Darlene's message is that with love and hope, peoplecan and do overcome adversity. Darlene's character, Charlotte, is an admirable, braveyoung girl who endures much turmoil. Darlene shares Charlotte's courageous journey through a childhood of trauma and loss into an adult world ofmental illness and addictions. A worthwhile trip. Many of us live with secrets, however, through the voice of Charlotte, we learn that holding on to secrets can often be more painful than letting go. \"This story needed to be told.\" - J. J.\"I am Charlotte in many ways.\" - Rosie\"Thank you, Dee.\" - T. A. | Small Town Secrets by Darlene M. Lund, Paperback | Indigo Chapters