Publication Date: October 16, 2023
In “I Survived” the author’s journey through a life marked by hardship, pain and resilience. From the devastating loss of a mother at a young age to abusive relationships and a harrowing escape, this gripping memoir unveils the story of survival, redemption, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. With unwavering determination, the author overcomes the shadows of her past to forge a path toward self-discovery, healing, and hope.
I Survived is an inspiring testament to the power of resilience and the unwavering belief that no matter the obstacles, one can triumph over adversity and ultimately thrive.
Writing a memoir often serves as a form of catharsis, acknowledging the events of the past.
Celisha J. shares her story in I Survived. Packaged as a novella, each of the 25 chapters provides insight into a woman who had three of her seven children before the age of 17.
She details multiple accounts of sexual abuse, starting with a family member and then from others in her life. As a young black female, her home life was in shambles after the sudden death of her mother.
The author notes in the introduction that her purpose in sharing her story is to help other women free themselves from past mistakes. Based on the conclusion, it appears she has plans for another installment.
As it stands, readers get a solid dose of the awful without the joy of success. There’s no doubt the author hit rock bottom multiple times as she was caught up in a cycle of poverty and abuse. It was surprising not to see more of a focus on the children.
I Survived provides an opportunity for the author to validate her past experiences in the hope that others might learn from her mistakes.
Born in Michigan now living in Atlanta Celisha J. is an Actress and Author all in one, landing a role in a movie and a lead role on a TV Series.
She currently has a book entitled “I Survived”. It is a chilling story about her life from losing her mom at an early age and all the things that she has endured in her life, that should have broken her but she uses her pain as motivation to continue on her journey to following her dreams of being an actress, author and motivational speaker. She is currently pursuing more roles in acting.
