{"product_id":"daughter-of-an-assassin-turning-pain-into-power-a-journey-of-faith-and-perseverance-a-memoir-paperback","title":"DAUGHTER of an ASSASSIN TURNING PAIN into POWER: a JOURNEY of FAITH and PERSEVERANCE: A Memoir - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eEzinne Esther Njoku\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003eOrlando Walker\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator), \u003cb\u003eJoe Buccino\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book \u003ci\u003eDaughter of an Assassin: Turning Pain into Power\u003c\/i\u003e is a compelling memoir by Rhoda Banks. It chronicles her tumultuous childhood, shaped by a traumatic environment marked by violence, poverty, and fractured family dynamics. The story begins with the dramatic and life-altering event of witnessing a murder at the age of five, setting the tone for the struggles and resilience that define her journey. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRhoda explores the shadow of her father's legacy as an assassin, a man feared and hated in their community, and how it impacts her life and relationships. She reflects on her mother's volatile personality and the challenging dynamics of growing up in an environment where abuse, addiction, and survival were constant themes. Despite these obstacles, Rhoda finds glimmers of hope through her education, supportive individuals like teachers and neighbors, and her growing self-awareness. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe narrative also delves into societal issues such as systemic racism, self-esteem struggles tied to colorism, and the stigmatization of being associated with her father's past crimes. As Rhoda matures, she grapples with these challenges, seeking to transform her pain into strength and perseverance. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe book is both a raw and inspiring testament to overcoming adversity \u0026amp; inherited family trauma, finding self-worth, and the power of resilience and faith. It serves as a reflection on breaking cycles of trauma and forging a new path despite the weight of the past.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 242\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.51 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 15, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53575235797299,"sku":"9798218557829","price":31.01,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/s3xxpj-vy.myshopify.com\/products\/daughter-of-an-assassin-turning-pain-into-power-a-journey-of-faith-and-perseverance-a-memoir-paperback","provider":"The Celestial Starlit Phoenix ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}