Dandelions Never Die Series

First, in these books you will see that being strong, smart, honorable, masculine men, is not toxic, but it is a God-given quality, AND that being a strong, smart feminine, lovely woman as a companion to a man, and being a mother is a special calling indeed. You will also see that...... God has a plan. When Shelley, a young mother, is surprised by a random act of violence, her life turns into a prison of fear for which she cannot find the key. Yet when she takes one small step to help herself, God's plan begins to unfold.   Eric has known God since he was a small boy trapped in a cave where he was visited by an angelic messenger. His life is dedicated to serving God, so when he begins having dreams about a woman in peril he sets out to search for her. However, when he finds her, things do not go as he planned. Evil asserts itself, causing extensive damage, yet miraculously, that evil is the catalyst for unlocking the door to Shelley's prison. God does indeed work in mysterious ways. This is a Christian novel, but it is no fluffy Hallmark romance. (Though I love me some Hallmark movies!) This story, and subsequent stories in the series are about real, gritty, issues, the evil that people face in this world, and how Psalm 18:4-6 is real and true:   "The sorrows of death compassed me, and the floods of ungodly men made me afraid. The sorrows of hell compassed me about: the snares of death prevented me. In my distress I called upon the Lord, and cried unto my God: he heard my voice out of his temple, and my cry came before him, even into his ears."

Book 2 of the Christian Drama Series - DND In Jesus' Name. DND#2 Suffer the Children In Jesus' Name introduces new characters, but eventually all the people in this world will come together.       Twelve-year-old Caroline found a true friend when she found Toby. Even as a young teen, he recognizes the signs of abuse. For a brief moment in time he becomes Caro's knight in shining armor. Caroline begs Toby to keep her secret and he swears he will, until they are torn apart by circumstances beyond their control.       Fifteen years later, Caro believes she has put her past behind her. Now a southern girl struggling to survive in the New York jungle, she steadfastly makes her way through each day, dealing with life's problems, which includes her lowlife landlord. Caro doesn't know God, but He knows her. She deals with her problems the same way she deals with everything, without complaint, straightforward, one foot in front of the other. Unfortunately, Caroline discovers she has not put her past behind her. But God has a plan.       Country music's most eligible bachelor, Toby Nash, doesn't even realized he's stopped believing in love, at least not the kind written about by poets. And then, he runs into his old childhood friend in the most unlikely of places. Stunned to find the girl who's haunted him for fifteen years, he realizes why he's never found love.       Vanquishing both old and new demons together, they learn about life, about sacrifice, about survival and eventually learn to believe in love again. Through the trials they face, and the mistakes they make, they learn that God indeed has a plan.         Author's Note: #2 in the DND series covers many issues including child abuse, rape, alcoholism, incest and mental illness. My intention is not to dwell on these negative things but to help those who have been touched by these things by pulling them out of hiding, shining a light to expose them,  and hopefully bring the injured parties closer to God through His healing light. My intention is to remind everyone that real love does exist. It is beautiful and it is possible, for we can "do ALL things through Christ who strengthens us."   "When his disciples heard it, they were exceedingly amazed, saying, Who then can be saved? But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible."                         Matthew 19:25-26

DND #4 Weeds Grow - In Jesus' Name   Martial arts superstar, Ricky Kino, is unhappy with his "playboy" style of life. He makes three decisions: Get back to God, get back to his foundations, and to go after what (and whom) he really wants. Coincidentally, the moment he gets home, strange things begin to happen, things that begin to tear the Kino family apart. But God's timing is perfect.   A phantom from the past asserts himself into the Kino family, intent on destruction. Seeds are planted and weeds grow rampant, trying to break apart and destroy the firm Kino foundation. Ricky must step in and take control in order to save his family and protect those he loves most in the world. Welcome back to the Kino family. This one is a fun and wild ride that will motivate and inspire everyone. Discover how facing trials and tribulations can either destroy us, or make us powerful. How we choose to handle what God presents us with will determine the outcome. We can be God's warriors. God is with us.         "Weeds Grow rocks. First, I love the way Eric's and Shelley's story continues to grow. Ricky is definitely all grown up and more devastating than ever. So many twists and turns all over the place I feel as if I'm in a high speed car chase. Loved this one!" ~Eryn Clements~ "After finishing the fourth McCartney Green novel, I still can't get enough. The characters have touched my heart. I feel as if I have lived the events right along with them. Everything is so real. McCartney, you are amazing!"  ~Amy Goulding~   Sometimes the weeds begin to grow because we forget to put on the full armor of God. The Belt of Truth, the Breastplate of Righteousness, the Gospel of Peace, the Shield of Faith, the Helmet of Salvation, the Sword of the Spirit/Word, and Prayer. Ephesians 6:10–18.   In this story we focus on the Breastplate of Righteousness. The breastplate was the piece of armor that gave protection to the vital organs, most importantly, the heart. When a soldier wasn't quick enough to take up his shield against the  unexpected advances of the enemy, the breastplate was there to protect. But what if the breastplate had cracks? Then the weeds, (the enemy,) will find a way to get through. When we knowingly make a decision to be unrighteous, to turn our backs on the laws of God, we put cracks in the breastplate.   The laws and commandments of God are not given to us to make life hard, any more than telling our children to not play in the street is to make things difficult. We tell our children that because we love them and want to keep them safe. God's laws are given to us for the same reason. (Though this is a simplistic illustration.) When we know right from wrong and willfully choose wrong, then there will be a battle coming on. There are consequences to every choice.   'Weeds Grow-In Jesus' Name' touches on many evil things that people face in this earthly life, such as revenge, sexual promiscuity, rape, torture, murder and death. As horrible as these things sound, the Bible addresses all of them and we find that we can and WILL overcome them all. This book also addresses honesty, the importance of family, loyalty, prayer, courage, strength, faith, and love. The Bible too addresses these beautiful things and tells us how to obtain them all.     If we must be likened to weeds in any way, then let us take on their good qualities. Let our love grow like a weed. Let our faith be strong against barren ground, like a weed. And let our fruit multiply like a weed, for, Dandelions Never Die!

DND #3 Finding Home-In Jesus' Name  Stunned by her own mother's unbelievable betrayal, Lisa Lewis, begins a mad dash across the country searching for a home she's never known. Near the end of her long journey, on a lonely country road, she brazenly walks right into the middle of Chaz Stewart's cattle crossing and changes both of their lives forever. Chaz Stewart, military veteran and ex-paramedic for the county, lives in a world of hurt and pain. He helps run the family ranch, forcing himself to deal with life the best he can. And then, he comes across a fiery, red-head in need of being rescued. But does he rescue her, or does she rescue him? God is so amazing. Lisa has never known a real home, or family, or even understood how most people live and interact with each other. And she has definitely not known God. Chaz, who grew up going to church every Sunday and Wednesday night, who's loving family has been there for him every step of the way, cannot find his way out of the darkness. In the small town of Pine Forest, Lisa experiences the wonders of home and family for the first time in her life. But somebody isn't quite so happy about her arrival. What begins as dangerous pranks turns quickly into life and death struggles and Lisa learns that real families stick together through thick and thin. More importantly, her discovery that God is real leads Chaz out of the darkness and into the light. Proverbs 3:33 "The curse of the Lord is on the house of the wicked, But He blesses the dwelling of the righteous."

DND#6 The Worth of Souls-In Jesus' Name   "Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God's wrath, for it is written: "It is mine to avenge; I will repay," says the Lord."      Romans 12:17-19 When kidnap victim MacKenzie Daley realizes there's a possibility that her ransom will not be paid she begins to understand how expendable she is. She feels worthless, and very much alone. But God has a plan. When that plan brings her together with vacationing Ameritech agent, Jeff Davis, she learns the terrifying truth. Yet she also learns that the truth can set her free. When her past catches up to her, will Jeff's struggles to protect her be in vain? Jeff's assignment has him teaming up with the Kino family to figure out how to bring the entire mess to a satisfactory conclusion. One thing they confirm is that God loves every single one of his children and every soul is valuable in His eyes.    "For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?" Matthew 16:26 The chemistry between Mickey and Jeff is amazing. As usual, the men in McCartney's books are of supreme quality and the villains villainous. The bad guy in The Worth of Souls is about as sick as they come and I love to hate him. I couldn't put the book down. I loved, I laughed, I cried, I gripped the edge of my seat. McCartney Green...you ROCK!! ~Karen Wallace~ Georgia   "The Worth of Souls is my favorite so far of The Dandelion Series. It was surprising how quickly I fell in love with Jeff. He is irresistible. McCartney feeds the addiction and as usual, I find I'm unable to put the book down. This is a must read for anyone that likes their romance combined with adventure. And there are so many twists that shock you! McCartney is such an inspirational writer. Every time I finish one of her books I feel ready to take on the world! ~Kayla Parker~ Georgia   McCartney has done it again, another page turner, great story. We get to visit characters we already feel are our friends, (or we would like to be our friends...who wouldn't want to be embraced by the Kino family?), and meet new ones to bring into the fold. ~Denese Straughn~ Pennsylvania   "A gripping tale. So far I think this bad guy is undeniably the creepiest. Thanks, McCartney. Great read." ~Lorraine Koerner~ New Hampshire   "Jeff was one of my favorite characters from Angels and Weeds Grow so I'm ecstatic to see McCartney Green decided to write his story! Again, what a wild roller coaster ride. Also getting to see Jeffy in her rebellious teenage stage was great fun! Kristel Carey~Georgia

DND #5 Angels-In Jesus' Name Special Agent Keegan Tanner is racing to turn in the evidence he's gathered while working undercover investigating a ruthless child-trafficking organization. When his cover is blown, he barely escapes with his life. Desperate to save the next batch of children slated for shipment, he speeds toward the field office, but a freak accident brings his plan to an abrupt halt.   Agent Tanner wakes to find himself in a small country home under the care of angelic nurse, a young mother and widow, Lizzy Anderson. Though intrigued by his nurse, he is livid when his superior orders him to stay put, for he knows his presence in the Anderson home puts the beautiful Lizzy in grave danger. Incapacitated, he wonders if he will be ready to serve and protect when that danger comes calling.   One would think Lizzy's sweet, calm demeanor would be no match for Keegan's tough, gruff persona, but she has God on her side. Soon Keegan will surrender to the powers that be, and not a moment too late. They both will learn that God does indeed work in mysterious ways, and that He chooses his warriors not because of their actions, but because He knows their hearts.     "In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents." Luke 15:10   "Just finished Angels...oh, my goodness!! From the moment you start to the end it's non-stop action. I am in love with the characters. It's as if I really know them. Keegan is ultra-masculinity and Lizzy is so sweet and yet so strong. I didn't put it down from the moment I began to read. Can't wait for the next installment from McCartney Green. I LOVE novels that teach about God! Keep on keeping on MG. You're a great writer. You have true fans that are holding their breath until each novel is complete and we can read them." ~Eryn Clements~ "McCartney Green, you made me cry. Angels is awesome! It's so hard to put down. Keegan Tanner is a hunk! The end was terrifying and the epilogue was wonderful! I love how you brought everyone together. People who haven't read any of the other books get a little taste of what the characters are like. You really are genius at this. The world you create is so real to me. Thank you. I absolutely love Angels!" ~Amy Goulding~

DND #7 Warriors - In Jesus' Name   "But the LORD is with me like a mighty warrior; so my persecutors will stumble and not prevail. They will fail and be thoroughly disgraced; their dishonor will never be forgotten."  Jeremiah 20:11   Mark and Joey Adams, sons of Shelley Kino and stepsons of Grandmaster Eric Kino, have grown up and are taking the world by storm. Both men of God, both strong and striving to do God's will. Mark, a fledgling attorney and part-time martial arts instructor for the Kino schools, and Joey, Ameritech Security's top agent, usually end up doing everything together, so it's no surprise when they become interested in sisters. It's also no surprise that their relationships throw them into a world of intrigue and violence. Their training under the Kino umbrella comes in handy as they come face to face with the dark secrets that threaten to destroy those they love. Will the brothers be able to cleanly extricate a woman and her son from the monster who hold them? Though we don't always understand God's plan, we can rest assured that He is still working like He did back in Biblical times.   "I wondered how McCartney was going to fit both brothers into one book adequately. I should never have doubted her. She hits, once again, on some sensitive subjects and also teaches us that not everything is black and white all the while entertaining me with action-packed suspense. Loved it! Wow!" ~Kristel Carey~ "Oh, yes, I knew Mark and Joey were going to grow up to be like their role models, hunky, deadly, sensitive men who aren't afraid to make things right. So enjoyable! And I love Bella and Breez, totally likeable characters. Oh, and the kids... I can see more books!" ~Eryn Clements~ "Amazing! I couldn't put it down. It's impressive the way McCartney pulled me in. The moment I started reading she took me into another world, one that isn't perfect. Yet we learn that love and family can overcome even the worst obstacles. I love the characters and McCartney takes you to the edge of reason as they try to decide whether to cross those fine lines of morality. I absolutely enjoyed every minute of this story!" ~Sandra Lindsey~   "As usual, I really enjoyed the book! Every book in the series is the best one. Now, I am truly looking forward to reading about June flower, our little psychic! I find her to be my favorite character." ~Becki Kelly~

DND #8 June Flower - in Jesus' Name   This book was supposed to be the 8th and final installment of the DND In Jesus' Name Series, a gritty, action-packed, Christian allegorical Drama/Saga. But God had other plans. After the plandemic, I woke after almost three months in a coma accompanied by an angel, and I was given Book number nine in a vision. So, DND #9 The Circle of Life-In Jesus' Name came into being... so make sure to check it out...i'ts definitely annointed.   In #8 June Flower-In Jesus' Name:                                 Eric and Shelley's Kino's daughter, Nobel prize winner, Dr. June Flower Kino, is on the verge of changing the course of humanity when she discovers a consistent baseline for curing every disease.   To others, it seems the psychic high genius daughter of the renowned Kino family has everything going for her, but she knows differently for she never recovered from having had her heart broken five years earlier. Though it seems having thrown herself into her work was bringing big rewards, not just for her but for the entire world, maybe her results are a little too successful.   Powerful companies run by greedy men, have decided they like things just the way they are and if they can't put a stop to Dr. Kino's work, well then they will simply put an end to her life, for curing all diseases would certainly topple the world's economy.   In her darkest hour, June Flower is stunned when a man in a camo t-shirt steps out to block her path and drags her into the jungle. When she discovers he's been sent to protect her, her world is turned upside down and then her bruised heart finally begins to heal.   The entire cast of characters from the previous 8 books gather to celebrate the warriors of the Kino dynasty.  But God lets them know He is not through with them.   Note from Author: Number 8 used to be the final installment, but God let me know He is not through with me. In 2021, my husband and I both were transported to the hospital by ambulance where I spent three months, most of that time in a coma and on a ventilator. When I awoke, I discovered my husband had passed away just the day after I became comatose. I was wondering why God took my husband and left me. But when I was in a coma I was shown many things and visited by an angel, and about three months after I returned home, God let me know that I still had work to do. Part of that work was to rewrite all eight of my original series as Christian Novels, and the other part was to write a new novel, which will help to teach God's warriors, teach then how to be strong and how to occupy until Jesus comes back.   I didn't really write the 9th book. For I was literally shown the scenes to write during the night as I slept and then given confirmations during the day that I am still on the correct path. The rewriting of the series and writing of this new novel have been the most rewarding and satisfying and spiritual experiences in my life and I am so grateful every single day that Jesus has shown Himself to me. Praise God and thank You Jesus. With Love, McCartney Green aka Susan Milner

Whether you're an adult, a man, or woman, or a young adult, or a teen, or even a kid. This book will change you forever. Even more so if you have read the 8 preceding books and the prequel. First, God gave me a dream. It was like a scene from a movie. I could see clearly what was happening. Heard clearly who was speaking and what they were saying. I woke up in tears. "Write this," God said. It was a new novel He asked me to write, Book # 9. But I couldn't. I just couldn't. It wasn't because I'd never had any intentions to add to the series, though that is true, I never intended to do that. It was because what He asked me to write was just too hard, too sad, too heart-wrenching. How could I write that? I didn't understand why God would ask me to write that scene. I cried over this for days. I couldn't refuse God, could I? And I knew it was Him speaking to me. So, no, of course not, I could not refuse. That night, I prayed, sobbing to the Lord. I told Him how difficult this was for me. I asked for forgiveness for my trying to turn from this hard task. Then I told Him that I would write what He asked, but I asked Him to help me deal with the pain. Still, I told Him, no matter what, I would be obedient and write it. That night God did make it easier, by giving me a new scene. He showed me a beautiful red-headed girl in handcuffs, sitting on a bench outside of a restaurant, with a police officer standing next to her. Just a little ways away, there stood a young man wearing military fatigues, his face all scratched up, his canvas duffel at his feet, and another police officer speaking to him. The scene woke me up and I sat straight up in bed and heard– "Okay, now— write." I smiled. This I could write. I knew exactly who the characters were and what was happening in the scene was up to me. It was like God had given me an improv. Here's the scene, now go. This is how DND #9 Circle of Life-In Jesus's Name came to be. You will recognize the scene when you get to it in Chapter Two. God is so awesome. I knew eventually I would have to get around, or come around, to the first scene God had shown me and told me to write; the one that was so heartbreaking. He was doing it again, taking me all the way around the giant circle to eventually end up back at the beginning, to bring me closer to Him, and to, at the same time, bring all the readers with me. How amazing is He? I love Him so much. Though it is entertaining, it was not written for your entertainment, for we are not here on this Earth to be entertained. As I wrote and re-wrote these books, I realized God was giving us, through story, through allegory, through parable, an illustration of how to live, how to draw close to Him, and mostly, how to train to be His warriors in these last days. They are a blueprint. They show us how to take His Bible, His Word, His commandments and implement them and integrate them into our contemporary daily, stressed out, trauma-ridden lives. We are surrounded with much violence, darkness, evil in this world, but He has overcome the world. See how it is possible, to be the best husband, the best wife, the best teen, the best kid, the best friend, the best sibling, the best parent, the best person. Heal and receive blessings. Learn how to be God's warrior, and be blessed to know His true will for you. The books are also encoded, (Jesus' doing, not mine,) with healing words and prayers for any ailment, be it physical, mental, emotional or spiritual. If there is a teenager in your home, reading this book will help them immensely. Why? You'll see. What God has done here is amazing.