J. P. Lewis draws on his own experience with childhood abuse and how his steadfast faith saved his life. Being a fan of adventure titles such as Lord of the Rings and Chronicles of Narnia, he decided to write a book that explains the true power of faith while entertaining the reader with a great story. Since he was a young boy, he has always been fascinated with Bible prophecy. He grew up in a small town near Tampa, Florida, where he has lived his entire life. He also has been married twenty-eight years to the love of his life and has two wonderful children