Parkland: A Story of Shadows and Light" On Valentine’s Day 2018, tragedy strikes Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, leaving a nation grieving and a community shattered. But beneath the surface of human sorrow lies a greater battle—one between angels and demons, light and darkness, and the very soul of humanity. Nikolas Cruz, tormented by forces beyond his understanding, becomes the center of this struggle. Manipulated by a Dark Angel intent on destruction, his choices ignite a storm of despair. Yet, in the aftermath of unthinkable loss, the story reaches beyond the mortal realm. The victims, guided by angels into the heavens, are resurrected into a realm of eternal peace, their lives transcending the tragedy and bringing hope to a broken world. "Parkland" masterfully blends real-life events with a supernatural lens, exploring the eternal clash of good and evil and the human capacity for resilience and redemption. As Dark Angels sow chaos, guardian angels fight to protect what little light remains. At its core, this is a story of heartbreak—and healing. It’s a testament to the profound truth that even in the darkest hours, light endures. From the haunting moments that lead to tragedy to the breathtaking resurrection of the victims in the heavens, "Parkland" offers a gripping, thought-provoking journey that explores loss, hope, and the power of the human spirit. For readers of supernatural thrillers, poignant drama, and redemptive tales of light over darkness. "Parkland" is an unforgettable story of despair, hope, and eternal truth. Praise for Parkland “D.P. Conway skillfully blends fascinating elements . There is fantasy, with other-worldly realms, angels, and demons; There are also realistic topics such as teenage depression, self-mutilation, and gun violence... In my opinion, the real thrill of the novel lies in the question of how Cruz’s predicament abominably impacted everyone around him. Conway masterfully portrayed the devastating effect Nikolas had on his family and neighbors, for instance… The author's writing style is witty and elaborate , with subtle yet incisive criticism of how authorities mishandled warning signs and failed to prevent an announced tragedy... The ending is amazing. Jordan and Sansa’s reunion, with Yeshua himself as a witness, was breathtaking.. . Also, I just loved the epilogue! After so much suffering and grief, it was heartwarming to imagine the poor victims enjoying themselves in heaven. I thought it really honored the victims….” Onlinebookclub.org 4 out of 4 stars Factual information, intertwined with vivid imagination…to write about such an atrocity and end it in a feel-good lump in the throat way is truly genius. Wow. Amazon Customer This was the best book I have read in a very long time. I live near parkland high school and lived thru the nightmare. Amazon Customer Official Review: Parkland by D.P. Conway OnlineBookClub.org 4 out of 4 stars Parkland: The Untold Story , written by D.P. Conway, is a balanced, well-written, and gripping thriller based on actual events. It tells the story of a tormented and violent kid named Nikolas Cruz, whose adoption by an older couple happens in strange circumstances. After struggling through his troublesome childhood and teenage years, he ends up committing a heinous crime - a terrible high school shooting. The story revolves around the archetypical theme of the battle between good and evil. Throughout the novel, virtuous guardian angels combat dark, malignant creatures. The protagonist hears these demons' voices telling him to commit atrocious deeds, and he obeys them. Much to the despair of his mother Lynda, Nikolas' aggressive personality gets increasingly worse after he becomes a teenager. The gravity and dreadfulness of his mental state and his misdeeds quickly escalate, and he gets expelled from high school. I found the book to be a positive surprise. The author skillfully blends fascinating elements. There is fantasy, with other-worldly realms, angels, and demons; There are also realistic topics such as teenage depression, self-mutilation, and gun violence. I enjoyed how the erudite theological and historical references to Christianity get woven into the plot. I found Father Ricardo's quest to recover ancient relics and use them to exorcise Nikolas' demons fascinating. The allusions to the biblical story of John the Baptist were well developed. In my opinion, the real thrill of the novel lies in the question of how the protagonist's predicament abominably impacted everyone around him. Conway masterfully portrayed the devastating effect Nikolas had on his family and neighbors, for instance. The author's writing style is witty and elaborate, with subtle yet incisive criticism of how authorities mishandled warning signs and failed to prevent an announced tragedy. If I had to mention a negative aspect, I would say the book progresses a bit slowly in the beginning. I felt