The Daddy Files isn’t just another memoir...it’s my true story of family secrets, DNA plot twists, and a whole lot of learning to forgive when it felt impossible. At 45 years old, I found out the man I thought was my father wasn’t, and my mom’s “explanation” was that I’d been switched at birth. (Spoiler: I wasn’t.) What followed was part detective case, part made-for-TV drama, and all wrapped up in God’s relentless love that wouldn’t let me stay broken.
But this book isn’t just about me...it’s about you too. The Daddy Files is part memoir, part self-help guide, offering hope, humor, and practical steps for anyone carrying father wounds, family secrets, or the heavy work of forgiveness. At its heart, it points to the Father who never leaves us...God, who heals our deepest wounds and anchors our identity in His love. If you’ve ever felt abandoned, unwanted, or left with questions no one wants to answer, this book will remind you that healing is possible and God’s love has the final word.
Anchored in Hope: Inspiring Stories of Faith That Endures
is a heartfelt collection of true stories from women who have faced life’s deepest struggles—and discovered the unwavering faithfulness of God. Through grief, illness, loss, trauma, and seasons of uncertainty, these women testify to the hope that held them fast.
©2025 MELISSA JEAN ROD