by Pat Bakalian (Author)
Woven throughout Pat's touching and inspiring memoir is her mother's voice telling her to trust the Universe and that is exactly what she has done. Persistence: The Power to Make Change is one women's evolution from shy girl to feminist political activist exemplifying the potential that lies within all of us who care about improving our communities, even if we don't yet have the necessary confidence or skills. The tales in this book-some poignant, some suspenseful, some amusing- show how the past doesn't have to dictate your future. Persistence: The Power to Make Change is written in such a way that it draws you in. Readers will be able to relate to the author's underlying issues and struggles, enjoy her unusual adventures and revel in her ability to find her own personal power. Her honesty is profound, so raw yet without coming off as bitchy, which is difficult to do.