Poignant, thoughtful, and emotional, The Three O'clock Calls is Tom Smith's memoir. It delves into the lives of three central figures in his life—George, Danielle, and Blake—each facing their own battles and transformations. Interwoven within their stories is Tom himself, and The Three O'clock Calls reflects on his faith and the role these people played in his life and his relationship with God. 

George (Tom's father), a man haunted by his past and struggling with alcoholism, recounts his tumultuous journey from making moonshine with his father to grappling with the consequences of his actions. Danielle (Tom's daughter), a young and ambitious golfer, navigates the challenges of college life, family expectations, and personal growth. Blake (Tom's nephew), an apprentice plumber with dreams of a stable future, faces the harsh realities of life and the impact of his choices. Ultimately, their stories end in tragedy, and Tom explains how he worked through the grief through love, forgiveness, and resilience. 

In describing the purpose of sharing his story, Tom says, "These stories are part of my life. They are massive parts, but they are not the whole of it. I have more life to live, more people to love and serve, more to discover about God. But the stories I have told in this book are the poignant ones that keep me believing. Isn't that strange? That the very same stories that bring me the most pain are the ones that keep me clinging to faith? I suspect this is because pain shows me my need in profound ways and because I can look back on my life and see how God has never abandoned me"