About the Book

Book: Fires Of Injustice

Author: Kendy Pearson

Genre: Christian Historical Fiction

Release Date: April 15, 2026

She is fighting for the innocent.

 He is fighting for a second chance.

Yakira Mitchell has spent her life rescuing the forgotten from the clutches of exploitation and dreams of one day opening her own mission home for Chinese girls. But that dream is hard fought when she becomes a lightning rod for trouble as anti-Chinese mobs protest, and towns expel immigrants in “peaceful” purges across the West. Her heart is to build a home for the broken, but as revelations about her past erupt, the truth threatens to crumble her own foundation.

Attorney Grant Campbell, the boy who once held Yakira’s heart, returns to San Francisco after a long absence to make amends and seek forgiveness. He is determined to defend Chinese immigrants and to reconcile with his family and Yakira. But as old feelings flare—so do old wounds.

As flames of injustice consume communities, violence rages, and lives hang in the balance. Yakira must face the truth of who she really is—and who God has called her to be. In the ashes of hatred, Yakira and Grant both discover a love stronger than fear and a purpose forged in fire.

A story of resilience, redemption, and love, FIRES OF INJUSTICE blazes with the courage of those who dared to stand against the darkness.

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About the Author

Kendy Pearson is a musician and veteran high school teacher who loves to discover a pocket of American history missing from the schoolbooks and turn that pocket inside out. Her novels lead fictitious characters through historical events and settings, engaging with period personalities. And she always includes a romantic thread to warm the heart. Every story is a journey through tragedy, secrets, regrets, and God’s undeniable grace.

She is the author of the award-winning series, West Virginia: Born of Rebellion’s Storm. When she finally gets away from her computer, she relishes ice cream, snowy days, fireplaces, and maple trees. Kendy is the mother of four grown children and lives with her sweet hubby and two amusing miniature dachshunds.

More from Kendy

I just love discovering fascinating new pockets of history. For years I taught high school history, and I realize there is a lot of valuable information that didn’t make it into the curriculum. One of those little history pockets spurred the idea for Fires of Injustice.

I grew up in the Midwest learning about Jesse James, the Plains Indian Wars, frontier violence, the Civil War, the Great Depression, and all things Missouri and Mississippi River. Boy, did I get an education when I moved to the West Coast! The first time someone mentioned “Chinese Underground,” I had to find out more.

Six years ago in Pendleton, Oregon, I first learned about America’s Forgotten War and the expulsions that occurred along the West Coast. I knew thousands of Chinese laborers built the western half of the Transcontinental Railroad. But I didn’t know 300,000 Chinese immigrants came to America between 1852 and 1888. Drawn first by gold, then by opportunities in mining, agriculture, manufacturing, and the service trades.

And the girls came. “Go‑away girls” were daughters of impoverished families in southern China. Families sent or sold these girls into domestic servitude or, tragically, into trafficking networks that reached as far as America.

What began as the exploitation of vulnerable Chinese girls and laborers soon hardened into a wider climate of fear and resentment. That same prejudice—left unchecked—grew into the mob violence and expulsions that later tore entire communities apart.

This was a dark chapter in American history. But there were those who cared about these girls and wanted to protect them at all costs. A story of resilience, redemption, and love, FIRES OF INJUSTICE blazes with the courage of those who dared to stand against that darkness.

Interview with Kendy

How long does it take you to write a book?

I think I’m a bit unusual in that I write the first draft very quickly. But first, I spend a month or two researching and writing out a three-part story arc. I also develop each character and their arcs. I take a ton of notes and create each setting with great detail. I use timelines, photos, descriptions, and Google Earth images of the terrain. The preparation that goes into a story before I write one word is laborious but fun. I’ve written each of my books in January. Thirty days ablaze, following my outline, notes, maps, research—and it all comes together. I never write on Sundays. So technically, I take one month to write the first draft. But then there’s a few more months of editing before I’m finished.

What does your family think of your writing?

I am a bit embarrassed to answer this question. Thankfully, I’ve discovered my answer is not so uncommon. My family is proud of my accomplishments, very supportive, and I think they respect my pursuing something that takes so much self-motivation. Do they read what I write? Nope. Well, except for one of my sisters, who looks forward to each new book. Alas, my husband only reads non-fiction. My three sons prefer speculative and crime fiction. And my daughter prefers Ted Dekker and contemporary suspense. The truth is out.

How many books have you written? Which is your favorite?

I’ve written four Christian historical novels, and I think the first one, When the Mountains Wept, is my favorite of those. That first experience creating a full novel from research and your imagination is hard to describe. It’s like your first giant crush, with all the thrills and goosebumps and tears and discovery. It was truly a journey where I felt God was with me every step of the way. That was the most rewarding part of writing that first book, the first-time experience writing with God. I’ve also written seven children’s picture books, which I hope to see published one day. One of those books came almost entirely (rhyming and all) while I was in the shower, adding verses every day.

Where can readers find out more about you and your books?

I dearly love hearing from readers! You can discover more about my books at my website: https://kendypearson.com. Please consider connecting with me through my newsletter at Email Subscribe (mailerlite.com)  Also, follow on Amazon to get notified of new releases.

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Any current or upcoming projects you’d like to tell us about?

I’m currently working on a series to follow the West Virginia: Born of Rebellion’s Storm series. I left three characters as youths at the series’ end. My readers made it known that they had become attached to these youngsters and wanted to know what was going to happen to them. So, I pivoted. Since the Civil War ends during book #3 of that series, this new series will be something like “Beyond the Storm” to continue with the three family members who each need their own story.

Blog Stops

Texas Book-aholic, April 15

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, April 16

Sydney Schmied Books, April 17

Stories By Gina, April 18 (Author Interview)

Mary Hake, April 18

For Him and My Family, April 19

Life on Chickadee Lane, April 20

Babbling Becky L’s Book Impressions , April 21

Guild Master, April 22 (Author Interview)

Pause for Tales, April 22

Betti Mace, April 23

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, April 24

Locks, Hooks and Books, April 25

Connie’s History Classroom, April 26

Holly’s Book Corner, April 27

Fiction Book Lover, April 28 (Author Interview)

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Kendy is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon Gift Card and a paperback copy of the book!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://gleam.io/zg8t0/fires-of-injustice-celebration-tour-giveaway