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Wandering in the Shadows: A Tale of Redemption and Hope

In this episode of Mature Adults with Donna and Mike, Donna Hoover discusses her new book 'Wandering In The Shadows,' which tells the true story of her sister Jennifer's battle with addiction, abuse, trauma, and her miraculous recovery. Donna shares what inspired her to write the book, how the process changed her perspective on addiction and judgment, and the deep bond with her sister. The conversation dives into the book's themes of faith, hope, and resilience, and Donna explains how her sister's journey can offer hope and understanding to others going through similar struggles. They also talk about the importance of transparency in storytelling and how the book is designed to help both those struggling with addiction and their loved ones.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:47 Introducing Donna's New Book
01:36 The Journey of Writing 'Wandering In The Shadows'
03:03 Jennifer's Struggles and Triumphs
03:53 Balancing Honesty and Hope in Writing
05:12 The Impact of a Brain Aneurysm
06:48 Jennifer's Resilience and Faith
07:37 Memorable Moments from the Book
08:35 Understanding Addiction and Trauma
09:21 Family Impact and Early Life Traumas
10:10 Lessons and Messages of Hope
19:21 Book Availability and Promotions
21:24 Future Plans and Final Thoughts