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Most people are just living to die. Here I am, just dying to live-is the whisper Nicole Danielle heard on the darkest night of her life.
A beauty queen who committed a crime. A lover who committed a sin. A dreamer told to get her head out of the clouds. A bright light dimmed by the world.
Life got dark and every time Nicole tried to change the narrative, the noise was just too loud-
"You're not enough."
"You will never be anything more than what you are."
"You're a dime a dozen."
"Your voice doesn't matter."
"You're a fat f*cking pig."
Bullied. Abused. Abandoned. Betrayed. Silenced...
Until now.
For so long, Nicole Danielle didn't speak. Because of her son, she finally will.
In her gripping debut memoir, Nicole shares her triumphant journey through this beautiful yet heartbreaking thing called life. Her raw, unapologetic, and profoundly vulnerable voice pulls you into a rollercoaster of highs and lows, affirming the essence of humanity.
Join Nicole on this inspiring voyage of self-discovery-as her stories reveal that there has always been someone there; her voice, however, simply wasn't strong enough until now to tell you so.
Unlock the pages of Diamonds Beneath the Darkness and dare to feel the reality of what it truly means to be human.
Industry Reviews
"Diamonds Beneath the Darkness" is like reading a friend's diary, except this friend has the guts to share it with the world. A must-read!!!"
"Overall, it's raw, bleeding and very much a soul seeking journey that is captivating, interesting, and quite haunting."
"What sets this memoir apart is Nicole's unwavering commitment to the truth. She doesn't sugarcoat her experiences or try to paint herself as a perfect victim or a flawless heroine. Instead, she strips her soul bare, exposing her scars and vulnerabilities for all to see. In doing so, she becomes a beacon of hope for anyone who has ever felt the weight of the world on their shoulders."
"Where do I start? This book had it all! Nicole Danielle shows up authentically from the start. She is the best friend or sister every woman needs as she navigates through the twists and turns of life."
"Diamonds Beneath the Darkness is a powerful reminder of the beauty and strength found in embracing one's story. Nicole Danielle's voice is a unique force, and her memoir is a testament that her daring to stand apart, unapologetically, brought unimaginable fruits. This is not just a book; it's a lifeline for anyone in need of inspiration, courage, and the belief that they too can uncover the diamonds hidden beneath their own darkness."
"Sometimes life is about the raw, the real, and all the hope we have. This book is bold. It's powerful. And it's the courageous reminder to speak your truth and stand in your power! You have a friend and feel so seen and supported reading Nicole's book. Thank you for writing this. We learn so much from each others stories."
"Nicole's journey of self-discovery, underscored by her role as a mother and advocate, makes this book a compelling read for anyone seeking to rediscover their inner light and the beauty of embracing their story."
"A gripping memoir that pulls you in and makes you want to swoon, cry, scream, and most importantly, love. It's hard to imagine someone enduring so much trauma, and still determined to climb towards the sky with nothing but grit and heart but this author peels back her skin to show us that it is possible."
"Nicole Danielle has been a fighter her whole life. She is fighting for her voice to be heard, fighting for her precious sons, fighting for the voiceless. It is now time for Nicole to go beyond her fears and fight for her own dreams."
"As you watch this beautiful human on her self-discovery journey to become, you'll find a wealth of inspiring and relatable moments where, if you look closely, you may just discover something about yourself. The author had me in all my feels from page one!"
"Diamonds Beneath the Darkness is so soul quenching. It's not just a 'look, here's my story' book-it's "this WAS my story-and I'm better and stronger for it. I'm grateful for all the lessons, good and bad." Diamonds Beneath the Darkness is a journey of self-worth, discovery, loss, hurt, pain - pain so deep that as you're reading it, you can physically feel the left side of your chest ache as you're crying-and finally, forgiveness and redemption, all the while learning, growing and evolving in the process."
Contents
INTRO.
PANDORA'S BOX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xiii
ONE. The Unmasking
THE CROWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
THE DREAMER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
TWO. The X Factor
LOST ANGELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
F.U. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
SMOKE & MIRRORS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
THREE. The Unthinkables
AMAZING CRAZY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
UNSUNG LULLABY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
MY MOTHER'S DAUGHTER . . . . . . . . . . .157
FOUR. The Messy Middle
REALITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167
Maybe, Tuesday? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
FIVE. The Darkness
THE HARDEST HIT .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
GARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
SIX. The Storm
STAY THE COURSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
SEVEN The Wrap Up
AFTER THE STORM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS . . . . . . . . . . 297
Connect with Nicole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
What Readers Are Saying... . . . . . . . . 301
Teaser for Book 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
ISBN: 9798891094444
Series: Life Thru Lyrics ...the Journey to Become
Published: 9th November 2023
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Number of Pages: 322
Audience: General Adult
Publisher: LIGHTNING SOURCE INC
Dimensions (cm): 22.86 x 15.24 x 1.83
Weight (kg): 0.47
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