Publisher's Synopsis
An astounding true story of a young woman driven deeply by her desire to escape chauvinism blazes a whirlwind path full of mystical encounters and unexpected adventures. From love to lawsuits, her business and personal life intertwine, bringing her to untold heights and successAn astounding true story of a young woman driven by her desire to escape chauvinism blazes a whirlwind path full of mystical encounters and unexpected adventures. From love to lawsuits, her business and personal life intertwine, bringing her to untold heights. Uncanny predictions at a chance encounter with a Fulbright Scholar from India follow her throughout her life, as if written on the wall and fated to happen.
After a life-changing semester in Italy and college graduation, she succeeds in breaking through a glass ceiling of seventy men to become the first woman art director at a major New York City advertising agency. Chauvinism fuels a desire for change, which spawns a year of travel adventures. Whether skiing the powdery snow in Aspen, or waking up on a beach in Mexico to men with machine guns, each adventure brought challenges and insights to add to an ever-broadening awareness. Back in Manhattan, mind-expanding events continue. A lucky break merges with swirling thoughts to ignite a new business. Running a successful start-up attracts ADWEEK Magazine of New York. She's placed first on their list of "The Dynamic Dozen." It should have been smooth sailing, but sharks were circling. A court battle followed.
Marriage to an extroverted older man in her early thirties adds children to a busy business life. She didn't anticipate the added challenges of a child with a learning disability.
Entertaining and inspirational stories are told from pivotal times in history. Readers gain skills about life and business from women triumphing over limitations. The narrative will make you laugh at humanity, provoke anger at infuriating situations and leave you inspired to reach goals. Stimulating questions are raised, generating a deeper introspection.
Guaranteed to entertain and may help you avoid potholes. Listed by Kirkus 2023 in "36 Great Indie Books Worth Discovering." Readers' Favorite writes: "Knocking it out of the park!" and "Very highly recommended."
