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As I read this book I found myself inspired by the well-written story of struggle and perseverance. It became clear that this book was a reflection of life and its many obstacles, such as abuse, poverty, lack of love, and a season of turmoil. This book touched on many areas facing our youth: gender confusion, peer pressure, relationship woes, stealing, jealously, and false prophets. Anita's story of childhood abuse at the hands of her father caused me to view my own alcoholic father as more endearing to me, and my Pentecostal minister mother as even more loving compared to her mother. I found myself celebrating Anita's victories in the Lord while she continued to weather life's struggles. My favorite character in the Bible is King David. Anita summarized his many stories using the analogy of overcoming pits. That was so profound and inspirational that I find I love the Lord even more. The father of lies--Satan--has a way of allowing one's own free will to dictate in a negative way how one interprets the evils of the world. Anita's words add up to a roadmap of diligence and faith that will reinforce those struck in such a struggle. The personal reflections after each section were an interesting way to use pointed questions to challenge the reader to reflect on the chapter and provide an opportunity for readers to write down their own perspectives. Finally, Dare to Rise? is a challenge that gives the reader a reason to rise up over all the evil in their lives and to allow God to lift them through it. God takes us through our worst to get to our best! Nathan Keith Stephens, MPA Academic Advisor/Adjunct Instructor; Wayland Baptist University

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