About The Book

As Monique confronts the harsh realities of her world, she embarks on a journey of self-empowerment and inner healing. Bowling paints a raw, honest picture of the complexities of survival and the courage it takes for Monique to ultimately redefine herself beyond the limitations of her environment. Through her experiences, Monique comes to realize that the love she so desperately sought from others is something she can cultivate within herself.

Nancy M. Bowling’s storytelling brings a vivid, almost cinematic quality to the struggles and triumphs of growing up in a world where affection and safety are not guaranteed. By blending Monique’s story with her own personal truths, Bowling crafts a narrative that is deeply empathetic and hopeful, even as it traverses dark themes of abandonment and self-reliance.