Jeanne Mcelvaney

Harrietta's Happenstance Jeanne Mcelvaney

"Harrietta's Happenstance"

A sweet, Jane Austen kind of romance floating on the surface of serious sexual abuse issues.

Miss Harrietta Eastmont has a secret, but it pales in comparison to the fear of her uncle discovering her whereabouts as she rings Lady Blackstone's doorbell and prepares her deception.

Lord Blackstone is startled when he finds his mother has hired a companion after adamantly refusing such a suggestion for several years. But the skittish, bright Miss Eastmont is more than she presents. With his compassionate assistance, Harrietta is swept into circumstances that help heal her wounds and open her heart.

Women and Empowerment: the kind that celebrates our spirit ~
Life Purpose: embracing and sharing the best of ourselves ~
Being Happy: courage to honor our personal spirit ~
Change Your Life: our ultimate power ~
Personal Development: our stunning inner wisdom ~
Self Improvement: the most daring journey ~
Self Awareness: our inner compass ~

Comments about my writing and childhood sexual abuse:

Survivors of Abuse: "Thank you for sharing messages of encouragement, empowerment and inspiration." DP

Childhood Sexual Abuse: "You have such a powerful voice, full of grace, dignity, warmth and understanding. You are teaching me and my patients." Dr Bob

Effects of Child Abuse: "I suddenly realized I have the POWER to choose - who to be friends with and who to let into my life. Thank you for describing this hangover' from abuse." DD

Abuse Recovery: "You are so good at putting your healing journey into words so that others don't feel alone in their healing. Keep writing! It gives others hope." MG

Abuse Survivors: "It is reassuring to know I am not alone." DF

Healing Abuse: "You have a wonderful way with words. Keep speaking. Your voice is beautiful! RB