What a great read. I absolutely loved this emotional and realistic depiction of a young woman who is battling with the life after abuse. I love to see her battle with being strong, but still feeling intense moments of weakness. And what a true story of how females are deeply affected by actions that ocurr in their younger years.

Knowing that the author had personal experience with abuse, I knew going in that this would feel like a real life story of a girl dealing with abuse. But I was amazed at how complex the after effects are - dealing with unsupportive parent and grandparents, while trying to cope with adult issues at a very young age. I cannot stop saying anything but the highest regards.

I am not sure if I would pass this book along to my young readers, but I would most certainly pass this book to anyone who is raising children or could have an impact on a child's life. I found myself hoping that my niece E will always have strong women around her to remind her how amazing she is and help her develop a great sense of self worth.

Unfortunately, this is the second book in the series, the first Courage in Patience, so I am headed to the library to pick up that one! Review to follow!

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