A dark secret. A desperate choice. A shattered family.

Guilt by Default tells the story of John Quisenberry, a 24-year-old man falsely accused of molestation. Fearful of publicity and a possible jail sentence, he accepts a plea bargain. Twenty years later, his name is exposed on a public sex offender website, shattering his life. The novel explores the impact on John’s wife and children and his relapse into alcoholism. It is written in a captivating style, with vivid descriptions, realistic dialogue, and emotional tension. It hooks the reader’s curiosity and challenges them to question their own assumptions and prejudices. Guilt by Default is a thought-provoking read that explores the challenges of alcohol addiction, the struggle to rebuild one’s life, and the power of forgiveness.