Paralyzed by Alana Terry

About the Book:  
 

Kennedy Stern has returned to campus after surviving an abduction, but old scars cut deep. Vivid flashbacks and terrifying dreams paralyze her, threatening to ruin her academic career and any chance she has at peace or happiness. This mental anguish, however, constitutes only a small fraction of her post-traumatic nightmare.

A partner in Kennedy’s kidnapping remains at large and will not stop until he has silenced her witness permanently. His violent resolve risks not only her life, but the safety of anyone who tries to help.

Kennedy must engage in a deadly battle of the mind as she struggles to stay alive. While fighting on two fronts — one psychological and one physical — the question isn’t whether she’ll come out of the war stronger in the end.

The question is whether she’ll come out of it at all.

My Review: 

Kudos to Alana Terry for another well-crafted book! Within the first few pages I was hooked. The author has a way of not only drawing the reader in with her writing (the words she uses) but also with the storyline itself. One of the pieces that resonated with me the most was the character, Kennedy's, struggle with PTSD. It reminds me of how true it is that we as Christians struggle with such conditions as anxiety or PTSD and if only we pray more and read our Bible more we should be better. Sometimes it just isn't that simple. I definitely was blessed by reading how other Christians go through these types of traumatic things and aren't always perfect in coming through it. I really enjoyed the book immensely! I definitely would recommend! A quick note: while this book can be read on its own, it is really better to read Unplanned to get the background for this story.

Thank you to the author for a copy of this book--the opinions and thoughts are my own.

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars