Touched by Love

by Soecy Gummels

Soecy Gummels skillfully weaves love, tragedy, and discovery into a gripping novel that immerses her readers in the complex lives of her characters with a captivating plot that links two distincitve tales of the power of love and friendship. Journey into the lives of Joshua McGuire and Angelina Jordan, enriched with exhilarating humor and a pendulum of emotions. Discover the secrets, sorrows, and fun of an unlikely couple who prove the old adage that opposites do attract. Josh and Angelina are touched by a love set against the cultural and social backdrop of the past - a past that reveals the poignant relationship between a young African-American woman rendered mute by a brutal rape and the handsome doctor who falls under her spell.

(From Publisher)

Soecy (pronounced "Susie") Gummels spends her time between Suriname and the United States. She has always been extremely fond of the sound, sight, and every nuance in the feel and taste of "words." Writing has always been her favourite hobby, and she has written children's stories, poetry, and prose. Travelling is her favourite "sport," and she delights in experiencing the wonders of other cultures and communicating with people. Most of all, she revels in the joy of the one constant in her life: her family.