Reader Reviews

"I felt that I needed to write you regarding your book. I ordered it the day it went on sale, got it 2 days later, started it the next morning and finished it before I fell asleep the same night. I do a lot of reading but rarely do I read one cover to cover the same day I get it. Iﾒve not dealt with Hepatitis C but a different type of enemy. Your book mirrored many of my experiences and gave me encouragement and insight into my own feelings and what my family has had to deal with during my own struggle with a medical problem."....RICK CROUCH

"I just wanted to let you know how truly touched I have been by reading your story. As a nurse, I was interested in hearing a patients' side of the treatment. I took the book with me to my daughters orthodontic appointment on Monday afternoon. I didn't expect to spend the entire hour in the orthodontists office, and I didn't expect to have read more than half the book while I was there. I truly didn't expect to be sitting in their waiting area with tears running down my face. Your trial seems so unjust, but your faith will bring you great reward. There have only been two things in my life that have strengthened my faith tremendously, and that is "The Passion of the Christ" and your book. Thank you for sharing your story and your faith. I have purchased a second copy to keep in my office and have plans to share it with my next Hep C patient. God Bless You and your family."....KAREN WEISS

"But I just want to say again how your book touched me. I watched 33/40 all the time and if it makes you feel any better I could never tell when you felt bad. You were always so professional and good. When I got to the part in your book where you fell and your wife and Cole picked you up, I had to just put the book down and cry. I, and I guess we as the public never realized what you were going through."....SHARON

"Dear Mark,
I received my copy of "Silent Storm" last week & couldn't put it down. That is such a compelling story of what you went through! I pray that God has healed you FOREVER - but He has been able to use you in a mighty way. It seems like so many people have a story about how cancer, hepatitis or some other deadly desease has affected their lives & those of their families. I don't know how anyone could get through these situations without God! I never understood why God chose to take my father or aunt through such a tough battle with cancer, but THEY did! And they taught all of us so much through their courage and faith. I've always loved that saying "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger"... You and your wife must be very strong people! I have visited your church with my stepdaughter often and I know that your church family stood by you and prayed for you every day. I don't know what we would do without our church brothers and sisters, do you? Anyway, I've never written to an author for any reason before. I just wanted to thank you for sharing your story. I've passed the book on to a friend who is going through a tough disease right now. I know our church (in Decatur) would love to have you come and speak if your schedule ever permits. You are such an inspiration! I pray you enjoy great health every day, now and in the future and God's richest blessings on you, your wife and children.
God Bless You!"....CINDI SCALES

"This is a book for everybody! I laughed, cried and did some soul searching while reading it. It will strengthen all who read it, whatever enemy you may be battling. It shows the strength of faith and family. I would encourge anybody to take the time to read this book."....KELLY JONES

"Your book shows what faith in God can do for anyone who believes.I enjoyed reading it and will pass it on to others."....CYNTHIA CLEMENTS

"I read your book this weekend and I don't remember ever being so emotional from reading a book. I felt for you and your depression and admire your wife and children so much"....TAMMY GLAZE

"I was very touched by your book.I did not realize you were that sick.Or what your family was going through.Glad your better.Praise God for healing you!"....PAULA HARDING

"Thank you for many years as a Christian example on TV and radio. After reading your book all I can say is our God is faithful and can do anything. You are loving proof. Thank you for sharing your personal story with the rest of the world. It's a reminder that God is still in the miracle business."....RACHAEL WHITE

"Thank you so much for sharing your story. I received your book as a Christmas gift and completed it that night. I am currently under treatment now and it was so reassuring that I am not alone in the emotional roller coaster that accompanies the treatment which is fed by the disease. Your story has given me encouragement to continue. God Bless you and your family."....KIM WADE

"Your book is great. I really enjoyed reading it. I really learned a lot of things I didn't know. Thanks."....LAURA