Jodi's Story

by Emily Leigh Curtis

Jodi was only a child when she was orphaned and taken into the care of a religious organization that hated everything that she was. They abused her physically and emotionally, robbed her of her culture and identity, and left her with emotional scars. This upbringing led to a life on the street, addicted to heroin and selling her body to feed its ever-growing chemical dependency. Stuck in this vicious circle with no way out, Jodi was helpless in the grasp of society's biases. Useless social systems seemed designed to keep the needy in their place. So, she lives on the razor's edge, only ever one misstep, and one unfortunate interaction away from becoming yet another sad statistic that no one bothers to keep track of.

In a life like Jodi's, what are the chances of her actually meeting someone who cares enough to see beyond the track marks, beyond her emaciated body that once stood tall and proud in its cultural heritage? Perhaps, someone caught in a vicious cycle all their own could understand...

With gripping imagery and stark detail, Jodi's Story is one that needs to be told. Just trying to survive, doing whatever needs to be done, Jodi reveals the humanity that most people don't want to consider.

234 pages, Paperback

Published April 13, 2023

Reviews

[Shannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hooked me from the very first page and kept me turning pages until the very end. Gritty and dark but with an amazing silver lining!

[Lucie Goodwin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book #6
Jodi’s Story (no it’s not my husbands story haha)
This book as written by a local author , I have seen and heard so much about it from local friends I just had to check it out, and am I ever glad I did!!!!

Wow! Just Wow! I read this at the cottage and just did not want to put it down.

The story is about Jodi a girl who is placed in a residential school , and suffers the violence and abuse that we now know occurred at these horrible schools in Canada over the years.
She escapes the residential school and then sadly ends up being trafficked and ends up forced into a life of drugs and prostitution ….

I don’t want to give the whole outcome and storyline away but I highly recommend you purchase this book .

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

It is available on Amazon or you can purchase directly from the author Ashley Emily Girardin( I believe if you purchase directly from the author she will make more than if she has to sell through Amazon so please keep that in mind as this is her first book and she deserves all the profits she can receive )

[Megin · Rating 4 out of 5]

I usually read non fiction. I am in mental healthy and addictions so I gave this book a try despite it being fictional given the authors real lived experience and passion I observed in an interview. I must say, it was very well written and gritty. The chapters were a perfect length to read and put down quickly for a busy parent. The amount of detail in the characters experience was incredible. It was very raw for sure so a hard read for the soft hearted. Great book for those who work with such vulnerable populations

[Peggy Fry · Rating 4 out of 5]

Seriously wish I could give 4.75 ⭐️ I know the author and readers want honesty - and this book was excellent!
This first time author told a powerful story of the world that exists around us- the one which most of us try turn a blind eye to. It captivated me from the start and held my attention through the end- turning the last page to be left wanting more. Whether you like fiction, reality, chick flick, or thriller- this one is worth your time :)
Fast-paced, page-turner!

[Christine Jack · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It is a story that is very deep with upsides as well. The book is well written taking me into the story and keeping me there. Jodi’s story had to be told. I couldn’t put the book down, it was certainly a page turner. I look forward to more books by Emily Leigh Curtis.

[Christienne · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is amazing it really takes you in and makes you feel as if you’re actually there witnessing every bit of it! I absolutely loved it and can’t wait for a sequel!!!!! If you want to be taken away to a different place and time and just escape from reality, this is a must read!!!!!

[Tonya Pugh · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author does a great job of providing vivid details and it is easy to picture what is happening in the book. The story was suspenseful and made me wanting to read more and more to see what happens. There is a great plot twist at the end. Highly recommend this book

[Deanna Chambers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read that will keep you engaged till the very end! I couldn’t put it down!

[A. Iles · Rating 5 out of 5]

Story of loss and redemption, and the other side of humanity.

[Eli Bisson · Rating 5 out of 5]

So so good! I couldn’t stop reading it! I want more books from this writer!!!

[Jonathan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great story - highly recommended!

[Kellie Maxsom · Rating 4 out of 5]

I couldn’t put it down! Very well written story! The truth the shame and the hope. Every part of this book opened my heart and understanding.

[Brent Rodwell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exceptional book from start to finish. I hope to see more from this author.

[Ryan Mac Donald · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed reading this. I read it within several days and was captivated from the beginning. The author did an excellent job of story telling and created a few surprises along the way. It has left me wanting more.