“I Am” is a deeply personal memoir chronicling the author’s journey through neutral, healing, and self discovery. After discovering their fiancé’s affair with his boss’s daughter one month before their destination wedding, the author spent three years trying to save the marriage before it ultimately ended. Through journaling, therapy and reflection, this intimate account evolved from a private healing journal into an inspiring testament of resilience, offering hope to others navigating similar life challenges.

I am in love. I am

I am ignoring red flags.

I am engaged.

I am being cheated on.

I am getting married.

I am not sure who I am anymore.

I am in therapy.

I am calling it quits.

I am free.

I am in love. I am I am ignoring red flags. I am engaged. I am being cheated on. I am getting married. I am not sure who I am anymore. I am in therapy. I am calling it quits. I am free.

For the girl who wanted to be loved by a man that could never love her the way she deserved.

For the girl who lost herself in the relationship or marriage.

For the girl who finally chooses herself and her healing.

For the girl who realizes she has and always will be enough.

4.8 Star Reviews on Good Reads

Reviews

  • Loved this book. The author is so relatable and speaks from the heart. Such an easy heartfelt read…could not put it down! Her story is so inspiring. A perfect example of the power of a woman!! ✨✨

    Jennifer L.

  • This book definitely puts a new perspective into your life! Worth the read 10x over!

    Kerrie G.

  • If you are going through, in the midst of or at the end of a challenging relationship- this book is for you. It is such an easy, smooth and touching book. You can feel exactly what the author was feeling in those moments!

    Jessica B.

Amazon Review

“This book healed a part of me that I didn’t know was broken and I think it will be the same for everyone who reads it. This book starts with navigating heartbreak and failure and moves into healing and becoming the best version of yourself. You get to see what can go on behind closed doors of a seemingly picture perfect relationship. The author walks the reader through the rollercoaster that was her life, cheating, masking, people pleasing etc. and how she hit rock bottom and there was no where but up. I *know* this book will be relatable to everyone who reads it in one way or another. The interactive journaling at the end was such an awesome surprise too. 10/10 must read especially for anyone in toxic relationships - I know it’ll change their life.”

Jennifer L. Review

“Well I just have to say that I just received my book today and I have already read through it entirely.. cover to cover. There are so many gems in here. So well written, so insightful and spiritually connected. While I do relate to everything that was experienced in the book, I believe even if you do not personally relate, this book will resonate with you. It’s just that good. Thank you Marissa for writing such an amazing book that I know is going to help and empower so many women (people). I am so inspired to get on my own spiritual healing journey. 💕”

Reviews

  • Reading such a raw and vulnerable experience and seeing how amazing the comeback was. Shows that even when you hit rock bottom you can come back stronger. A must read!

    Lisa T.

  • Just read the whole thing. I really admire this story of strength and hope. The importance of recognizing gaslighting and lovebombing for what it is... what it means to lose yourself and get yourself back.. the importance of a support network. Humility, hope and courage. Great job marissa

    CC

  • Such an easy read on how someone can take a truly awful situation and turn it into a beautiful healing journey that not only helps themselves but others! Truly inspiring and amazing!

    Kaitlyn D.