A San Augustine County author has had her first book published. Amazing Grace Williams of Broaddus announces the nationwide release of her book, "The Captive Saga," a heart-pounding tale of bondage and rescue.

Published by Tate Publishing and Enterprises, the book is available through bookstores nationwide, and from the publisher at tatepublishing.com/bookstore, or by visiting any other major online distributor.

In "The Captive Saga," Aubrey Whitton sees a bright future ahead of her as she waits for her train ride home. However, a gang of robbers interrupts her dreams of home by kidnapping her and the secret she carries. As Aubrey loses hope, she wonders: Will she be rescued? When Sheriff Breu Lawrence hears about the train robbery and kidnapping, he immediately gets on the case. With his faith in God, will be be able to rescue Aubrey before it's too late, or will his own secret fail him in his search?

Ms. Williams lives in Broaddus with her husband and their two children.