Exquisitely written… From the very first pages of the prologue, I could not put it down!
—Janelle Reinhart, Christian recording artist
The Tree is an exceptionally promising work of fiction from a young, gifted writer, filled with Christian imagination focusing on the struggle between light and darkness.
—Bishop Don Bolen, Diocese of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
This literary intrigue, so deftly spun, captures the imagination as much for the drama as for the mastery of words. It is a story felt, not told, with eternal messages for our own world.
—Patti Maguire Armstrong, co-writer of the Amazing Grace series
With an insight and clarity into issues of the human heart beyond her years, Mallett takes us on a perilous journey, weaving endearing three-dimensional characters into a page-turning plot.
—Kirsten MacDonald, catholicbridge.com
The Tree is an extremely well-written and engaging novel. Mallett has penned a truly epic human and theological tale of adventure, love, intrigue, and the search for ultimate truth and meaning. If this book is ever made into a movie—and it should be—the world need only surrender to the truth of the everlasting message.
—Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, author & speaker
Calling Denise Mallett an incredibly gifted author is an understatement! The Tree is captivating and beautifully written. I keep on asking myself, “How can somebody write something like this?” Speechless.
—Ken Yasinski, Catholic speaker, author & founder of FacetoFace Ministries
Mallett delivers a striking collision between power, hypocrisy, and sincere faith. Through an intricate plot, readers are compelled to journey alongside characters who wrestle with the deepest longings of our own humanity. Cast upon the background of an artistically unique fantasy world, we are led through kingdoms, countrysides, and taverns to solve the violent mystery thrust upon us in the early pages of the prologue…
—Dr. Brian Doran, MD, Founder of Arcātheos
Denise Mallett, an extraordinarily gifted young author with a deep, deep faith beyond her years, leads us on a journey typically guided by the elderly soul who is wizened by profound life lessons.
—Brian K. Kravec, catholicmom.com
Following in the footsteps of writers like Michael O’Brien and Natalia Sanmartin Fenollera, Denise Mallett represents a new generation of gifted Catholic storytellers. In The Blood, Mallett once again demonstrates her unique ability to unsettle her readers, charm them, and fill them with hope.
—Matt Nelson, Assistant Director of the Word on Fire Institute
Mallett’s prose is a joy to read—beautifully written, compelling, the characters believable. Highly recommend!
—Ellen Gable, award-winning author
I was held captive, constantly wanting to sneak away time to read it, staying up until the wee hours to finish it. This story finds its way deep into the reader’s heart. It is woven with characters who truly come to life, with the splendor of beauty amidst dark shadows, and will lead you to ponder the meaning of suffering, the depth of mercy, and ultimately to cling to the promise of healing.
—Carmen Marcoux, author of Arms of Love and Surrender
An intricate tale exploring human nature in its greatest and darkest moments. As the journey unfolds through political and spiritual battlefields, readers will come to understand integrity in the face of deception and hope in redemptive suffering.
—Dr. Brian Doran, MD, founder of Arcātheos
