Shattered

Synopsis

Oh My God, I've Been Kidnapped!

For the first time, Ginger Zyskowski presents the true story of her life being thrown into chaos when her three young children are abducted and she is viciously kidnapped. Confined by her captors, she vows to do whatever it will take to reconnect with her children and reclaim her life. She gets caught in a web of conflicts and complications caused by lies spoken by her family, her kidnappers, and the FBI. Eventually, with determination, resilience, and courage, she reunites with her three sons and, together, they begin the difficult, yet rewarding journey of recovery after trauma.

This compelling and inspiring true story of one woman's journey is a tribute to the human spirit. Parents, sociologists, psychologists, educators, and general readers will find this book difficult to put aside. (Schriver)

... an absorbing account of a struggle to recover from complex trauma as well as a revealing perspective on a problematic new religious movement in America. (Szimhart)

This book cautions the reader about the consequences of an unrestrained power. Presenting a riveting story of resilience, Ginger takes the reader on her journey of love, belief, family betrayal, and abuse at the hands of Ted Patrick - the -so- called deprogrammer - and his minions. Against all odds, Ginger reclaims her life, her children, the love of writing and the joy of music.

"I couldn't put it down! Bravo!" (Ryan)