Book excerpt: This is a poignant tale of a woman who, despite enduring the most harrowing experiences, manages to rise above them all. This is the story of a woman who is first introduced to us as a wife, trapped in a toxic marriage with an alcoholic husband. Her life takes a tragic turn when her husband is abruptly taken from her in a violent incident, leaving her to pick up the pieces of her shattered life. After several years of healing and rediscovery, she finds love again, only to be ensnared in another abusive relationship. Her second husband, a man plagued with personality disorders, subjects her to torment and abuse. However, fate has another cruel twist in store. Following the death of her second husband, she falls prey to a stalker who drugs and violates her. Yet, this is not a story of despair, but one of resilience, faith and rebirth. Despite the darkness that surrounds her, she finds solace and strength in her unwavering faith in God. It is faith that empowers her to stand firm, to face the adversities that life throws at her, and to ultimately resurrect herself from the ashes of her past.