Book excerpt: When we are faced with tragedy and strife, it can be all too easy to succumb to hopelessness, to feel that God has forsaken us. But it is also possible to rise above that despair. With faith, it is possible to make it through the hard times and come out more powerful. It is possible to use disappointment, grief, and hardship as inspiration to reach new heights.In Women Unveiled: 13 Stories of Restoration to Power, Purpose, and Peace, Erika Etienne has brought together a collection of tenacious women who have faced abuse, adversity, and loss, but who rose above their misfortunes and have become all the stronger for it. Let these women inspire you to see how God has already granted you the gifts you need to face your challenges and triumph over them, so that you, too, can recognize your power to change your circumstances, live your purpose, and gain the peace which surpasses all understanding.