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Michelle Lewis has recently enrolled at Redfern College, a Christian institution. Her father, Louis, wants her to attend a college that shares his religious beliefs. The Lewises have invited Michelle's tennis coach, David Norman, to dinner at a restaurant. Michelle has also invited her roommate, Clovis Ginch, and her tennis teammate, Abe. However, Louis does not approve of the friendship between Michelle and Abe because he is an Arab Muslim from Algeria. Unfortunately, Louis and his wife, Arletta, have to return to St. Louis because their church has exploded. Louis discovers that the criminals he had previously dealt with are behind the church's explosion because he owes them money. Meanwhile, Michelle begins to question if Redfern is the right fit for her due to the mistreatment of Abe by people on campus.
In his literary work, Pulley delves into the issue of hypocrisy among Christians who claim to accept everyone regardless of their background. To illustrate this, he introduces the character of Louis, who self-identifies as a Christian but does not tolerate Abe for who he is. Despite Louis' devotion to his religion, the author highlights his hypocrisy by portraying him as someone who associates with dangerous criminals. This creates a sharp contrast between Louis' words and actions, which further emphasizes his hypocrisy. The book also explores the dangers of intolerance and prejudice, which can hinder one's ability to look beyond appearances. It shows how these negative attitudes can lead to division, conflict, and misunderstanding. By shining a light on these issues, Pulley encourages readers to be more mindful of their beliefs and biases and strive for greater acceptance and understanding of others. The author urges individuals to reflect on their actions and beliefs and work towards creating a more inclusive and tolerant society.
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