I WILL NOT BE BROKEN Five Steps to Overcoming a Life Crisis

Author and narrator Jerry White, who lost his leg to a land mine, weaves personal experience with stories from other survivors to reveal the skills needed to survive—even to triumph over—crisis. He explores common themes of trauma, loss, and pain with empathy and power. Using his voice effectively, he characterizes other survivors, giving the impression of multiple narrators. With careful pacing and understatement, White outlines a specific five-step program to cope with disaster, a program that turns tragedy into triumph and leaves many survivors grateful for their traumatic experience. His gut-level honesty, humor, and sense of irony make this a compelling listen. G.D.W. © AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2008]