What people are saying…
“This is a powerful memoir of a young girl’s journey through adversity, abuse & perseverance. This is a book I could not put down; I felt like I was with this young girl through every step of her life. Along the way, I found myself rooting for her and hoping beyond hope that this next turn would be in her favor, that this would be her happy ever after, that someone would finally protect her.
Sometimes the complete lack of governance she had over her life was overwhelming. I cried over the tumultuous childhood she had, the protector she had to be for her brothers and the injustice she endured. In the end though, this is a story of strength and success. A reminder that we can all overcome adversity in life and choose our own path towards happiness.”
— Liz B. -Sarasota Book Club 14+ years.
“Susan’s writing has the ability to draw the reader in through emotion. I could feel her experience as I read the book. This book represents resilience and fortitude. These are major life skills Susan has mastered.”
— Pamela Braunig
“A must-read for someone who appreciates a memoir so raw & real that you can’t help but for the story to reach in and grab a place in your heart. To often, especially now, we quickly make a judgement (whether we mean to or not) on someone we meet. They may look put together and seem to have the perfect family or career and we forget to have wandered or asked about the story behind what we see, the story that made them. Susie let herself be completely vulnerable and open to the world, her family, and friends to read and learn about how her life shaped her and others surounding her. I read to gain insight, to better understand others through their stories, to be more understanding of people’s different situations. This book did all of that, then surprisingly touched close to home, forcing me to wander more regarding my upbringing, my tornado, and how it has and continues to shape me. I have such admiration for Susan for sharing what I know will positively impact and touch so many.”