Sometimes the Only Way to Heal a Broken Heart is Through a Wounded Soul

Published by Author Chuck Miceli
Wounded Angels is a literary novel that explores the transformative power of friendship, healing, and unexpected grace. On a sweltering Fourth of July, fourteen-year-old Maureen Bower’s father’s suicide shatters her security, leaving her with a lifelong fear of abandonment that will shape her entire life.
Years later, Frank Russo’s gentle invitation—”May I have this dance”—at a roller skating rink introduces her to the love of her life. But their fifty-year marriage is tested by war, guilt, loss, and the deepest betrayals of the human heart. When Frank’s sudden death rekindles Maureen’s primal fear of abandonment, she finds herself on the brink of despair.
Help comes from the unlikeliest of sources: Doris Cantrell, a woman as damaged and broken as Maureen herself. Their tentative friendship grows, not despite their brokenness, but because of it. Wounded Angels is a testament to the strange and sacred ways God sends us the help we need, often in the most unexpected forms.
Perfect for readers who love:
- Literary fiction exploring deep human relationships
- Stories of resilience and emotional healing
- Character-driven narratives with spiritual depth
- Explorations of love, loss, and redemption
- Stories about unlikely friendships that transform lives
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Praise for Wounded Angels
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Learn More About This Book
Read a comprehensive story synopsis in Southington Magazine’s Winter 2018 feature article about the play, Wounded Angels, based upon the book. The article goes on to describe the dramatic reading of the play at Seven Angels Theatre in Waterbury Connecticut.
Where to Get the Book
Wounded Angels was originally published by HarperCollins in hardcover, paperback, and eBook editions. Chuck Miceli has since reclaimed the rights to this literary novel and is currently preparing a second edition for publication through Author Chuck Miceli.
The second edition will be available on Amazon and through Ingram for wider distribution. Check back for updates on availability and publication date.
Book the Author for Your Event
Chuck Miceli is available for:
- Book club discussions
- Speaking engagements
- Community events
- Library programs
- Faith-based gatherings
Wounded Angels is a story that resonates deeply with audiences—a testament to resilience, healing, and the transformative power of unexpected friendship.