Nineteen

Following her family's return from sailing in French Polynesia, Leslie Nack's life unfolds amidst challenges of family dysfunction, addiction, and trauma, shaped by her experiences with an alcoholic mother and abusive father. After her father’s tragic death in Mexico, Leslie struggles with her past while seeking love and acceptance, leading to a period of substance abuse. Despite her turbulent beginnings, she eventually discovers self-worth and begins her journey toward sobriety and recovery. This powerful sequel to her memoir shares her raw, intense, yet ultimately hopeful story of resilience.