“Ed Thompson’s new book, Piano in the Dark, offers a compelling look at the tension that arises when one’s passion for God is in conflict with one’s passion for another. You will be left breathless, thoughtful, and deeply satisfied.”

– John Carter Author, The Transformed Life

“Feeling judged by his family and his church, how does Sandy comes to terms with loving God, loving God’s Word and loving another man? Why can’t he love and be committed to all three? This book will help you understand both Sandy’s struggle and God’s love. I have recommended Piano in the Dark to many ‘lovers’ in this duel relationship.”

– Rev. Cheryl M. Piper, Pastoral Counselor

“I just finished reading Piano in the Dark. I’m exhausted with the turmoil Sandy endured in his life. But the patience of God prevails. We as Christians and leaders in the church need to let God be God, and we worship His beauty and holiness. I’m still digesting, yet great book.”

– Jim Hunt Jacksonville, Florida

“Thompson skillfully and compassionately weaves an intriguing story around one of the hot topics in the 21st century church. It’s a page turner that doesn’t leave the reader disappointed.”

– Kim Applewhite

“Ed Thompson’s debut novel is a powerful story of what it’s like being gay and a Christian in America. The story telling is captivating from the beginning Chapter. The characters are brought to life and are easily relatable when reading along. If there were a genre for Progressive Christian books, this most assuredly be listed among them. The topic of homosexuality within the Christian paradigm is normally along traditionally conservative viewpoints. Piano in the Dark creates the most powerful and vivid understanding of being a follower of Jesus, as well as being a gay American. I believe that this book will give comfort to gay Christians genuinely struggling with their identity. The story, however, is not one dimensional. It delves into current Church culture, family bonds, grief and depression in a very real way. As a native resident of Upstate New York, I enjoyed reading a story that takes place in Upstate New York. The descriptions of the community are expertly detailed. As you reach the final chapters, you are desperate to find out what conclusion the main character will reach in his search. I hope that Ed Thompson continues to tell stories and I look forward to reading them all.”

– Joe Rossi Syracuse, New York