I did not expect to be sold into slavery-especially on my birthday.
While on a book tour in Cambodia, author James Moore is caught in a sudden and devastating flash flood. Seeking shelter, he and his translator take refuge in a place they never intended to enter-a brothel hiding a heartbreaking secret.
Inside, they encounter girls trapped by human trafficking, including a young child with a remarkable gift and a quiet strength that refuses to be broken.
As floodwaters rise and danger closes in, James must decide whether to walk away-or risk everything to help. What begins as a fight for survival quickly becomes a desperate effort to free the girls from both the storm outside and the captivity within.
But rescue is only the beginning.
With the help of a courageous woman who once escaped slavery herself, the survivors are brought to a hidden safe house where healing, protection, and hope begin. In the aftermath of trauma, James witnesses the long and difficult road of restoration-and the resilience of those determined to reclaim their futures.
30 Red Dresses is a gripping and compassionate novel inspired by real-world issues, shining a light on the darkness of human trafficking while celebrating the power of courage, dignity, and second chances.
"An outstanding read." - San Francisco Review of Books
"Fast-paced and exciting. Highly recommended." - Readersfavorite.com
"A page-turner with rich characters." - Jen Johnson, Author of Scarlet
"Exceptionally well-crafted and a joy to read." - Readersfavorite.com
"His storytelling reels you in with a dramatic, clever, action-packed tale." - Cheryl Leigh, Author of Blind Sided