The Ballad of Johnny Wales

Abner, Book 3

By: Justin C. Trout

Narrated by: Joseph Earl Johnson

Country singer Johnny Wales can't seem to put his guilt behind him.

The only thing that is constant in Johnny's life has been his taste for alcohol. Plagued with one wrong decision after the next, Johnny’s finally ready to quit losing and start over. Johnny doesn't know where to begin, especially when temptation is lurking around every corner. After Johnny finally hits rock bottom, it’s time for him to stick to his guns. But Johnny needs help along the way.

When a stranger named Abner arrives, Johnny's life turns upside down. Abner walks alongside Johnny to help him overcome his trials and addiction, and when Johnny fails, Abner is there to pick him back up. Once he recognizes that the only way to get ahead in his life is to follow Abner's guidance, Johnny must make some big choices.

Can Johnny quit drinking?

Can he be redeemed?

Who is Abner?

©2020 Justin C. Trout (P)2024 Justin C. Trout

Enjoyed It!

Great characters and dialogue! An absolutely masterful narration with distinctly different voices for each character which makes it easy to keep track of who’s talking and “lose yourself” in the story.

The plot is a basic getting sober story, very Hallmark - but it’s written and told well enough to stay engaged. I teared up a couple of times.

If you’re needing inspiration to stay sober, this is well worth hearing.

Well told story of God's grace

Everyone has problems. Everyone needs grace. l
loved how the narrator made this story real.