Trapped

by Lori L. Stephens, Robert S. Nahas, WriterServices.net (Editor)

A true story of great inspiration. The life of a woman who was abandoned my her mother at age 14 and raped. This was just the beginning. She endured 30 years of physical abuse, drug addiction of methamphetamines and alcohol, and going in and out of jail. But Lori L. Stephens decided change the way things were, though the trap she was in seemed impossible to escape. As a result, she made a complete turn-around, overcoming obstacles and "impossible" odds. This book will inspire anyone to escape their own personal trap.

Genres: Memoir, Addiction

332 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2009

Reviews

[Robert S. Nahas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Though I was the writer for this book, I just had to give a review on it for Lori L. Stephens. I learned a great deal about the will of humankind and that we are all fundamentally good, even the worst of us. Ms. Stephens is an amazing woman who overcame addiction, abuse and a life not worth living.

Her real-life story will inspire anyone who is challenged in some way in life; that really refers to just about everyone. Once you see what she went through, and then overcame, and then decided to better the world, you'll know that there is immense greatness within all of us.

I have written over 50 books, and this is the first that I have gone beyond my normal boundaries and given a review on, not for myself, but for this incredible book and this incredible woman - Lori L. Stephens.

[Geoff · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked this story.
I felt the writer's struggle, and I felt her pain. I recommend it to anyone struggling with the effects of substance abuse.
The writing has real potential, but I don't think the editing and proofreading allow the reader to immerse themselves in the story.
This needs to be re-released with a professional polish on it. It could be so much better.

[Donnie McDow · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed reading this book, i read 'every' night and this is one of those books that you can't wait to get back to. Lori takes you with her and i could feel and relate to many of the things she went through being a recovering addict myself. i have never read such a true account of what it's like out there and how she came through it, i feel she is a miracle.

[Christy Fox Patterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hits close to home...

This book is so close to my life story. I am so proud of Lori for being so brutally honest! Thank you Lori, with lots of love!

[Brandon Swedelson · Rating 5 out of 5]

SIMPLY AMAZING!!!!

This is a story of a woman who beat a life of drug addiction in an existence which was worse than any nightmare one could imagine. In the latter part of the book she delivers a clear-cut message of the program of Narcotics Anonymous and the promises of what can come if your dreams become bigger than your fears. I highly recommend this book and Thank you Lori for being as transparent as you were in this candid story of hope.

[Amy Maddess · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5

[Linda Shanklin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Her story is amazing! It was like I was reading my own story of addiction. Lori is a survivor. I only wish she lived near me so she could be my sponsor! Thank you Lori for this wonderful and inspiring look into your life! Thanks for sharing!

[Denni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book

I love memoirs. this one is definitely told from the heart! I could not put it down. for those who have ever had someone with a drug addiction this story helps you to understand.

[Sarahnm · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting share. I think that the writing was good, but the electronic copy I read was full of mistakes.

Anyhow that being said, it was a good read.

[Gina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this book in one sitting. Kept me on the edge of my seat. Lori Stephens tells a detailed story of her struggle with meth. I totally felt her pain.

[Deana Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing true story. Hard to put down.