A Glimpse of Glory by Shandi Carrier

Seven days to decide if life is worth living.

At fifteen, Sammy is drowning in grief and abuse. Convinced the only way out is to end her life, she sets a seven-day countdown.

But when a new friend enters her life and she receives a mysterious invitation to Heaven, everything begins to change. What she discovers there challenges her despair, reshapes her faith, and forces her to choose between giving up or embracing a future filled with hope.

Blending contemporary realism with spiritual themes, A Glimpse of Glory is a Christian young adult novel that explores depression, suicide, grief, and redemption. Perfect for readers who enjoy faith-based young adult fiction with supernatural encounters and redemptive hope, this novel offers a moving reminder that life—even in its darkest moments—is worth living.

Note: This novel contains references to abuse, grief, and suicidal thoughts. Written from a faith-filled, redemptive perspective, it is recommended for mature teens (ages 14+) and up.