
about the book


In a world where resilience is tested and ordinary individuals face extraordinary challenges, emerges a story that defies all odds.
Welcome to the pages of “SHOTS Fired; A Heroine’s Memoir,” a gripping testament to the indomitable will to survive. Tracy, an ordinary woman, faces unimaginable hardships, providing a hard-hitting account of the literal and figurative shots fired at her, fearlessly sharing her harrowing experiences with pure authenticity.
Her journey begins with the flicker of a childhood memory—the accidental fire that consumed her childhood home. From this pivotal moment, Tracy’s life takes a tumultuous turn, marked by recurring violence and poverty. A fateful event leaves her with permanent monocular vision, plunging her into a spiral of self-despise. But Tracy’s trials do not end there. Gun violence strikes, propelling her into a life on the streets—an unending cycle of trauma.
Desperation becomes her companion as Tracy enters the treacherous world of local drug dealing, navigating its terrain and confronting the consequences that lurk in the shadows. Tracy grapples with using anger as an unhealthy means of self-preservation, and her uncontrollable rage knows no bounds.
Guided by Tracy’s experiences, readers embark on a nail-biting and breakneck rollercoaster of emotions—laughter, tears, and moments of profound introspection. In this metamorphosis, this book presents an engaging and transformative story, evoking raw emotion and unwavering honesty. Tracy’s storytelling is a captivating blend of genuine wisdom, delivered with heartfelt passion and lighthearted humor, weaving a compelling account of personal and profound struggles, triumphant moments, and honest admissions of failure.
Her life story is an ongoing narrative, but so far, it has been nothing short of astonishing, entertaining, and filled with an undeniable force that propels the reader forward. In a bonus inspiring testament, our heroine author invites you into the depths of her experiences of climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro while writing her story. Her journey proves the resilience that resides within us all and leaves readers empowered to rise above pain, conquer fear, and triumph over adversity.
This memoir serves as a perfect companion for anyone on a quest to discover their authentic truth and uncover the valuable lessons hidden within life’s most challenging and darkest moments. So delve into the captivating pages of Tracy’s phenomenal story, guaranteed to lead you to a beautiful full-circle ending.