This is not a book for the faint of heart. Filled with jaw dropping moments of angst and epiphany, Kimberley Kennedy's reflection on that terrible day and the months that followed is actually a story of hope and healing. With her no-holds-barred conversational style, Kimberley fills the pages of her book with stark honesty and humor.
A news anchor herself, Kimberley's heartache was front page news. The jilting of Kimberley Kennedy by her fiance' the day before her "perfect" wedding was a story carried by news channels across the country. From Good Morning America to Primetime, her nightmare was broadcast for all to see.
But this is not just for jilted brides. It is for any woman who has felt the pain and loss of rejection. From the loss of a dream to the loss of a marriage, Kimberley's hard-won wisdom is both useful and encouraging.
With sections on How Not To Let Rejection Define You to How To Shape Your Future Story, Kimberley arms her readers with pearls gained from her terrible experience to uplift others.
Kimberley's book doesn't stop there. Personal stories from readers drive home the point that you don't have to be a national star to feel the sting of rejection or the triumph of coming out stronger after the fact. The stories, sent to her by women following her story, were both comforting and rallying for Kimberley and by extension, her readers.
To top it off, she includes the male point of view. The "Dumpers" if you will. Something I didn't expect and learned a lot from. The interviews from men of varying ages, socio-economic background, and relationship experience was eye opening. What they have to say may surprise you.
If you've ever been rejected, you're often left with so many questions. Why? What went wrong? How can I avoid this again? This book helps you come to terms with those feelings and offers advice on creating a future...a different one than you wanted, but hopeful none-the-less.
Through prayer and much soul searching, Kimberley comes to understand her own role in the disaster. This is important because the lessons she learns about control and trust are what she passes onto her readers. With her spunky, no-nonsense attitude, Kimberley tells it how it is and helps others in the process. Filled with insight and encouragement, Left At The Altar is great read.
I recommend it to anyone who has felt the pain of rejection and wonders if it ever gets better.
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