with love, grace, and justice. While not a light read, one cannot help but root for the heroine to receive her happily ever after in freedom and healing."
~ DANIELLE GRANDIETTI, Holt Medallion award-winning author of Heart of Beauty

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"In House of Wind, Laura DeNooyer draws the reader into one strong woman's stand against emotional abuse. The struggle is realistically portrayed with emotional pull and thematic depth. I highly recommend this novel for anyone who has dealt with a narcissist, or those who know people who have. It's a novel that can stretch our empathy and grow our emotional intelligence. An important, impactful work of fiction."
~ SARAH HANKS, Selah finalist, Founder of Brave Authors, and multi-award-winning author of the Mercy series

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"With compassion and conviction, Laura DeNooyer takes an unflinching look at the realities of spiritual and emotional abuse while offering a hopeful reminder that God can bring beauty from ashes. House of Wind approaches these difficult, but timely and necessary themes with empathy and a desire to point readers toward hope and healing. Those who have been wounded by unhealthy church leadership will be encouraged that restoration and new beginnings are possible."
~ AMANDA WEN, author of The Rhythm of Fractured Grace