Lookin' for Love.

MATERNAL love; DRUG addiction; PRISON sentences; ALCOHOLISM; CHRISTIAN spirituality

"Lookin' for Love" is a novel by Susen Edwards that explores the challenges and rewards of overcoming addiction. Inspired by a true story, the book follows Ava Stanton, who grows up feeling unworthy and unloved. After marrying a violent alcoholic and becoming a single mother, Ava's decision to work as a go-go dancer leads to her own addiction. The consequences of her addictions are both shocking and heartbreaking, and her journey towards healing is ultimately guided by Christian spirituality. This honest and uplifting novel offers a balanced perspective on the process of creating lasting change. [Extracted from the article]

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