Social Worker's Novel Gives an Insider's Look at the Tragedy of Abuse

Embrace the Whirlwind by Laurel-Rain Snow is a gripping novel that follows one woman's struggle to triumph over crippling adversity.

Fresno, CA (PRWEB) April 22, 2007 -- Retired social worker Laurel-Rain Snow's stunning novel, Embrace the Whirlwind, explores troubled adolescence and addictive love. Powerful and provocative, this is an in-depth and triumphant story of how one woman overcomes the terrible odds stacked against her.

For over 30 years, Laurel-Rain Snow worked with troubled teenagers and dysfunctional families. Awarded a "Social Worker of the Year" award for her effectiveness and compassion, Snow now turns her expertise to a novel that is as shattering as it is hopeful.

Embrace the Whirlwind is the story of Amber Cushing, a young woman whose traumatic adolescence propels her into an addictive love relationship with a married attorney. Amber finds hope when she moves into a boarding house with a retired social worker who tries to help her. But will the social worker's own hidden demons ruin both women's chances of happiness?

As important as it is entertaining, Embrace the Whirlwind is a brilliant investigation of how, with the right help, even addicted or obsessed people can find satisfying human connections. Moving and realistic, this is a novel that will leave every reader wiser.

For more information or to request a free review copy, please contact the author at chezraine@yahoo.com. Embrace the Whirlwind is available for sale online at Amazon.com, Borders.com, and through additional wholesale and retail channels worldwide.

About the Author

Laurel-Rain Snow is the pen name of a retired social worker who has spent over 30 years working with dysfunctional families and teenagers. The winner of the "Social Worker of the Year" award in 2000 and the recipient of an Exceptional Service Award, she now trains other social workers. She lives near Fresno, California.

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