Wow. This is such a powerful, heartbreaking story about misplaced justice and a woman’s fight to survive. Judy doesn’t share a story of unwavering faith, but one of fighting to survive and learning to have faith after being stripped of everything she knew. A great story of wrongful conviction.

Thirty-six years. Thirty-six years Judy was in prison for a crime she didn't commit. Judy never had it easy. All of the things that Judy Henderson went through in her lifetime almost feels like it could have only come out of a movie. Tragedy and trauma on top of more tragedy and trauma. Most people wouldn't have survived it. She was sentenced to life in prison with no parole. But Judy never gave up hope she would get out. She put her faith in God and was driven to action to have her story be heard. And after thirty-six years her hard work finally paid off. This is truly an inspiring story of perseverance, healing, faith, and love. I highly recommend reading her story.

TW: domestic violence, sexual abuse/assault, suicide

Thank you NetGalley and Worthy Publishing for the opportunity to read this eARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

powerful story of judy henderson's. it was well written and i can't even begin to imagine what it was like being in jail for a crime you didn't commit for longer than you had been alive at the time. even though she shared many things that happened while she was in jail, i know that that was only the tip of the iceberg. i can't imagine the fear one experiences.

judy became a light and encouragement to many of the inmates and her determination to keep fighting for her innocence is remarkable. a testament that no matter what we are going through, we can fight for hope.

this story brings to light the corruption and prejudices of those working in the prison as well as lawyers and other high powered people. i'm glad she had a few people fighting for her, esp her family.

the only "con" to this story that left me hanging is that it doesn't tell what happened to the "boyfriend" who framed her.

Imagine surviving decades of violence and abuse, in numerous forms, from the time you were a child. Now in your early thirties and finally on your feet, you are sentenced to life in prison for a murder you did not commit.

This is the true story of Judy Henderson’s life. When The Light Finds Us is her powerful testimony of faith, resilience and hope. It’s the most empowering story I’ve read in awhile.

Something I loved about Judy was how she didn’t let the devastating things happening to her extinguish the light of hope within her. Without the belief that things would get better, she likely would not have survived the 36 years she spent in prison.

I hope when this book comes out in April you’ll pick up a copy or rent it from your local library. Pay witness to the injustices Judy experienced at the hands of the legal and prison systems. Revel in her little wins along the way.

TW: domestic violence, childhood sexual abuse, suicide.

Despite these heavy themes, I can promise there’s a happy ending to look forward to. Truthfully, I wish the book was longer so I could spend more time learning from Judy’s strength and determination.

Thank you to Worthy Publishing and Judy Henderson for this ARC. When The Light Finds Us is available April 15, 2025.

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As a momma of four this made my heart feel all the things! It was just beautiful. Such honesty and true moments throughout this story. I loved it! Wonderfully written.