{"title":"Melissa Ohden","description":"\u003cp\u003eMelissa Ohden is a compelling voice in the realm of Biography \u0026amp; Memoir, capturing hearts and minds with her poignant storytelling. Renowned for her powerful narrative, Melissa invites readers into her world with \u003cem\u003eYou Carried Me\u003c\/em\u003e, a deeply personal and inspirational memoir. This book, like much of her work, reflects her journey of survival and self-discovery after learning she was the survivor of a failed abortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough her writing, Melissa offers an insightful look at themes of forgiveness, identity, and resilience, shedding light on her extraordinary life. Her work not only educates but also moves readers, encouraging them to navigate their own journeys with courage and grace. Melissa Ohden's books are a testament to the strength of the human spirit and are a must-read for those seeking profound and uplifting stories.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"you-carried-me-by-melissa-ohden-9780874862980","title":"You Carried Me","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat happens when an abortion survivor finds her birth mother, who never knew her daughter was alive?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou Carried Me\u003c\/em\u003e is a gripping memoir by Melissa Ohden, winner of the 2018 Christianity Today Book Award in the CT Women category and Silver Medal Winner in the 2018 Illumination Book Awards for Biography \u0026amp; Memoir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMelissa Ohden was fourteen when she learned she was the survivor of a botched abortion. In this intimate memoir, she details for the first time her search for her biological parents and her journey from anger and shame to faith and empowerment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a decade-long search, Melissa finally locates her birth father and writes to extend forgiveness, only to discover that he has died without answering her burning questions. Melissa becomes a mother herself in the very hospital where she was aborted. This experience transforms her attitude toward women who have had abortions, as does the miscarriage of her only son and the birth of a second daughter with complex health issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut could anything prepare her for the day she finally meets her birth mother and hears her side of their story? This intensely personal story of love and redemption illuminates the powerful bond between mother and child that can overcome all odds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46847377375468,"sku":"9780874862980","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13040593482499.jpg?v=1758938246"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/melissa-ohden.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}