In the Name of Family

Retired from an impressive career in the Army, Major Logan McCormick marries Samantha Randall, the daughter of a well-known general. After a year of domestic normalcy, he yearns for the excitement of his covert missions. Four months pregnant, Samantha senses Logan's restlessness. She wonders if he'll choose the military over his family, in the way her father had. When a past mission comes back to haunt him, putting his wife in jeopardy, Logan turns to a surprising source for help. But the stress takes its toll on Samantha. Will she raise their child with or without Logan? The terrorizing militia makes the choice for them. This gripping tale explores love, loyalty, and unexpected alliances in the clash between domestic tranquility and covert operations. As a former holistic practitioner with a science background, Christina Thompson enjoys writing about the physical science, the emotional workings of our mind and heart, and the spiritual energy that taps into our passions.Her background in biology gave her a love of science and an insight into the physical realm of the body. Her diploma in Traditional Chinese acupuncture taught her that the mind and spirit affect the body in powerful ways.Christina is a breast cancer survivor writing without fear in different genres and mediums. She lives a quiet life with her husband, Kraig, in Michigan.

Parallel to The Major's Dilemma, Christina Thompson nudges her secondary characters into the spotlight. Everyone has a story, and everyone has something they hold dear. What happens when those hearts are stolen? While Division Director Peter Bingaman and his FBI agents investigate a string of robberies, a disgruntled agent steals a private envelope from Peter's safe. The potential revelation of its contents threatens to shatter Peter's world. A slow-moving widow in a new fast-paced town, Sylvia Folkert is afraid of change. Her solace has been her wedding ring, recently stolen. At the local book club, she and the feisty seniors put aside their troubles to help a man who's been wrongfully arrested for robbery. To prove his innocence, the women scheme to outwit the agents. They quickly find themselves entangled in the FBI's dangerous case. As a former holistic practitioner with a science background, Christina Thompson enjoys writing about the physical science, the emotional workings of our mind and heart, and the spiritual energy that taps into our passions.Her background in biology gave her a love of science and an insight into the physical realm of the body. Her diploma in Traditional Chinese acupuncture taught her that the mind and spirit affect the body in powerful ways.Christina is a breast cancer survivor writing without fear in different genres and mediums. She lives a quiet life with her husband, Kraig, in Michigan.

Madeline's independent; Joe needs to be in charge. They marry a month after meeting. Can their relationship really last a lifetime? On their honeymoon at a secluded cabin in Canada, FBI Agent Joe Roberts and Dr. Madeline Pierce deal with the profound effects from their previous case. They have yet to consummate their marriage and struggle to share their apprehensions. They receive a call from the FBI. Someone broke into Joe's apartment, looking for their whereabouts. The hunt is now on in an epic chase across the wilderness. The stakes are high, and the journey is as perilous as it is passionate. Joe and Madeline's knowledge of each other will play a vital role while on the run. If successful, their insights will save lives and, more importantly, save their marriage. As a former holistic practitioner with a science background, Christina Thompson enjoys writing about the physical science, the emotional workings of our mind and heart, and the spiritual energy that taps into our passions.Her background in biology gave her a love of science and an insight into the physical realm of the body. Her diploma in Traditional Chinese acupuncture taught her that the mind and spirit affect the body in powerful ways.Christina is a breast cancer survivor writing without fear in different genres and mediums. She lives a quiet life with her husband, Kraig, in Michigan.

Alone and afraid, a young boy calls Allegan Police Chief Matt Connor. He can't find his mother, Jessica, a protected witness who knows the formula of a deadly nanodrug. The Connor family jumps into action to save the child, who might also be their grandson. With the help of his Uncle Joe, David Connor, a rookie with the FBI, vows to reunite with his long-lost love, Jessica. Has someone abducted her for her knowledge of the bioweapon? Using his limited experience, he must piece together the puzzle to bring Jessica home to him and the child she claims is David's. Meanwhile, as her husband is away helping his rookie nephew, Dr. Madeline Roberts encounters her volatile half-brother, who shows up to cause more chaos in her life. A battle of wits ensues. Who will survive their treacherous game of chess? As a former holistic practitioner with a science background, Christina Thompson enjoys writing about the physical science, the emotional workings of our mind and heart, and the spiritual energy that taps into our passions.Her background in biology gave her a love of science and an insight into the physical realm of the body. Her diploma in Traditional Chinese acupuncture taught her that the mind and spirit affect the body in powerful ways.Christina is a breast cancer survivor writing without fear in different genres and mediums. She lives a quiet life with her husband, Kraig, in Michigan.

Vengeance doesn't sleep behind bars. Quinn Harris's grand ambitions have collapsed, leaving him raging through a life sentence-and plotting escape. He wants everything he lost: his freedom, his child hidden away with Carmen, and revenge on anyone who ever stood in his way. Especially Joe Roberts. Joe and his family live on a classified base, protecting scientists whose research threatens powerful drug companies. Their delicate balance between secrecy and normalcy shatters when Madeline's health plummets-and the only person who can save her is Quinn. When Quinn escapes from prison, he sends Joe a taunting message meant to draw him into the open. He wants Carmen found. He wants his child back. And he wants blood. To save his wife, Joe takes the bait. This is the end of a war. Quinn and Joe will never be the same. One of them won't make it out alive. Christina Thompson has always been a curious mix of science nerd and soulful storyteller. With a background in biology and a diploma in Traditional Chinese Acupuncture, she loves exploring how our bodies, hearts, and spirits all try-sometimes cooperatively, sometimes chaotically-to keep us balanced.A breast cancer survivor who now writes fearlessly, Christina jumps genres with glee. She's penned everything from historical fiction (Dearest Mother and Dad) to sweet romance (The Garden Collection) to the twisty romantic thrillers of The Chemical Attraction Series. When she's not sending her characters on emotional roller coasters, she's stirring up suspense in the In the Name of Family Series, where danger, heart, and family drama collide.Her short story "Purple Roses" bloomed in Vintage Love Stories: An Anthology, and her one-act play of the same name charmed audiences three nights straight at the Allegan Community Players' One Acts Festival-earning the coveted Audience Favorite Award.Christina now enjoys a peaceful life in Michigan with her husband, Kraig-where she writes, dreams, and occasionally talks to her characters as if they're real people (because, honestly, they absolutely are).