A Story of Survival and Strength on Leadership for Life

It was an honour and a true delight to join Gina Gardiner on her podcast, Leadership for Life, to talk about Lucy: Ultimate Survivor. Gina’s focus on resilience and leading our own lives really resonated with me—after all, Lucy is, at its core, a story of a woman who refuses to give in to the forces trying to crush her spirit.

Lucy: Ultimate Survivor is my first novel, and it’s one I’ve carried in my heart for years. It’s a work of historical fiction, but its themes—abuse, injustice, courage, and survival—are as relevant today as they were in the early 19th century. Lucy is inspired by one of my own ancestors, and in writing her story, I wanted to honour the strength of the women who came before us, often in silence, often overlooked. Through Lucy’s journey, I aim to shed light on the reality of marriage as a prison for many women of the time, and the wider, haunting presence of slavery that shaped so many lives in Britain and beyond.

Being able to talk about this on Gina’s podcast—where the focus is on how we can lead, grow, and live with purpose—was incredibly special. Lucy may be a character from the past, but her fight is timeless. I hope listeners found the conversation both inspiring and thought-provoking. There is so much we can learn from the people who came before us, especially those who endured in the face of impossible odds.

Outside of writing, I’ve spent much of my life working in the world of business, and the lessons of leadership, resilience, and authenticity have been constant companions. Now living in South Wales with my husband, I’m enjoying this new chapter—one filled with stories, history, and the opportunity to connect with readers and listeners in unexpected ways.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Lucy: Ultimate Survivor, and to Gina for having me on her wonderful show. I invite you all to explore Lucy’s story—and perhaps reflect on the powerful stories in your own history too.

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