Living Into the Truth

A Daughter's Journey of Discovery

Annette Marquis, Wendy Degroat, Phillip Hilliker

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Wordswomen Press
01 November 2024

Biography: general; Adoption & fostering; Family & relationships; Adoption

""Living Into the Truth: A Daughter's Journey of Discovery"" is a memoir by Annette Marquis that explores the author's quest to uncover her family's hidden past and, in doing so, discover her own identity.

The memoir begins with the author's childhood, growing up in a Catholic family with a complex history. She describes her early years, marked by the presence of a deceased father who she believes, based on what he mother tells her, to be her biological parent and an adoptive father who raises her who shares her red hair. But all might not be as she is told. The author recounts her struggles with her identity, particularly her red hair, which becomes a symbol of the mysteries surrounding her origins.

Marquis explores the theme of living with secrets, both those kept from her and those she kept herself. She describes the emotional toll of hiding her true self and the liberation that comes with eventually living openly as a lesbian. The author draws parallels between her own experiences of secrecy and those of her parents, examining how hidden truths shaped their lives and relationships.

The memoir delves into the author's adult life, including her relationships, career, and ongoing quest for truth about her family, including her use of DNA testing to confirm her biological parentage, a pivotal moment in her journey of self-discovery.

Throughout the book, Marquis reflects on the nature of family, identity, and truth. She examines how societal expectations and personal fears can lead to the creation and perpetuation of secrets, and the impact these secrets have across generations.

The author also touches on broader historical events and social changes, including the polio epidemic, the advent of DNA testing, and the evolving acceptance of LGBTQ+ people in American society. She uses these contexts to frame her personal story within a larger narrative of social progress and change.

""Living Into the Truth"" concludes with Marquis's reflections on forgiveness, acceptance, and the importance of living authentically. She describes how uncovering her family's secrets allowed her to better understand herself and her parents, leading to a sense of peace and self-acceptance.

This memoir is not just a personal account but also an exploration of universal themes such as the search for identity, the complexities of family relationships, and the courage required to live truthfully. Marquis's story offers insights into the human capacity for growth, resilience, and the transformative power of embracing one's true self.

By: Annette Marquis
Cover design or artwork by: Phillip Hilliker
Edited by: Wendy Degroat
Imprint: Wordswomen Press
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 133mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 277g
ISBN: 9798991280204
Pages: 238
Publication Date: 01 November 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Annette Marquis is a community builder, wanderer, and author of two serialized memoirs, ""Living Into the Truth: A Daughter's Journey of Discovery,"" and ""Accidental Mentors: Inspirational Stories of Women Who Shaped My Life by Just Being Themselves,"" and one short-form memoir, ""Resistance: A Memoir of Civil Disobedience in Maricopa County."" In a past life, she co-authored twenty-five software books, mostly about Microsoft Office. She works for Living Legacy Project, Inc and lives with her wife, Wendy, in Richmond, VA.

Reviews for Living Into the Truth: A Daughter's Journey of Discovery

Whoever thought that a memoir could read like a good mystery! That's what happens in this beautiful identity journey which traverses a life lived inside the depths of not one but several disturbing and life-altering questions. Among them: who is Annette's real father, and really, who is she? Who are the betrayers, and can one forgive the betrayals? Annette Marquis weaves the answers into a tapestry of fierce questions that build to a tender and insightful climax. It's a story that becomes a powerful model for people seeking to understand and proclaim the Truth of our own Beings. Read this, weep and rejoice with her. But Read This! -- Anne-Marie Oomen Anne-Marie Oomen is the author of numerous memoirs and other works including the award winning, As Long As I Know You: The Mom Book from University of Georgia Press. Winner of The Sue William Silverman Prize for Creative Nonfiction.