The Seventh Man

Inspired by the Biblical story of the Woman at the Well

By: Magnolia Ryan

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

"The Seventh Man" chronicles Isabelle Marie's tumultuous search for love through five failed marriages—from her teenage romance with Everett that ends after a miscarriage, to Sullivan whose patience can't overcome her trust issues, to impulsive Parker whose financial irresponsibility dooms their Vegas marriage, to wealthy Tom who remains emotionally absent during her miscarriages, to controlling Ricky whose abuse she finally escapes with help from her lifelong friend Levi. Taking refuge with Levi, their friendship evolves into something deeper as Isa begins to heal, though she remains hesitant to commit after so many failures. A chance encounter with a baptism ceremony leads Isa to a spiritual awakening where she finds peace beyond romantic relationships, with both she and Levi undergoing baptism together—but as they stand dripping on the lakeshore, wrapped in towels and newfound faith, Isa can't help but wonder if the greatest love story of her life has been beside her all along, and whether embracing it might finally break the cycle that has defined her existence.