Marguerite Ashton’s “Tracie’s Story” is a captivating narrative that grips you from the first page and holds you spellbound until the very end. Based on a true story, it chronicles the life of Tracie, a young woman raised by a single mother battling alcoholism.
From a tender age, Tracie confronts the challenges of caring for an alcoholic parent, enduring disrespect and shouldering responsibilities no child should bear. These experiences leave her deeply wounded. A devastating incident occurs when her mother, driving under the influence, causes an accident that leaves Tracie with a permanent disability, a constant, visible reminder of her traumatic past. As she grows into adulthood, Tracie grapples with inner turmoil, battling addictions to both alcohol and her relentless work ethic.
Ashton’s writing style is direct and accessible, drawing the reader into Tracie’s world with such intensity that reality momentarily fades away. While the ending may feel somewhat open-ended, it lingers in your thoughts long after you finish reading, proving its effectiveness. It’s a story that stays with you.
ISBN#: 1-4137-7386-9
Author: Marguerite Ashton
Publisher: Publish America