“Shh… don’t tell” — these words, spoken by her father, mark the beginning of a cycle of abuse that darkens the author’s childhood and teen years. In this memoir, she shares a raw, heart-wrenching account of her journey through childhood trauma, self-discovery, and the unwavering power of resilience.
Michelle was a high school teen when her world turned upside down. Pregnant, rejected, and nearly broken, she battled fear, shame, and the pressure to give up. But she held on. With silent pain in her heart and a dream for something more, Michelle’s story is a powerful testament to resilience, self-worth, and unshakable courage.