White Roses In A Dream

Name: White Roses In A Dream
Price: $14.95 USD
Author: Marvela Dawnay
ISBN: 9781491841020

Traits, Patterns and Action Plans

by Marvela Dawnay

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DEEP SEEDED SECRETS

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Book Details

Language : English

Publication Date : 12/9/2013

Format : Softcover

Dimensions : 6x9

Page Count : 142

ISBN : 9781491841020

Format : E-Book

Dimensions : N/A

Page Count : 142

ISBN : 9781491841013

About the Book

While writing this sequel to my first book, MANipulated Into Fear, There Is Always A Pattern, I couldn’t understand how I was able to live the dark side of life while others perceived me as living a happy normal life.

I was devastated at the thought of being unemployed now and allowing my relationship with an abuser to affect my family and me, and our lives. I began to realize that I, too, had traits, patterns and action plans, just like Rolf, and that there was always a pattern of abuse within families.

Irrational thoughts entered my mind, and I began contemplating ending Rolf’s life before he ended mine. In the same vein, if I didn’t murder Rolf, I felt the need for me to take my own life to stop living in fear because of Rolf. I was hoping that there was a way for me to control my fear, when one day, I saw white roses and knew that they symbolized new beginnings.

Several months later, I left to go on vacation to Germany and hoped that I would be able to leave my feelings of fear behind. Sometimes, one never knows what to expect on a trip. There were times when I felt like Cinderella, had quite an adventure, and wished that I had brought my weapon for protection.

When I returned home, something very unexpected happened to me. I had a relationship with a man that seemed to be surreal. One can only continue to pray for white roses in a dream, and hope for a new beginning with their life. It doesn’t always have to be a dream!

(Five Stars) ForeWord Clarion Review - Elizabeth Millard

With this sequel, Dawnay broadens the focus from getting past her own hurt, shame, and victimization to helping others.

Although Dawnay provides more narrative about her life after Rolf--writing the first book, traveling to Germany, tentatively starting a new relationship--she focuses on her inner journey from victim to victor.

Dawnay's ability to detail and draw meaning for others from her painful experiences is strengthened by her straightforward, conversational writing style. Like a long letter from a friend, White Roses In A Dream strikes a personal, thoughtful tone.

For those who suspect they may be dealing with abusive patterns in their own relationships, or seeing them among friends or family, Dawnay offers simple and powerful advice.

Read the full review: https://www.forewordreviews.com/reviews/white-roses-in-a-dream/

About the Author

Christine J. Gilbert grew up in a small town in Missouri. She was a corporate executive and then later became a successful entrepreneur. She has attended two universities and served in the US Army Reserves for six years.

Christine has published three books that are a series under her pseudonym, Author Marvela Dawnay. MANipulated Into Fear, There Is Always A Pattern, Book 1, that was published on December 19, 2012. White Roses In A Dream, Traits, Patterns, and Action Plans, Book 2, was published December 14, 2013, and DEEP SEEDED SECRETS, Corruption, Lies, and Murder, Book 3, was published on July 26, 2019. She is currently writing Book 4.

Books 1 & 2 have received a "ForeWord Clarion Five Star Review."

MANipulated Into Fear: https://www.forewordreviews.com/reviews/manipulated-into-fear/
White Roses In A Dream: https://www.forewordreviews.com/reviews/white-roses-in-a-dream/

Christine has a daughter and two grandchildren. By being a grandma, she became aware of the Super Grandparents who spend time with their grandchildren or take care of them full-time. On September 11, 2015, Christine published book one of the Super Grandma and Super Grandpa, The Unknown Superheroes series to educate children and adults about safety and awareness with a super magical power theme for fun. Book 2 to the series was published September 11, 2016, and Book 3 was published September 11, 2017. Publishing dates are 911 because in the story, Christine educates about the emergency phone number 911.

"Never write a book and let it sit on a shelf" quote, Author Christine J. Gilbert

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Editorial Reviews

A deep and powerful exploration of recovery from emotional abuse becomes an effective call to action through Marvela Dawnay's assertive, determined voice. With this sequel, Dawnay broadens the focus from getting past her own hurt, shame, and victimization to helping others. She focuses on her inner journey from victim to victor. White roses become a symbol of her new beginning and renewed strength, and she artfully uses the symbolism to convey her ideas about transcending abuse. Dawnay's ability to detail and draw meaning for others from her painful experiences is strengthened by her straightforward, conversational writing style.

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Customer Reviews

"After reading The first book Manipulated into Fear, and now the second book White Roses in a Dream, I am truly amazed on how Marvela was able to maintain herself in an abusive relationship. She has tremendous courage and took great risk to tell her story in order to help and inspire other victims of abuse. It gives a person hope that they too, can maintain themselves in an abusive relationship and get out! Another great topic that Marvela discusses, is that the cycle of abuse is generational, and the cycle of abuse needs to be stopped. One remedy that resonated with me was that society needs to hold the abuser accountable, otherwise the cycle of abuse might never end. I thoroughly enjoyed the book, especially the last two chapters. Marvela's story is definitely film worthy! "

Thomas
"Marvela created this excellent sequel to MNipulated Into Fear? to counterbalance the addictively poisoned negative controlling satanic vices that Rolf used to control this beautiful bright intelligent professional woman for his personal and professional use and survival. He did not love her but used her as a means to achieve his personal and professional goals. Addictive manipulators, like Rolf, are insidious con artists who have the ability to use their inner strength and influence to hide their true nature from their victims as well as from the police, attorneys and family members. Marvela is a modern day pioneer. Her nightmare unfolded as she researched abuse and wrote ?MANipulated Into Fear?.
In her dream, Marvela escaped to a fantasy island loaded with serenity, white roses and a kind man to diminish and eradicate the terrible hurt and pain suffered through years of psychological imprisonment and abuse. In this new environment, she created the new Marvela; Brave, self-reliant, unafraid, with the courage to protect her mind and body. I congratulate Marvela for her conquest over extreme mental and psychological abuse. She survived the worst of a marital relationship with a loving kind heart, and without hatred and bitterness toward men. Her mind and soul is now free to seek healthy relationships without distrust with the dream that one day she will be blessed with a man who will love, respect, and treat her with the dignity afforded to angels as Gilchrist did in her dream.
Marvela created a recovery profile in ?White Roses In a Dream?. I challenge any woman or man in an abusive relationship who seeks healing to read ?MANipulated Into Fear? and ?White Roses In a Dream?. These two books could easily have been titled, a Recovery Manual from abusive relationships. I am honored to rate Marvella?s ?White Roses In a Dream? as a five star must read book.
James Womack "

James Womack
"Marvela Dawnay is still battling back from the emotional scars inflicted by her abusive ex-husband. White roses represent new beginnings, and Marvel never loses faith that new beginnings are always possible. This is a woman who fears, but fights her way through that fear. We're always going to be cheering for Marvela and hope things will truly work out for her. This is a great read, and you might discover something of yourself in Marvela. She's truly trying to give abused women the strength and courage to free themselves of abusive relationships the way that she has broken free."

Brenda Stinnett
"Marvela is progressing with her life and is making improvements following the end of a very long and abusive relationship. She takes us through her process of discovering why this happened to her, and helps others in a similar situation develop the tools necessary to put the past behind them and move in a positive direction. Follow Marvela's journey as she continues on her road to self-discovery and happiness. A good read for those in the healing process."

Patti
"While readingDawnay's sequel, I was happy to see that she became aware of her traits, patterns and action plans and is sharing them with other victims who are dealing with abuse. I like the fact thatshe continued to educate others regardingpatterns of abuse within families, poits outhow to control fear regardless of a situation, and then highlights how a true relatonship between two people schould be.Dawnay's writing is very descriptive and educational. I am truly inspired by her story and by the way it ends.I can't wait to read her next book. In order to understand this story completely, the reader schould read MANipulated Into Fear first."

Ann
"White Roses in a Dream is a great sequel to Manipulated into Fear. Marvela takes us into her world once more and boldly shares the hard lessons she learned from her 13 years with Rolf. I appreciate that she wants to share her difficult revelations and wants others to understand her journey. I enjoyed reading her updates, because I couldn't put down Manipulated Into Fear and wanted to know how her story continued. I look forward to reading a third book by Marvela. Great read!"

J&S
"White Roses in a Dream is a testimony of resilience, hope, and moving from surviving to thriving. Marvela's increase craft in writing made this book a page turner."

Andrea Chrismer-Still
A must read to answer all your question concerning Marvela. after reading MANipulated Into Fear. VERY INSPIRING an lots of information. A great ending to something that WAS so tragic.
It was a book that I could not put down. Looking forward to the next book to continue the saga and learn moor

kAREN
I am very proud of you. I truly wish that I would have known. I would have done anything to help and never judge you.

Tanya Bush
This was an excellent sequel in Dawnay's series. I continue to look forward for her future works.

SM
White Roses in a Dream is an excellent read because it shows the reader that there is life beyond abuse. The book shows that it is our choice to rise above it and pursue the life that is meaningful for us. There are white roses in all our dreams. The question the book pursues is will we see them and keep them in our visions for the future. I recommend that everyone read it!

Donness
This is a great sequel to Marvela's first book. It is full of twists and turns. I couldn't put the book down!

Heather
A sequel to the author's first book, MANipulated Into Fear, There Is Always A Pattern. The story continues with LaKina meeting a man who was a lot like Rolf, and the ending to this sequel was unexpected!

Walter Perkowski
"After reading The first book Manipulated into Fear, and now the second book White Roses in a Dream, I am truly amazed on how Marvela was able to maintain herself in an abusive relationship. She has tremendous courage and took great risk to tell her story in order to help and inspire other victims of abuse. It gives a person hope that they too, can maintain themselves in an abusive relationship and get out! Another great topic that Marvela discusses, is that the cycle of abuse is generational, and the cycle of abuse needs to be stopped. One remedy that resonated with me was that society needs to hold the abuser accountable, otherwise the cycle of abuse might never end. I thoroughly enjoyed the book, especially the last two chapters. Marvela's story is definitely film worthy! "

Tom10
"After reading The first book Manipulated into Fear, and now the second book White Roses in a Dream, I am truly amazed on how Marvela was able to maintain herself in an abusive relationship. She has tremendous courage and took great risk to tell her story in order to help and inspire other victims of abuse. It gives a person hope that they too, can maintain themselves in an abusive relationship and get out! Another great topic that Marvela discusses, is that the cycle of abuse is generational, and the cycle of abuse needs to be stopped. One remedy that resonated with me was that society needs to hold the abuser accountable, otherwise the cycle of abuse might never end. I thoroughly enjoyed the book, especially the last two chapters. Marvela's story is definitely film worthy!"

Thomas
"Marvela Dawnay is still battling back from the emotional scars inflicted by her abusive ex-husband. White roses represent new beginnings, and Marvel never loses faith that new beginnings are always possible. This is a woman who fears, but fights her way through that fear. We're always going to be cheering for Marvela and hope things will truly work out for her. This is a great read, and you might discover something of yourself in Marvela. She's truly trying to give abused women the strength and courage to free themselves of abusive relationships the way that she has broken free."

Brenda Stinnett
"Marvela is progressing with her life and is making improvements following the end of a very long and abusive relationship. She takes us through her process of discovering why this happened to her, and helps others in a similar situation develop the tools necessary to put the past behind them and move in a positive direction. Follow Marvela's journey as she continues on her road to self-discovery and happiness. A good read for those in the healing process. "

Patti
"While readingDawnay's sequel, I was happy to see that she became aware of her traits, patterns and action plans and is sharing them with other victims who are dealing with abuse. I like the fact thatshe continued to educate others regardingpatterns of abuse within families, poits outhow to control fear regardless of a situation, and then highlights how a true relatonship between two people schould be.Dawnay's writing is very descriptive and educational. I am truly inspired by her story and by the way it ends.I can't wait to read her next book. In order to understand this story completely, the reader schould read MANipulated Into Fear first."

Ann
"White Roses In a Dream
Marvela created this excellent sequel to ?MANipulated Into Fear? to counterbalance the addictively poisoned negative controlling satanic vices that Rolf used to control this beautiful bright intelligent professional woman for his personal and professional use and survival. He did not love her but used her as a means to achieve his personal and professional goals. Addictive manipulators, like Rolf, are insidious con artists who have the ability to use their inner strength and influence to hide their true nature from their victims as well as from the police, attorneys and family members. Marvela is a modern day pioneer. Her nightmare unfolded as she researched abuse and wrote ?MANipulated Into Fear?.
In her dream, Marvela escaped to a fantasy island loaded with serenity, white roses and a kind man to diminish and eradicate the terrible hurt and pain suffered through years of psychological imprisonment and abuse. In this new environment, she created the new Marvela; Brave, self-reliant, unafraid, with the courage to protect her mind and body. I congratulate Marvela for her conquest over extreme mental and psychological abuse. She survived the worst of a marital relationship with a loving kind heart, and without hatred and bitterness toward men. Her mind and soul is now free to seek healthy relationships without distrust with the dream that one day she will be blessed with a man who will love, respect, and treat her with the dignity afforded to angels as Ian did in her dream.
Marvela created a recovery profile in ?White Roses In a Dream?. I challenge any woman or man in an abusive relationship who seeks healing to read ?MANipulated Into Fear? and ?White Roses In a Dream?. These two books could easily have been titled, a Recovery Manual from abusive relationships. I am honored to rate Marvella?s ?White Roses In a Dream? as a five star must read book. "

James Womack
"White Roses in a Dream is a great sequel to Manipulated into Fear. Marvela takes us into her world once more and boldly shares the hard lessons she learned from her 13 years with Rolf. I appreciate that she wants to share her difficult revelations and wants others to understand her journey. I enjoyed reading her updates, because I couldn't put down Manipulated Into Fear and wanted to know how her story continued. I look forward to reading a third book by Marvela. Great read! "

J&S
"White Roses in a Dream is a testimony of resilience, hope, and moving from surviving to thriving. Marvela's increase craft in writing made this book a page turner."

Andrea Chrismer-Still
A must read to answer all your question concerning Marvela. after reading MANipulated Into Fear. VERY INSPIRING an lots of information. A great ending to something that WAS so tragic.
It was a book that I could not put down. Looking forward to the next book to continue the saga and learn moor

kAREN
I am very proud of you. I truly wish that I would have known. I would have done anything to help and never judge you.

Tanya Bush
This was an excellent sequel in Dawnay's series. I continue to look forward for her future works.

SM
White Roses in a Dream is an excellent read because it shows the reader that there is life beyond abuse. The book shows that it is our choice to rise above it and pursue the life that is meaningful for us. There are white roses in all our dreams. The question the book pursues is will we see them and keep them in our visions for the future. I recommend that everyone read it!

Donness

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