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By: A.F. Osborne

Running from Paradise

Pages: 194 Ratings: 5.0
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Alicia endures a traumatic childhood of abuse and adversity that drives her to run away and spiral into addiction as a teen. At 16, she boards a plane to an unfamiliar place, where even more hardship awaits. There, she faces a painfully heartbreaking experience that pushes her pain deeper inside in order to survive. For years, Alicia suppresses the memories of her devastating past. But in her early thirties, the haunting trauma resurfaces with such vivid clarity that she can no longer distinguish reality. After losing herself, Alicia must find the hope to carry on even during her darkest hour. This is a resilient woman’s powerful story of wrestling with childhood demons and the struggle to overcome trauma.

A.F. Osborne grew up in Hawaii. Writing Running from Paradise was both challenging and healing for her, as she used her real-life experiences to create a story that’s truly captivating. She struggled with the abuse and neglect of her childhood, only comforted by the love of her grandmother. Having a dysfunctional relationship with her mother she did anything to escape, from running away to drug addiction. As the words formed on the pages, she relived many of her traumas, though it was emotionally taxing, she found strength in the hope of helping others. A bond with a woman from her childhood later blossomed into a beautiful relationship, and she finally got the family of which she had always dreamed of.
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  • Book Review by M.C.

    "Running from Paradise" by A.F. Osborne is a thought-provoking book that explores themes of the author’s freedom, self-discovery, and the complexities of human relationships. The author experiences with regard to her struggles as she confronts the pasts and seeks a future away from the confines of their paradisiacal beginnings. The book is engaging, with vivid descriptions that bring the settings to life, allowing readers to immerse themselves fully in the author’s journeys. creating relatable characters who experience both internal and external conflicts, making their struggles resonate on a personal level. The pace of the story is well-balanced, with moments of reflection paired with action that keep the reader invested. The evolving dynamics between the characters add depth to the overall narrative, highlighting the challenges of connection and the desire for independence. Overall, "Running from Paradise" is a compelling read for those who enjoy deep character exploration and stories that challenge the notion of utopia. It invites readers to ponder what paradise truly means and what it costs to escape from it. If you're interested in themes of real-life struggles that show just because you may live in paradise, people go through real-life problems that affect their paradise. By M.C.

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