Stories of Transgression and Recovery. This item is unavailable.Stories of Transgression and Recovery

Where brokenness meets redemption.

In Stories of Transgression and Recovery, men and women from around the world open their hearts and reveal what happens when life veers off course-and how grace, courage, and relentless hope bring them back.

From the quiet ache of childhood wounds to the chaos of addiction, betrayal, and loss, these true accounts refuse to sugarcoat the pain. Yet every chapter shines with something stronger than despair: recovery and renewal.

You'll meet contributors who

• survived abuse, trauma, and self-destruction,
• faced the wreckage of broken relationships and substance dependence, and
• discovered resilience, faith, and purpose on the other side.

Guided by visionary editor Trunnis Goggins, II-author of The 4P's of You and founder of the acclaimed Stories of series-this anthology is more than testimony. It is a lifeline of practical hope.

This book contains mature themes, including references to addiction, trauma, sexual situations, strong language, and graphic descriptions of real-life experiences. These stories are raw and authentic, written to shed light on the realities of struggle, survival, and recovery.

For years, Tessa was known as Contessa Doll, a leading name in the Australian adult industry. She won awards, gained national recognition, and achieved the kind of status many in that world chased. Yet behind the glamour, she battled depression, self-harm, and the crushing reality of feeling trapped in a life she no longer wanted.When the isolation of the pandemic pushed her to breaking point, she encountered the life-changing love of Jesus Christ. That moment marked her complete exit from the industry, the start of deep emotional healing, and the discovery of a new identity rooted in faith instead of performance.Today, Tessa speaks boldly about the hidden harms of the sex industry and the destructive impact of pornography addiction. Her story stands as both a warning and a beacon of hope and proof that no one is beyond the reach of freedom and redemption.

Darcy Frederick's journey is a testimony of redemption and God's grace. She grew up later surrounded by addiction and pain, found herself homeless on the streets of Minneapolis as a teenager, and fell into the sex industry at just 15 years old. She endured violence, addiction, and near-death experiences - even leaping in front of a gun to save a man's life, only for him to try to take hers. But God did not let her die. Though she became a born-again believer in Jesus Christ, Darcy struggled before finally returning to Him with a boldness she never had before. Today, she shares her story to bring hope to those battling addiction, prostitution, and violence - and to the families who love them. "To God be the glory. My story is not about what I've been through, but about how God brought me out to reach others."

Trunnis Goggins II, an accomplished educator, author, and consultant, hails from Buffalo, New York, and now resides in Asheville, North Carolina. With a distinguished military background, he's earned five Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals. Recognized by organizations such as NASPAA and NSLS, Trunnis has provided consulting services to small businesses nationwide and guided higher education institutions in accreditation and online learning initiatives. With over 16 years of experience in higher education, he has held roles such as professor, department chair, and director of workforce development. Currently, he serves as a lead instructor in the College of Business at Western Governors University, where he leverages his extensive experience to empower students with practical knowledge and skills essential for success in the ever-evolving business landscape.