Untitled for Now

Desiree Moore

Aug 2023 · Desiree Moore Books

About this ebook

Helen wanted to break the cycle.

Raised in the deserts of Southern California by a family plagued with addiction, poverty, and trauma, Helen’s life was fraught with heartache and turmoil. Nevertheless, this fueled her desire to make it out. That was until one day, she broke.

When Helen wakes up in a mental hospital, her mind is shattered, her memories are gone, and she clings to the comfort of not remembering. But, when a memory of her daughter emerges, Helen has no choice but to unearth the painful truth and face her past.

Through dual timelines, readers will be immersed in the intricate tapestry of Helen’s life, gradually unraveling the events that led to her broken state.

Untitled for Now captures the difficulty of breaking chains, the essence of mother/daughter relationships, grief, compassion, and finding forgiveness for yourself. It is a novel for those who revel in the lived experiences of others and want to know that even the saddest stories can have a happy ending.

Ratings and reviews

Looking for your next great read? This is it! Untitled For Now is a fast-paced, page turner. This is a human story that illustrates how our childhood traumas shape us, the amazing ability of a human being to cope, the resilience that can drive us on, new beginnings, and of learning how to share who we are even when we are afraid. Be brave! Embark on the journey and READ THIS BOOK!

Helen’s story is going to break you and mend you back together as she works through remembering the last 30 years that she lost after waking up in a mental hospital one day. From trauma, addiction, and grief, Helen is the epitome of resilience. The author, Desiree, beautiful wrote this story based on her real life experiences. This is a must read!!

A beautiful story about heartbreak, forgiveness and the complex nature of grief, trauma and complex family dynamics. I loved this book and read the entire book over the weekend. I enjoyed the writing style of this author. I can’t wait to see what comes next from her!

About the author

When Desiree Moore decided to write a book based on her life story, she struggled to determine where to begin and end.

However, after a chance encounter with a long-forgotten friend, Desiree realized her memories were not all intact, and she was inspired to create Helen—a woman with dissociative amnesia. Desiree used Helen as a vessel to tell her story about being raised by addicts, teen pregnancy, child loss, and the overwhelming guilt she has carried with her through life. Although a work of fiction, this story is the most honest thing Desiree has ever done.

Desiree Moore spent nearly a decade honing her craft, writing short stories, poetry, and pieces that reflect the many facets of her being. Her work reflects her lived experiences and the many people who have touched her life.

Desiree holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts from Colorado State University and a Master of Humanities from Tiffin University. Through her writing, she hopes to foster empathy within her readers and bring awareness to complex topics and issues.