Title: Burnt Edges
Author: Dana Leipold
Publication Date: October 21, 2014
Genre: Women's Fiction
Synopsis
Abuse or an uncertain future. This is Laurel Lee Page’s choice when she is faced with an unplanned pregnancy at 18. Born into a broken family, all she has ever known is guilt and shame. No matter what she does or who she meets, Laurel appears to be living a condemned life but she is determined to find independence and freedom in spite of her family’s legacy of hatred and self-contempt. Can Laurel see that she is in a powerful position, poised to break the cycle of abuse? Set in Southern California during the tumultuous 1960s era, Burnt Edges is based on true events and proves that strength can be found even in the most horrific situations.
Author Bio
Dana Leipold is a freelance writer, author, and member of the Association of Independent Authors and Creativity Coaching Association. Her debut novel, Burnt Edges, depicts the unwavering resilience of a young woman in the face of family violence and abuse. She has self-published two other books: a collection of limericks in Dr. Seuss-style for adults entitled, Stupid Poetry: The Ultimate Collection of Sublime and Ridiculous Poems, and a non-fiction book entitled, The Power of Writing Well: Write Well. Change the World. In addition, she coaches other writers on story structure, messaging, and writing skills so they can achieve their dreams to become published authors. Leipold lives with her husband and two children in the San Francisco Bay Area.
My Review:
This was an amazing book. At times I felt like I wanted to cry, protect Laurel, or arrest her parents. Towards the end of the book there is a part with Laurel and her mother. While I was reading this I felt like I was having the same revelations as Laurel. I liked that this book had a powerful message. There are so many people suffering in silence, that there can never be enough awareness. I applaud this author for writing such a touch subject, even if one person reads it and learns about the cycle of violence then it is well worth it. The ending was very sweet and I liked that the author wrote a note saying that there will be a sequel. This book has so much more to it. There is a deathbed confession, the loss of a home due to the times, a grandmother's secret, abuse, and war. The author also talks about what happens after war to the soldiers. I am giving this book a 5/5. I was given a copy to review, however all opinions are my own. This book is not for all readers, due to the abuse, etc.
This was an amazing book. At times I felt like I wanted to cry, protect Laurel, or arrest her parents. Towards the end of the book there is a part with Laurel and her mother. While I was reading this I felt like I was having the same revelations as Laurel. I liked that this book had a powerful message. There are so many people suffering in silence, that there can never be enough awareness. I applaud this author for writing such a touch subject, even if one person reads it and learns about the cycle of violence then it is well worth it. The ending was very sweet and I liked that the author wrote a note saying that there will be a sequel. This book has so much more to it. There is a deathbed confession, the loss of a home due to the times, a grandmother's secret, abuse, and war. The author also talks about what happens after war to the soldiers. I am giving this book a 5/5. I was given a copy to review, however all opinions are my own. This book is not for all readers, due to the abuse, etc.
Giveaway: There is a giveaway for this tour. Ten (10) $10 Amazon giftcards courtesy of the author. Ends 1/23.
No comments:
Post a Comment