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“Suzette’s Daddy Issues: A Memoir of Violence and Hope” Laments the Real-Life Story of Suzette Shanle in Painstakinga Detail

The truth is often stranger than fiction. The stories we hear about in films and television could often pale in comparison to the gruesome violence that some of us have experienced in this lifetime. Suzette Shanle is one such individual, crafting a memoir of violence and hope, recounting the tragic tale of violence that she experienced at the hands of her own father. The book entitled “Suzette’s Daddy Issues” is one that is hard to put down, a brave retelling of a woman’s trauma, the challenges that came her way, and how she overcame every bit of it as she grew older.

The story begins with a young Suzette Shanle. She was raised by a sweet and gentle mother along with her husband, who was a convicted felon and lifelong criminal. The book lays out the foundation of Suzette’s early life, which turned out to be a recipe for disaster. “Suzette’s Daddy Issues: A Memoir of Violence and Hope” brings a lot of Suzette’s own questions to the table, prompting readers to turn the page to find out more about her life’s deepest mysteries.

Not only was the man she called “Father” a violent man, but he was also known to be running from the mob. The mystery lies in the real identity of Suzette’s biological father, a man who has been seemingly out of the picture for far too long. If only her real father would claim her as his own, then Suzette wouldn’t feel the need to constantly defend herself against the violent man who lives in the same house. She would feel safe, happy, and loved instead of having to live under the same roof as this dangerous man.

The book displays all these questions as a possible escape for Suzette, but these are things she has no time to worry about since she has to stay alive and stay strong with a violent man in her home. “For now, our heroine must live with these unanswered questions. She has more immediate concerns on her mind, like how to keep her own heart pure and loving in the midst of the violence. Before all is said and done, Suzette will learn to fight back, find her voice, blaze her own trail, and discover the true meaning of love and family,” explained the book’s summary.

“Suzette’s Daddy Issues: A Memoir of Violence and Hope” marks Suzette Shanle’s triumph over her traumatic childhood. Since the retelling of her compelling story, Suzette has found true happiness in her personal and professional life. She is currently the wife of a third-generation farmer and the mother of two daughters, a son, and their furry companions. Suzette loves her family above all else. She loves spending time with them and looks forward to family vacations and other adventures.

Suzette Shanle was also part of the beauty industry for over three decades. She is a retired hair stylist and beauty pageant winner who has now become a successful entrepreneur. Her creativity has also grown through the years. Since releasing her book, she has become a renowned artist who releases her hauntingly beautiful artworks through Le Galeriste. Her clothing line is a beautiful expression of her soul, with many satisfied customers lauding Suzette’s designs.

Suzette Shanle has taken her past experience and turned it over its head. She has overcome some of the deep-seated trauma that the violence has caused her and has emerged as an empowered woman in the process. “We must learn to let go of past hurts and embrace tomorrow. For the sun will be out tomorrow, and it’s sure to be a better day,” shared Suzette. She also believes that we must learn to forgive ourselves. Only then can we forgive others. She has not quite shaken her daddy issues and one day hopes to meet her biological father. Even if that day never comes, she fills her heart with the love she shares with her green-eyed husband, her beautiful daughters, and her veteran son.

Kali Metis Takes Readers on a Wild Fantasy Ride With her Latest Supernatural Thriller Novel, CURE

Lisa Diane Kastner, better known by her pen name Kali Metis, is the author of the novel CURE and the founder and Executive Editor of Running Wild Press. This literary publication has been honored with two best of 2019 and two best of 2020 books according to Kirkus Reviews, as well as several starred reviews and additional acclaim. 

A literary genius, Lisa has received several accolades. She has been featured by many reputable publications such as New York Weekly, LA Wire and Yahoo Finance as one of the top ten entrepreneurs to watch out for in 2021. Additionally, she has been featured in FORBES and was nominated to FORBES NEXT 1000, a list of American self-funded entrepreneurs who continue to strive during the challenging times of COVID. Her latest novel, CURE, is a testament to her unparalleled literary skills and genius as a fantasy writer. 

CURE follows the story of its protagonist, Luna Auber, who is stunned by the news of her brother’s apparent suicide. While grieving, she soon discovered that the deceased had left her the keys to his apartment and a ticket for a trip to Sweden. Per his instructions, Luna is to explore the unexpected heritage of Birke, an iconic female Viking warrior. 

The lead led her down a path to hidden ancestral family secrets. She soon discovered that the terrible shakes her brother was diagnosed with before his death was actually the initial stage of his transformation. Her brother was a shapeshifter- a lycanthrope. But, more than that, she was a shapeshifter, too, and her shaking and transformation had just begun leaving her with only two options, to either transform or destroy the world as she knows it. 

A supernatural thriller novel is written with a healthy dose of high-stakes supernatural adventure, a beguiling mix of medieval and modern with a touch of romance; CURE eclipses expectations. The literary artwork has received glowing reviews from readers, critics and renowned authors. One review by Taylor Grant, Bram Stoker Award® finalist and author of The Many Deaths of Cole Parker, reads, “Kali Metis is an exciting and unique new voice in modern fantasy and a writer you need to pay attention to.” 

Another review by Suzanne Samples, author of Frontal Matter and Stargazing in Solitude, reads, “CURE by Kali Metis is a howling romp that seamlessly blends various voices, genres, and periods without losing its effortless style. An amalgam of myth, historical fiction, romance, folklore, and horror, Metis cooks delicious conflict into every page as her main character, Luna Auber, bakes cupcakes by day but shifts into something slightly more sinister by night. Fans will surely hope this is the initial book of a series because CURE is worth reading by moonlight and sinking one’s teeth into.” 

When asked about the motivation behind the supernatural fiction, Lisa Diane (Kali Metis) said, “while working on a short story for a magazine, I was dared by New York Times bestselling and multi-award-winning author, Jonathan Maberry, to create a new female hero in a story I’d love to read. So I took him up on that bet.”

With CURE, Kali Metis takes readers on a wild, fun, and fantastic ride as they find a new heroine in Luna Auber who will enrich their lives. When Lisa is not cooking up fantasy fiction, she spends time with her husband and their two felines, The Master and Margarita, in their LA home.