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Valorie Stafford Lurry

‘Round the Bend


A Memoir

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Available on August 17, 2026 | 180 Pages
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Book Description

What began as an ordinary Saturday morning became a life-altering fight for survival. In 1999, fourteen-year-old Val was abducted at gunpoint from her own home and endured unimaginable trauma. But ‘Round the Bend is more than the story of a horrific crime. It is the story of what came after.

Through deeply personal reflections, family memories,interviews of those that were affected, and years of healing, Valorie shares an honest account of faith, resilience, forgiveness, and the difficult journey toward reclaiming a life that could have been defined by tragedy.

This memoir is ultimately a testament to hope, that even after life’s darkest moments, healing is possible, and grace can be found around the bend.

Praise for ‘Round the Bend

I usually can’t sit and read something for a long period of time, but it felt like I read this in 30 minutes when really it was almost 3 hours. I just got sucked in. Also, I am not known for my emotions; typically, I am pretty level. However, I found myself in multiple sections of this book feeling the weight of what was going on. I even teared up at one point.
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I have been working with these guys for years now! With lots of hard work and timely communication, they made sure they delivered the best to me. Highly recommended!
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I was invested from start to finish. The different point of views were amazing to read and definitely opened up my eyes to see it through a different lens. You didn’t just make it about you, you looked at the bigger picture as a whole. Not many people can do that so honestly, but you did. I felt like I was there with you and your family through every season and I absolutely love being able to feel like I’m apart of a story!
Shelby H.Advanced Reader Review

Product Details

ISBN 1234567

Available On August 17, 2026

Published By Pilcrow Publishing

Pages 180

Dimensions 6″ x 9″

Author
Valorie Stafford Lurry

Valorie Stafford Lurry is a Louisiana artist, wife, mother, and survivor whose life was forever changed by a violent crime in 1999. Through faith, determination, and the unwavering support of family and community, she rebuilt a life marked not by fear, but by resilience.

‘Round the Bend is her first book and represents years of reflection, healing, and a desire to encourage others facing unimaginable circumstances. By sharing her story, Valorie hopes readers will discover that no matter how dark the road becomes, hope, healing, and redemption are always possible.

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