Alicia Johnson, a strong, independent, well renowned Corporate Attorney for one of the largest law firms in Atlanta is a woman haunted by her past. The facade that she is forced to portray is unbeknownst to those closest to her in order to cover up a dark secret that she's had to deal with since childhood. Love and Men don't coincide in her world, being that relationships in her eyes only end in heartache and pain. Thinking that by changing her name and location that it would give her a fresh start, Alicia is able to enjoy life the only way she sees fit -- her way. That is until her past comes back to threaten her future. Her world is once again shaken when she finds out that the one person she has been trying to forget has made his presence known, with a vow to pay for sending him to prison. Caught in a web of love, hurt, and betrayal. Will Alicia find what she's looking for or will the events that rocked her childhood have the final say so in ruining her life?
I cried through this whole entire story. Well written with a flow that touched the inner part of me I well hid. This book was loaned to me first and then given as a gift. Tyrell could not have brought more awareness to this tragic, all too common issue. Thank you! You've given me a hope that continuing therapy and taken back my power and love they so undeserve! Please keep your talent and ability to reach the most hidden demons we victors dealt with close and if use. We need you!
This subject is often taboo in our community. I enjoyed how he tied together her walk/growth in Christ with counseling. Sometimes everyone needs to speak to a professional. This was my first time reading this author, but it will not be my last.
Stolen Innocence by Stolen Innocence is not a light read, and the cover alone does little to prepare you for the emotional weight inside. This is a layered, emotionally demanding story that explores trauma, survival, power, and the long shadow of childhood pain.
Alicia Johnson is introduced as a polished, accomplished corporate attorney—strong, independent, and respected in Atlanta’s elite legal circles. But behind that carefully constructed exterior is a woman shaped by unresolved trauma. Alicia has spent her life mastering the art of reinvention, believing that a name change, a new city, and professional success could bury the past for good. What makes this story compelling is not just what she’s hiding, but how deeply that secret informs every decision she makes.
The novel does a strong job of showing how trauma doesn’t disappear simply because time passes or success is achieved. When Alicia’s past resurfaces—personified by the very man she tried to forget—the tension escalates quickly. The emotional stakes feel real, and the fear, anger, and vulnerability Alicia experiences are written in a way that feels painfully authentic.
This book tackles several heavy topics, sometimes all at once, which can feel overwhelming—but also realistic. Trauma is rarely neat or singular. While parts of the story could have benefited from deeper development, the emotional impact and subject matter carry the narrative through.