She helps others manage their desperate lives–but who will help her? Clinical psychologist Camille Brooks isn’t put off by the lifestyle of her hoarding clients. After all, she lost her mother to the crippling anxiety disorder. She’ll go a long way to help others avoid the same pain and loss.

Despite Camille’s expertise, her growing audience for her Let in the Light podcast, and the national recognition she’s gaining for her creative coaching methods, there are some things she isn’t prepared for. A client who looks far too much like her mom catches her off guard. And the revelation that she’s also hoarding something sends her spinning.

Can she stand to let the light into her own life with the help of a friend who wants to stand by her for life and the God who created and loves her? Or will she find that defeating her demons proves too much to bear?

I’ve been wanting to read a Cynthia Ruchti book for years, but I’m not gonna lie — I was scared. So many people have commented on how they get “all the feels” from her books and her books touch on deep topics. I was afraid I might end up reading a melodramatic, tears-on-every-page story.

I’m so glad I ignored my fears and picked up this book — I loved it!

My favorites books, movies, and TV shows are the ones that make me laugh and cry. Afraid of the Light doesn’t shy away from the heartache of hoarding disorders, but neither does it beat you over the head with it. In fact, Eli (our hero) understands the heartache but still sees the humor and fun in life. That’s such a needed perspective (IMO) when you tackle the hard stuff.

There are definitely some weighty scenes in this book, but there’s also laughter and hope — a great combination. Now I’m REALLY looking forward to reading my next Cynthia Ruchti book.

Rated PG. Get your copy here!