Publisher's Synopsis
From trauma to triumph, through the eyes of the only living eyewitness to his family's brutal murders, Resilient Rose shares the gripping true story of a boy who sought death, struggled to survive, and instead emerged as a global voice and advocate for victims and survivors of crime, abuse, and neglect. In his memoir, William details his childhood traumatic history, troubled teenage years, and an encounter with hope and destiny that would propel him as a sought-after speaker and practitioner, addressing violence prevention, trauma-responsive, and healing-centered approaches. William's struggles were met with a multitude of support and arguably, none more important than the woman who he lovingly referenced as "Mama.
