About the Book:

Can darkness ultimately sing a melody of redemption?

Cecilia’s grip on her closely guarded secret threatens to scar her for life. Fueled by newfound independence yet frightened and uncertain about the future, she soldiers her way to college to pursue her dream of becoming a lawyer. Despite academic success, she soon becomes overwhelmingly distracted – taunted by voices of shame and haunted by a deep anger toward the God she perceives has abandoned her if he was ever there at all.

Determined to fight for justice for everyone else, can Cecilia learn to fight for herself? Can she discover liberation and healing from her personal torment, or is she doomed to a lifetime of regret and self-loathing? Can she learn to trust the one man who loves her unconditionally, or will she keep the door to her heart tightly closed forever?

Cecilia’s journey reminds us all that When Darkness Sings its loudest, we have the opportunity to become our strongest.

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What People are Saying:

  • A book that shifts your spiritual journey in an uncommon way.

    “Wow and Wow! I could not put this book down. The character is desperate and seeking in every corner of life. If you can connect to to the following questions, you MUST get this book. 1. Is the battle in your head about to burst in your journey for wholeness? 2. Have you tossed and turned only to find yourself back within the same patterns? 3. Do you wish you could engage with an authentic person like you who found the answers to their turmoil? If the answer is yes to all of these questions, then this book is for YOU!! It is an ABSOLUTE page turner that will not be able to put down until you get to the end. I could not help but bond with the character in this book as I read it. I wanted to kno w more and more and more and finally the end was so unpredictable that by the end I felt like I had gone into someone else's world while feeling all my five senses feeling all the roller coasters in the journey. Join the character in their raw and open journey of finding redmeption in a seemingly unresolvable entanglement.”

    - Tamara Lewis

  • A worthwhile read! Darkness cannot stay in the light.

    “I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It touches on a number of difficult circumstances people might encounter in their life. Having worked with kids in the Foster system, I found the portrayal of many things to be very realistic and true to life. I loved the way the best friends interacted. Real friendship is healing, love is healing & ultimately God is healing. It made me reflect with gratitude on the people who have been there for me. While everyone may not feel as Cecilia did about her choices, many do. Thankfully healing is possible, forgiveness and peace are always within your grasp. It is a personal journey and it may not look the same for everyone, but darkness cannot exist in the light. When we are able to acknowledge and face things kept in the dark, they lose their power over us and healing can begin. The end of the story felt like just the beginning of a new chapter for her. I hope there’s a sequel as I know God uses ALL things for our good and His glory, so I look forward to hearing more about her bright future.”
    - Tarheel_81

  • Beautiful and Soul Grabbing

    “When Darkness Sings Redemption’s Melody is a beautiful look at the journey of forgiveness of oneself.
    It is so well written, it’s like watching a movie as it compels you to turn the next page to see what is coming.
    This book will stir your emotions and compassion as you are taken along the journey of finding forgiveness and the role our Heavenly Father has in it.
    I loved this book and highly recommend it!”

    - R. Little

  • Loved this so much!

    “This book was just wonderful! It dealt with some hard topics but was also funny and very uplifting. It was so nice to read a book with such a great message that brings hope. Hope to read another book by this author!”

    - Katie

  • A book for women of all ages with a past that haunts

    “This book is written for women who have experienced brokenness in their lives and need hope. The story is engaging and kept me reading until the end.”

    - Dani

  • Fantastic Book!

    “This book took me a minute to get into...but after the groundwork was laid, I was hooked! It's a beautiful story of a life filled with hurt and transformed by Jesus healing power.”
    - Ann

  • To put your trust in God.

    “Very interesting and touching.”

    - Belinda Spencer

  • Gripping tale of healing and redemption.

    "Truth buried. Emotions stuffed. Smile pasted on."

    That's how Cecilia deals with a series of traumas, pushing herself to be the valedictorian of her North Carolina high school so she can escape her troubled family life. But while studying law at the University of Texas, she's forced to face her past before it destroys her future.

    Donna McElroy tells a gripping tale of trauma, healing, forgiveness and redemption. She handles sensitive topics with delicacy and grace, offering hope in even the darkest of situations. It's clear she has a heart for those who've struggled as Cecilia has. Once you start Cecilia's story, you won't want to put it down until you reach the triumphant ending.

    - Amy Miller

Donna McElroy

Meet the Author

As an author, artist, board-certified mental health coach, and registered nurse, I am overjoyed to share the exciting news of my debut novel, When Darkness Sings – Redemption’s Melody, released in January 2025.