Shattered Resilience

By Jenny Houghton Thomas

"Shattered Resilience" is a harrowing yet deeply moving tale of Sarah, a young girl whose life is marred by a series of tragedies and trials that test her to her core. Sarah's story begins in the shadow of abuse at the hands of her stepfather, a traumatic experience that sets the stage for her tumultuous journey ahead. As she navigates the complexities of adolescence, her life takes a darker turn, leading to her first stay in a mental hospital.

The narrative unfolds as Sarah is cast adrift in the foster care system, where she is shuffled between dozens of homes, each move further fragmenting her sense of stability and self. With each new placement, Sarah grapples with her deep-seated trauma and fears, often manifesting in acts of rebellion and self-sabotage that belie her internal struggle.

Her already fragile world is shattered completely by the devastating loss of Michael, her boyfriend, whose death in the state hospital marks a pivotal point in her life. Michael's passing plunges Sarah into the depths of despair, exacerbating her mental health challenges and intensifying her feelings of isolation and grief.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CSDQVKBV
• ISBN13: 9798989835102
• Release Date: February 2024
• Publisher: Jenny Houghton Thomas
• Length: 294 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.0" x 8.0"
• Age Range: 13 to 18 years
• Grade Range: Grade 8 to Postsecondary