{"product_id":"9781491841013","title":"White Roses In A Dream: Traits, Patterns and Action Plans","description":"While writing this sequel to my first book, MANipulated Into Fear, There Is Always A Pattern, I couldn’t understand how I was able to live the dark side of life while others perceived me as living a happy normal life. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI was devastated at the thought of being unemployed now and allowing my relationship with an abuser to affect my family and me, and our lives. I began to realize that I, too, had traits, patterns and action plans, just like Rolf, and that there was always a pattern of abuse within families. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIrrational thoughts entered my mind, and I began contemplating ending Rolf’s life before he ended mine. In the same vein, if I didn’t murder Rolf, I felt the need for me to take my own life to stop living in fear because of Rolf. I was hoping that there was a way for me to control my fear, when one day, I saw white roses and knew that they symbolized new beginnings. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeveral months later, I left to go on vacation to Germany and hoped that I would be able to leave my feelings of fear behind. Sometimes, one never knows what to expect on a trip. There were times when I felt like Cinderella, had quite an adventure, and wished that I had brought my weapon for protection. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen I returned home, something very unexpected happened to me. I had a relationship with a man that seemed to be surreal. One can only continue to pray for white roses in a dream, and hope for a new beginning with their life. It doesn’t always have to be a dream!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Five Stars) ForeWord Clarion Review - \u003ci\u003eElizabeth Millard\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith this sequel, Dawnay broadens the focus from getting past her own hurt, shame, and victimization to helping others.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlthough Dawnay provides more narrative about her life after Rolf--writing the first book, traveling to Germany, tentatively starting a new relationship--she focuses on her inner journey from victim to victor.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDawnay's ability to detail and draw meaning for others from her painful experiences is strengthened by her straightforward, conversational writing style. Like a long letter from a friend, White Roses In A Dream strikes a personal, thoughtful tone.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor those who suspect they may be dealing with abusive patterns in their own relationships, or seeing them among friends or family, Dawnay offers simple and powerful advice. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRead the full review: https:\/\/www.forewordreviews.com\/reviews\/white-roses-in-a-dream\/\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AuthorHouse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47131835826416,"sku":"9781491841013","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781491841013_p0.jpg?v=1763660720","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781491841013","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}