Perfect and effortless on the outside.Ugly, ever-crippling pain on the inside.I use sex as a distraction from the voice in my head urging me to end my life.I lie to everyone. My best friend, my brother, my therapist, even to myself.But truths come out eventually, and mine is about to be set free.For my sanity.For my soul. For love.For the possibility of making it through the chaos alive.This is … it through the chaos alive.
This is my road to suicide.
My love letter to myself.
My attempt at honesty.
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This book took my heart and my head on an emotional, heartbreakingly read of what a person will do to survive when they want to give up and lengths they will go to make things happen. Jude and Rian will pull you in and keep there with all the twist and turns that will make you laugh, cry, and break your heart and slowly put it back together. This author truly knows how to write in everything in a book and not leave nothing out. Can’t wait to read more from her
This is unlike most stories out there. You get to experience first hand what anxiety & depression can do to someone. If you have never been there you will find it hard to connect with Jude & her story but for any of us that have the pain is real. I am so glad Jude got her happy ending and understands that it is a fight to continue living despite being in a good place those dark days can come back at any time. This story lives up to its name it is Jude’s attempt at honesty.
*sobs*
*wipes tears, continues reading*
*sets Kindle down, sobs some more, hugs myself tightly*
This was me, two pages into the book.
I cried through the whole book. It’s a beautiful story of self-love, hurt, heartbreak, and self-appreciation and self-worth. I’ve struggled with my own battles of depression, mental health, and yes- suicidal thoughts. It’s hard, but every day I need to remind myself that I’m loved, and I need to keep going. <3
And at the end, to see my love letter- MY LOVE LETTER- in this story? It sealed the deal for me that I needed- that I need- to read this.
Thank you, Dominique. <3 Thank you. <3
This is a must read! Emotional and beautiful. You will feel every emotion possible and be so glad you kept reading. I am so happy I read this story. Makes you understand the importance of positive words.
This was a truly mind-blowing and heart wrenching read. The powerful storyline is filled with raw emotions, brutal honesty and a harrowing insiders look at a situation that is still all too often mocked as a choice, outright ignored or something that is to be fiercely denied, denied, denied and pairs it with a beautiful romance that offers hope. I firmly believe that this is a book that everyone should read. However, I also know that for some this book story will simply be too much or hit too close to home. Please do be aware that this intensely emotional read contains content that could very well be triggers for some. Warning: Anxiety, depression, bullying, self-harm, suicide, risky behaviors and mental illness as a whole, are all addressed in this book. So, please make an informed and thoughtful decision before you buy and read this book. A truly remarkable read. By my own choice I am posting a frank review.
Attempt at Honesty is a MUST READ for 2019. It is the most honest, amazing book i have read this year, possibly ever. The main Character Jude is such an amazing character. I have never been able to relate to a character so much in my life. Dominique pulls you in to Jude’s gut wrenching story from the very beginning, and doesn’t let up until the sweet, tender happy ending. If i could give this book more stars I would. Excellent job!
This was a very raw and emotional read! Tapping into the mind of a young lady that suffers from such severe depression and anxiety that her whole life feels like one huge battle to NOT end it all. Jude thinks that she is weak, but to have lived with all the wars going on in her head for as long as she has, she needed someone to notice and tell her that she was stronger than she believed! And in comes Rian. The salvation she didn’t think she deserved, and he didn’t scare away easily! This book had me in tears and gave me chills. The dynamic between these 2 from the first time their eyes meet is so welcoming. They both just seem to get one another with just a look in the eye. This was just such an awesome read…. maybe not for everyone due to the sensitive nature…. but definitely something I would recommend people read!