Lynn, you already know my reaction to your book was similar to jawjaw's.

By the grace of God, I have never been abused. Your book was the first I've read on the topic. This proves it's good to step out of our reading zones (something we've been discussing in another forum).

I was ignorant until I attended a luncheon and the guest speaker (who looked like you and me) spoke of her physical battle with her husband, protection of her children, acceptance in a shelter, and recovery. I was stunned. When she stepped up to the microphone in her stylish suit and lovely smile I had no idea what was hiding behind her glamour.

Her story and your story opened my eyes to the compassion so rightfully needed by women who are abused, and the knowledge that abuse is probably a couple doors down and I don't know it.

I'm grateful you so willingly shared your story. Now I have a question...

Have family members read your book, and if so, what are their reactions?