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THE BIG LIFE is a compelling memoir of growing up under anything but usual circumstances. It offers a fascinating perspective on surviving parental dysfunction amidst ever changing environments. The journey of a young girl whose life is unexpectedly jolted out of normalcy and comfort into that of insecurity, danger, confusion and intrigue. Imagine your parents woke you, a ten year old girl, up in the middle of the night and put you on a plane to a place you've never been before--alone with your fourteen year old brother. Little did she know, her childhood would be filled with abandonment and neglect from her narcissistic father and alcoholic mother. In The Big Life, Diana shares her painful and incomprehensible tale of what she and her brother endured while her family was on the run from the FBI. And from what or who else, they had no idea. As she navigates all the twists and turns of her life, you'll be in for another kind of adventure - that of the heart. Narrated in a fascinating mix of humorous, uplifting, and heartbreaking candor, The Big Life is a triumphant memoir about the choices we all have in life, along with the resilience of the human race and a fierce determination to survive. Diana's story offers a life-changing message of hope, showing we all have a choice in life: to become a product of the circumstances we cannot control, or to rise above them while enduring them, coming out better in the end. The book is an excellent read for anyone struggling with navigating life's uncertainties. The passages on adaptability, resilience, determination, and faith make this true-to-life story wonderfully empowering!

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PRAISE for The Big Life A heartwarming story of growing up under anything but usual circumstances. Fans of Jeanette Walls' The Glass Castle will find a familiar and equally fascinating perspective on surviving parental dysfunction, loss, abandonment, continually changing environments, and riding out the highs and lows of 'the big life.' The book is an excellent read for anyone struggling with navigating life's uncertainties. The passages on adaptability, determination, and faith make this true-to-life story wonderfully empowering! Elizabeth Lee Co-author of A Call to Leadership from Success Strategies from Women in STEM What an incredible journey it is to read Diana Lynn's The Big Life! And to think this story is true! Following the story of her family's life from Illinois to California and back, the author takes you along for the wild ride. With whimsical touches like family holidays spent in an idyllic setting, this book transports you back in time. Then, with the flip of a page, we are knee-deep in the mob? Espionage? Only time will tell. A wonderful story of family bonds, faith, and determination that keeps you guessing all the way to the end. Karen Frier REALTOR(R) The Big Life takes you on an adventure of a girl whose life is unexpectedly jolted out of normalcy and comfort into that of insecurity, confusion, and intrigue. As she navigates all the twists and turns of her life, you'll be in for another kind of adventure: that of the heart. Your bags will be packed along with hers as you are transported with her, and the final destination is only the beginning! This is an inspirational and moving true tale! Penny J. Rizzo Retired teacher The Big Life is a fascinating biography of the childhood and young adult life of an amazing woman who overcame a life of frequent, often disruptive, changes in her family life without knowing why. While the story is intriguing and often mysterious, its message to readers is how the love and support of those around you, brothers, relatives, and friends, can help fill the void left by dysfunctional parents. With their support, Diana was able to find love, self-worth and a partner, Luke, who, with her, created the family life she never knew. It is an uplifting story of the ability to cope, dream of something better, and then realize that dream. You will enjoy the read! John Hillenmeyer Retired healthcare executive

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DIANA LYNN is an author, mentor and life coach for teens and young women with difficult pasts or present lives. Before publishing her story, Diana was a successful executive in the publishing industry. During the 26 years that she worked in business, Diana always felt she had a calling to help others. In her retirement, she was drawn to helping the elderly, homeless, human trafficking victims, and women struggling to build a new life. These women encouraged Diana to publish and share her inspirational story of hope so that other women could realize that the choices they make each day hold the keys to the life and goals they dream about. Connect with Diana at dianalynnlife.com

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