Edranel Bacalso Leverenz’s twin memoirs, and Beyond the Darkness: Finding Love and Light and Rising from the Ashes: A Story of Survival and Triumph, are deeply moving narratives that chronicle her harrowing life experiences and extraordinary journey toward healing and redemption. Through raw honesty and unwavering faith, these books offer a voice to the voiceless and hope to those still trapped in silence.
In Beyond the Darkness, Edranel recounts her early life in the Philippines, marked by poverty, betrayal, and unspeakable abuse. From childhood sexual molestation by a trusted family member to the devastating effects of domestic violence in her first marriage, her story is both heartbreaking and profoundly inspiring. Despite the darkness that surrounded her, she never lost the inner drive to survive and rise above her circumstances. Her resilience is evident in her pursuit of education while working multiple jobs, enduring rejection and heartbreak, and ultimately escaping an abusive marriage. The book follows her migration to the United States, where she confronts further challenges, including culture shock, loneliness, and escalating abuse from her husband. Yet amid the chaos, her faith becomes a constant light. Through spiritual encounters, divine interventions, and profound reflection, she discovers her inner strength and begins rebuilding her life.
Beyond the Darkness is a testimony. It speaks directly to abuse survivors, immigrants, and those who have been dismissed, manipulated, or forgotten. The detailed chapter-by-chapter narrative paints a full picture of Edranel’s struggles while also emphasizing transformation through faith, perseverance, and divine grace. The book includes trigger warnings and spiritual reflections, showing her sensitivity to readers navigating similar pain.
Rising from the Ashes: A Story of Survival and Triumph is a companion memoir and a powerful continuation of Edranel’s story. This book looks deeper into the emotional aftermath of her experiences and the slow, painful journey toward trust and love. Picking up where the first memoir ends, it recounts her escape from an abusive marriage and the daunting task of starting over in a foreign country. In these chapters, Edranel confronts rejection, not just from others, but from herself. She explores how internalized trauma and societal expectations shaped her decisions and how reclaiming her voice became a turning point.
Through the support of family, faith communities, and her eventual marriage to a kind and loving partner, Edranel begins to experience true healing. She also pursues higher education, earning a master’s degree and discovering her life’s purpose in advocacy and faith-based service. Rising from the Ashes is a story of renewal. It addresses the cultural and emotional complexities of abuse survivors, especially immigrant women, and offers a compelling message of hope: no matter how deep the pain, there is always a way forward.
Together, these two memoirs offer an unflinching look at suffering and the incredible strength it takes to rise, heal, and thrive. They are vital reads for anyone seeking courage, faith and the reminder that even the darkest chapters can lead to the brightest light.
Edranel Bacalso Leverenz’s twin memoirs, Beyond the Darkness: Finding Love and Light and Rising from the Ashes: A Story of Survival and Triumph, are deeply moving narratives that chronicle her harrowing life experiences and extraordinary journey toward healing and redemption. Through raw honesty and unwavering faith, these books offer a voice to the voiceless and hope to those still trapped in silence.
In Beyond the Darkness, Edranel recounts her early life in the Philippines, marked by poverty, betrayal, and unspeakable abuse. From childhood sexual molestation by a trusted family member to the devastating effects of domestic violence in her first marriage, her story is both heartbreaking and profoundly inspiring. Despite the darkness that surrounded her, she never lost the inner drive to survive and rise above her circumstances. Her resilience is evident in her pursuit of education while working multiple jobs, enduring rejection and heartbreak, and ultimately escaping an abusive marriage. The book follows her migration to the United States, where she confronts further challenges, including culture shock, loneliness, and escalating abuse from her husband. Yet amid the chaos, her faith becomes a constant light. Through spiritual encounters, divine interventions, and profound reflection, she discovers her inner strength and begins rebuilding her life.
Rising from the Ashes: Finding Love and Light is a companion memoir and a powerful continuation of Edranel’s story. This book looks deeper into the emotional aftermath of her experiences and the slow, painful journey toward trust and love. Picking up where the first memoir ends, it recounts her escape from an abusive marriage and the daunting task of starting over in a foreign country. In these chapters, Edranel confronts rejection, not just from others, but from herself. She explores how internalized trauma and societal expectations shaped her decisions and how reclaiming her voice became a turning point.
Beyond the Darkness: A Story of Survival and Triumph is a testimony. It speaks directly to abuse survivors, immigrants, and those who have been dismissed, manipulated, or forgotten. The detailed chapter-by-chapter narrative paints a full picture of Edranel’s struggles while also emphasizing transformation through faith, perseverance, and divine grace. The book includes trigger warnings and spiritual reflections, showing her sensitivity to readers navigating similar pain.
Through the support of family, faith communities, and her eventual marriage to a kind and loving partner, Edranel begins to experience true healing. She also pursues higher education, earning a master’s degree and discovering her life’s purpose in advocacy and faith-based service. Beyond the Darkness is a story of renewal. It addresses the cultural and emotional complexities of abuse survivors, especially immigrant women, and offers a compelling message of hope: no matter how deep the pain, there is always a way forward.
Together, these two memoirs offer an unflinching look at suffering and the incredible strength it takes to rise, heal, and thrive. They are vital reads for anyone seeking courage, faith and the reminder that even the darkest chapters can lead to the brightest light.
Edranel Bacalso Leverenz’s twin memoirs, Rising from the Ashes: Finding Love and Light and Beyond the Darkness: A Story of Survival and Triumph, are deeply moving narratives that chronicle her harrowing life experiences and extraordinary journey toward healing and redemption. Through raw honesty and unwavering faith, these books offer a voice to the voiceless and hope to those still trapped in silence.
In Beyond the Darkness: A Story of Survival and Triumph, Edranel recounts her early life in the Philippines, marked by poverty, betrayal, and unspeakable abuse. From childhood sexual molestation by a trusted family member to the devastating effects of domestic violence in her first marriage, her story is both heartbreaking and profoundly inspiring. Despite the darkness that surrounded her, she never lost the inner drive to survive and rise above her circumstances. Her resilience is evident in her pursuit of education while working multiple jobs, enduring rejection and heartbreak, and ultimately escaping an abusive marriage. The book follows her migration to the United States, where she confronts further challenges, including culture shock, loneliness, and escalating abuse from her husband. Yet amid the chaos, her faith becomes a constant light. Through spiritual encounters, divine interventions, and profound reflection, she discovers her inner strength and begins rebuilding her life.
Rising from the Ashes: Finding Love and Light is a companion memoir and a powerful continuation of Edranel’s story. This book looks deeper into the emotional aftermath of her experiences and the slow, painful journey toward trust and love. Picking up where the first memoir ends, it recounts her escape from an abusive marriage and the daunting task of starting over in a foreign country. In these chapters, Edranel confronts rejection, not just from others, but from herself. She explores how internalized trauma and societal expectations shaped her decisions and how reclaiming her voice became a turning point.
Rising from the Ashes is a testimony. It speaks directly to abuse survivors, immigrants, and those who have been dismissed, manipulated, or forgotten. The detailed chapter-by-chapter narrative paints a full picture of Edranel’s struggles while also emphasizing transformation through faith, perseverance, and divine grace. The book includes trigger warnings and spiritual reflections, showing her sensitivity to readers navigating similar pain.
Through the support of family, faith communities, and her eventual marriage to a kind and loving partner, Edranel begins to experience true healing. She also pursues higher education, earning a master’s degree and discovering her life’s purpose in advocacy and faith-based service. Rising from the Ashes is a story of renewal. It addresses the cultural and emotional complexities of abuse survivors, especially immigrant women, and offers a compelling message of hope: no matter how deep the pain, there is always a way forward.
Together, these two memoirs offer an unflinching look at suffering and the incredible strength it takes to rise, heal, and thrive. They are vital reads for anyone seeking courage, faith, and the reminder that even the darkest chapters can lead to the brightest light.
Edranel Bacalso Leverenz’s twin memoirs, Beyond the Darkness: Finding Love and Light and Rising from the Ashes: A Story of Survival and Triumph, are deeply moving narratives that chronicle her harrowing life experiences and extraordinary journey toward healing and redemption. Through raw honesty and unwavering faith, these books offer a voice to the voiceless and hope to those still trapped in silence.
In Beyond the Darkness, Edranel recounts her early life in the Philippines, marked by poverty, betrayal, and unspeakable abuse. From childhood sexual molestation by a trusted family member to the devastating effects of domestic violence in her first marriage, her story is both heartbreaking and profoundly inspiring. Despite the darkness that surrounded her, she never lost the inner drive to survive and rise above her circumstances. Her resilience is evident in her pursuit of education while working multiple jobs, enduring rejection and heartbreak, and ultimately escaping an abusive marriage. The book follows her migration to the United States, where she confronts further challenges, including culture shock, loneliness, and escalating abuse from her husband. Yet amid the chaos, her faith becomes a constant light. Through spiritual encounters, divine interventions, and profound reflection, she discovers her inner strength and begins rebuilding her life.
Rising from the Ashes: Finding Love and Light is a companion memoir and a powerful continuation of Edranel’s story. This book looks deeper into the emotional aftermath of her experiences and the slow, painful journey toward trust and love. Picking up where the first memoir ends, it recounts her escape from an abusive marriage and the daunting task of starting over in a foreign country. In these chapters, Edranel confronts rejection, not just from others, but from herself. She explores how internalized trauma and societal expectations shaped her decisions and how reclaiming her voice became a turning point.
Beyond the Darkness: A Story of Survival and Triumph is a testimony. It speaks directly to abuse survivors, immigrants, and those who have been dismissed, manipulated, or forgotten. The detailed chapter-by-chapter narrative paints a full picture of Edranel’s struggles while also emphasizing transformation through faith, perseverance, and divine grace. The book includes trigger warnings and spiritual reflections, showing her sensitivity to readers navigating similar pain.
Through the support of family, faith communities, and her eventual marriage to a kind and loving partner, Edranel begins to experience true healing. She also pursues higher education, earning a master’s degree and discovering her life’s purpose in advocacy and faith-based service. Beyond the Darkness is a story of renewal. It addresses the cultural and emotional complexities of abuse survivors, especially immigrant women, and offers a compelling message of hope: no matter how deep the pain, there is always a way forward.
Together, these two memoirs offer an unflinching look at suffering and the incredible strength it takes to rise, heal, and thrive. They are vital reads for anyone seeking courage, faith and the reminder that even the darkest chapters can lead to the brightest light.