The Intersection Six
What Early Readers Are Saying About The Intersection
When I began writing The Intersection, I wasn’t thinking about reviews or endorsements. I was thinking about the child who quietly carries grief to school each day. The student that smiles on the outside but feels broken on the inside. The young reader who wonders if anyone else understands what it feels like to lose someone they love. My hope has always been simple: to write a story that helps children feel seen, understood, and hopeful.
As The Intersection has found its way into the hands of educators, authors, ministry leaders, and advocates for children, I have been deeply encouraged by their responses. Their words affirm what I prayed this story would become a resource that opens conversations about grief, healing, faith, and resilience.
Why Endorsements Matter
When parents, teachers, school counselors, librarians, and ministry leaders choose a book for children, they are looking for more than an engaging story. They want to know:
Is this book emotionally safe?
Is it age appropriate?
Will it encourage meaningful conversations?
Can it help children develop empathy and resilience?
Thoughtful endorsements from trusted professionals help answer those questions. I’m honored that respected leaders who care deeply about children have recognized the heart behind The Intersection.
Endorsement Spotlight: Dawn Ward
“I have had the privilege of reading a few books by Jerry L. Woodbridge, covering topics such as caregiving, loss, and grief. Her new book, The Intersection, is a touching story of childhood loss through the unique perspective of a twin whose brother died tragically. Jerry eloquently shares the emotions experienced by this young boy as he grieves the loss and eventually finds healing amidst deep sorrow. The Intersection is a beautifully written and deeply compassionate story that will stay with readers long after the final page.”
Dawn R. Ward, Author of From Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children, and founder of The Faith to Flourish. ”
Dawn Ward’s words capture one of the central messages of the novel: children deserve stories that acknowledge the reality of grief while gently leading them toward hope. Her encouragement reinforces my belief that literature can become a bridge between difficult experiences and healing conversations.
Endorsement Spotlight: Johanna Vendel
“As someone who has experienced the heartbreaking loss of my own twin sister, this book touched me in a way very few books ever have.
Jerry Woodbridge captures something that is almost impossible to explain to those who have never been a twin. The invisible bond that exists between two souls who begin life together. Throughout this story, I found myself reflecting on my own twin sister Susan, the memories we shared, the conversations left unfinished, and the deep ache that remains when one half of that connection is gone.
Several passages resonated deeply with me, especially the beautiful reminder that, "Being a twin is like being born with a best friend." Those simple words carry a profound truth that every twin understands. I was also deeply moved by the exploration of what Jerry calls "the twin connections." The idea that love, memory, and connection do not simply disappear because someone is no longer physically present.
What touched me most were the passages about the twin connection and the continuing presence of a twin after loss. They felt incredibly authentic to the experience many twins share. I know this to be true because I have lived it myself. There are moments when a memory, a feeling, a dream, or an unexplainable sense of presence reminds you that the bond between twins is unlike any other relationship. Reading these sections brought tears to my eyes because they reflected emotions and experiences I have personally carried since losing my twin sister. Jerry portrays this connection with remarkable sensitivity, honesty, and understanding.
One of the most powerful themes in this book is found in the realization that grief and love can exist together. As Jerry writes, "Strength in the shadows is the kind that doesn't ask to be seen; only to survive. Some of our greatest strength is born in the shadows, where we learn to stand before we learn to shine." Those words beautifully capture the journey of anyone who has lost someone they love.
What makes this book so special is that it does not try to erase grief or offer easy answers. Instead, it honors the reality of loss while gently guiding readers toward healing, hope, and acceptance. The story reminds us that those we love continue to shape our lives long after they are gone.
For anyone who has lost a sibling, a twin, a loved one, or a part of themselves, this book offers understanding, comfort, and hope. Jerry Woodbridge has written a deeply moving and compassionate story that honors both the pain of loss and the enduring power of love.
I wholeheartedly recommend this remarkable book and believe it will touch the hearts of readers everywhere.”
Johanna Vendel
CEO & Founder, The Prestigious International Hope Book Awards
Johanna Vendel highlights another important truth: young readers are capable of engaging with difficult topics when those stories are presented with compassion, honesty, and hope. Her endorsement reminds us that books can equip children—and the adults who care for them—to navigate life’s hardest moments together.
More Than a Story
While every endorsement is meaningful, what matters most to me is the child who quietly whispers: “This book helped me.” Or the parent who says: “My son finally talked about his feelings after we read together.” Or the teacher who shares: “Our students had one of the most meaningful discussions of the year because of this story.” Those moments are why The Intersection exists.
My Prayer for Every Reader
I pray this novel becomes more than a book on a shelf. I pray it becomes:
A conversation starter.
A source of comfort.
A classroom resource.
A counseling companion.
A reminder that hope is possible.
If The Intersection helps even one child discover that they are not alone, then every word was worth writing. Thank you to every early reader, endorser, educator, counselor, parent, and ministry leader who has encouraged this journey. Your support helps bring hope to children who need it most. Together, we can create spaces where grief is acknowledged, faith is nurtured, and healing has room to grow.
