I've had the privilege of reading an early copy of Lila Rose's new book. As a pro-life advocate and former teen mom, I was beyond thrilled for this opportunity. Lila has written a must read for all. Pro-life advocates have come a long way since I made the choice for life 27 years ago. However, Lila Rose and her Live Action team are like none other. With full transparency and vulnerability, Lila takes you on her journey of how she has become, in my opinion, the boldest and most active in the fight for life, all life. She is truly a voice for the voiceless, not only by her words but also by her actions. I encourage you to purchase this book, read every word and then read it again!

This powerful memoir encapsulates one womans passion with determined focus in defending our most precious and innocent lives.

Lila Rose's displays her courage compelled with brave activism that combats lies and deceit in a powerfully and honestly written memoir.

I was fascinated with her journey and praise her work in defending the most vulnerable. This was a beautifully written memoir that leaves the reader reflecting how their own actions can create change.

I am part of the launch team. I asked to join the team because I knew a little about the author and what she stood for. No matter how you feel about the issues surrounding life you should read this book. An honest feminist will love this book as a testament to what a woman can accomplish but I fear the prejudice many have against life will keep them from admiring the accomplishments of Lila Rose. Or appreciate her sharing about the common obstacles she overcame. When you read this book, even if you do agree with her positions, you will be blessed to learn how you too can be effective and achieve meaning in your life.

I was impressed with the transparency of the book and how she did not hold back when discussing the issues in life she dealt with and overcame. This alone is reason enough to read the book. I know many face similar problems. I also know many try to hide things that detract from their image. Lila shares them openly in a way that says "you can beat this" while not making herself out to be arrogant or egotistical. The message is that there is hope and anyone can win. Much of the book directs the reader to how to overcome and master their own issues.

A lot of people, who have great accomplishments, write books that come off sounding like "look at me and what I did". In this book the author says here is the map, follow the path and you too can enjoy success. She also is not ashamed to give credit to God for making her successful. She quotes a number of passages from the Bible where they are meaningful to the topic.

Lila Rose is an effective voice for the unborn and an accomplished political activist. I agree with her position on life and admire the impact she has had in the political arena. I also admire what she infers in supporting the idea that making abortion illegal, while it would be good, is not enough to defeat the forces that push for the death of the unborn. We share a common bond in the knowledge that the only way this evil will end is if hearts are changed to uphold the sanctity of life made in the Creator's image. Laws alone won't end abortion but helping people embrace the unborn baby from the perspective of the value of life.

I could continue rambling on but think it is more important to encourage everyone to read the book. The understanding you will gain is worth the brief time it will take you. I once read a book written by a supposed Christian doctor who is an abortionist. In his book, Willie outlines the rationalizations that allow him be an outspoken proponent of the abortion industry. He reveals in the book things in his lifestyle that make his claims to be Christian suspect based on his defiance of obeying God. Lila, shows her humanity in the issues she faced and overcame, and demonstrates the heart of one who seeks to know and obey God. You will be better off for seeing what she faced and how she succeeded.

I have chosen a path in support of life that does not include political activism but I am glad to have a better understanding of how Lila has been led to serve on this path. We both want to see the abuses end based on people learning how to embrace a more abundant life based on their growing faith and obedience to God.

I normally do not make my highlights visible but am doing so with this book so you can see the passages I found profound and influential.


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