Redemption by stacey lannert and kristen kemp readers guide. On july 4, 1990, eighteenyearold stacey lannert shot and killed her father, who had been sexually abusing her since she was eight. Stacey lannert is a speaker, an author, and the founder of the nonprofit organization healing sisters, for people who have suffered sexual abuse. Create an account, write a blog, join the forums and begin to heal today. At age 36, she was given a shot at redemption when the outgoing governor of missouri commuted her sentence.
Her father, tom, was a financial consultant, and deb, his wife, was a stayathome mom. Stacey says she was especially close with her father when she was young. She is the coauthor of the book redemption, about her journey of selfdiscovery and forgiveness. Six days later she walked out of the gates a free woman. Stacey s story will help many people work through their own suffering and come out the other side stronger and more hopeful. On january 10, 2009, she was commuted and released.
Redemption is the story of how stacey learned to be free while living behind bars. In 2011, she published a memoir about her experiences, redemption. After years in prison, stacey lannert explains why the man who. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Redemption ebook by stacey lannert 9780307592156 rakuten kobo. Redemption is staceys candid memoir of her harrowing childhood and the pain and protective love of her sister that led her to that horrifying night. Louis, where she trains dogs, teaches, and has founded. Redemption is about how stacey lannert learned to be free while living behind bars. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. On july 4, 1990, eighteenyearold stacey lannert shot and killed her father, who had. As i was flying from dc i saw my book in a store for the first time.
This reallife tale, as dramatic as any movie, of stacey lannert and her struggle to. This reallife tale, as dramatic as any movie, of stacey lannert and her struggle to survive violent sexual assault and. This reallife tale, as dramatic as any movie, of stacey lannert and her struggle to survive violent sexual assault and the devastating aftermath raises intense issues of crime. She was found guilty of firstdegree murder and sentenced to life without parole. A very emotional book stacey should be recommended to to every person.
A discussion of stacey lannerts memoir redemption rif. But as stacey and her sister, christy, got older, their pictureperfect life began to unravel. Kristen kemp recounts the events that led the author to kill her sexually abusive father in selfdefense and the 2009 triumph that enabled her release from prison, describing her ongoing work as the founder of a. Stacey ann lannert born may 28, 1972 is an american woman convicted of the murder of her. Which parts of the book were most inspiring for you. She also trains service dogs for the handicapped and teaches aerobics. Redemption ebook by stacey lannert 9780307592156 rakuten. Rehm stacey lannert, her new book is titled, redemption. Stacey lannert, was convicted of murdering her father, received a full pardon from gov. I admire stacey lannert s will to survive and be a survivor of the horrific things she went through in her life. This reallife tale, as dramatic as any movie, of stacey lannert and her struggle to survive violent sexual assault and the devastating aftermath raises intense issues of crime, culpability and the.
It is a comingofage story set in a parallel universe of a maximum. Healing sisters is a resource for victims of sexual abuse to come together, share their stories and heal their wounds. Our meeting came just days after outgoing missouri governor matt blunt commuted staceys life sentence. If we dont name it, people can make it mean what they want it to mean. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars by stacey lannert at indigo. Redemption palm beach county library system overdrive.
July 4, 1990, after being raped by her drunken father regularly for 10 years and threatened with death if she told, stacey lannert heard him molest the little sister shed spent her young life protecting. After spending as many years in prison as she had out of it, on january 10, 2009, outgoing missouri governor matt blunt commuted staceys life sentence. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars mar 8, 2011. About redemption this reallife tale, as dramatic as any movie, of stacey lannert and her struggle to survive violent sexual assault and the devastating aftermath raises intense issues of crime, culpability and the nature of violence and families. Redemption north texas libraries on the go overdrive. Mar 20, 2012 buy the paperback book redemption by stacey lannert at indigo. On february 10th and 11th, top dogs from around the world will compete for best in show at the 144th westminster kennel club dog show, presented by purina pro plan.
She testified that he had sexually abused her since she was eight years old. Stacey comes across as a very sincere and you find out a lot about how things go on in our prison system. Sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole, she served 18 years. Healing sisters a resource for victims of sexual abuse. She used a quote that a friend wrote for her to get her through her time in prison, and it applies to all aspects of life as well. Redemption this reallife tale, as dramatic as any movie, of stacey lannert and her struggle to survive violent sexual assault and the devastating aftermath raises intense issues of crime, culpability and the nature of violence and families. Buy the paperback book redemption by stacey lannert at indigo. The stacey lannert story, detailing her personal story of abuse that culminated in the shooting death of her father, for which she spent 18 years in prison. Redemption is staceys candid memoir of her harrowing childhood and the pain and. In 2011, lannert published redemption, a book about the crime. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading redemption. As part of a series of events coordinated by astates student activities board, the organization hosted stacey lannert as a guest speaker on feb.
Download an excerpt of stacey lannerts memoir redemption, and youll see why. Dec 08, 2011 on july 5th, 1990, stacey lannert shot and killed her father who had been abusing her sexually since she was 7. Oct 26, 2011 stacey lannerts story is a remarkable one. From abuse victim to killer to public defender stacey lannert emily thompson. Apr 04, 2017 redemption by stacey lannert, saint louis, mo. Redemption e download by stacey lannert absolutely 10 starsi cannot imagine what this poor child had to deal with and i find it so amazing that she came through it like she did thanks to god and her strong spirit i have to say i couldn t read it without putting it down for awhile i know what she did was wrong my head says so but my heart says it is okay i think one of the most. Society has failed stacey lannert so many times over the course of her life. A story of sisterhood, survival and finding freedom behind bars. Its a devastating and important subject, beautifully told. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders.
Staceys low points during her prison stay inspired me the most. Stacey lannert shot him when their coconspirator failed to find a hit man, prosecutors said at the time. Redemption by stacey lannert overdrive rakuten overdrive. Growing up, stacey lannert seemed to have the perfect family. Stacey has endured so much in her life, and now, out of prison for killing her abusive father, has dedicated her life to helping other victims. Our lives were parallel except thatby the grace of god and twelve jurors who saw through the prosecutors weak casei was found not guilty of murder.
She has written several books and is the editor of the healing sisters blog. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars ebook written by stacey lannert. Redemption is stacey s candid memoir of her harrowing childhood and the pain and protective love of her sister that led her to that horrifying night. Read redemption a story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind. Hi stacey, i read your powerful book, redemption, and am amazed by your strength. Well take your calls in just a little bit, but first, id like to understand how and when the sexual abuse began for you. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars. On july 5th, 1990, stacey lannert shot and killed her father who had been abusing her sexually since she was 7. Stacey lannert was sexually abused by her father, tom, from when she was a young girl. While a good bit of the book is very difficult to read due to its vey nature and content, it is definitely worth the emotional rollercoaster to discover her strength and her character. The next step in the process is to meet the author. Redemption for rape victim who killed father newsweek.
Thats why its so important to find the real words, lannert says, discussing her book from her home. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read redemption. She regrets what she did, but she didnt let it destroy her. From abuse victim to killer to public defender stacey lannert. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars by stacey lannert, kristen kemp and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Kristen kemp as her parents marriage crumbles, stacey finds comfort in her loving father, tom. Lannert discussed her book on the diane rehm show today and, according to kemps blog, will be on piers morgans cnn. Stacey lannert speaks to students at north platte community college on tuesday evening about the abuse that led her to killing her father in 1990. Greitens pardons 5, commutes sentences of 4 more law and. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars by lannert, stacey isbn. This book is an eyeopening account of sexual abuse and how it ruins so many lives. Louis woman who killed father publishes redemption. After spending as many years in prison as she had out of it, on january 10, 2009, outgoing missouri governor matt blunt commuted stacey s life sentence.
This reallife tale, as dramatic as any movie, of stacey lannert and her. Happily, harmony books won the right to publish redemption. Mar 10, 2011 stacey is a living example of someone who has truly walked from darkness to light and we honor her for sharing her story and for her amazing courage. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars kindle edition by stacey lannert, kristen kemp. Stacey lannert, with kristen kemp, wrote redemption, published by crown. Stacey ann lannert born may 28, 1972 is an american woman convicted of the murder of her father, tom lannert, when she was 18 years old. Missouri state law, a disbelieving prosecutor, and staceys own fragile psyche conspired against her. Read redemption a story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars by stacey lannert available from rakuten kobo.