A revealing, hopeful account of a young woman's ascent out of the bleak despair of addiction and how recovery helped her confront the traumas and secrets that kept her living in the dark for so long.
In her first memoir, The Blackout Girl: Growing Up and Drying Out in America, Jennifer Storm enthralled readers with the haunting account of her descent into addiction, which began when she was raped at twelve years old. But against all odds, she survived, and ultimately thrived.
In Jennifer's courageous and insightful sequel, Leave the Light On, she continues her inspiring story through recovery and the self-discovery that followed. With fearless honesty, she chronicles her journey as she embarked upon a new life without alcohol or other drugs., finally facing her traumatic past, confronting her buried emotions, and revealing the long-hidden truth about her sexuality. A unique blend of addiction recovery and coming-out story, this book conveys a beaming message of hope and provides a positive example for those facing similar adversities.