This American Ex-Wife
This American Ex-Wife by Lyz Lenz
Storyline: Part memoir and part cultural reckoning, this sharp, vulnerable book examines marriage, motherhood, autonomy, and the ways women are taught to erase themselves. Lyz Lenz writes candidly about leaving, rebuilding, and learning that freedom can feel frightening before it feels powerful.
Author: Lyz Lenz
Why it fits The Strength Within: This title focuses on resilience, reclaiming identity, surviving harm, or rising after trauma””making it a strong fit for readers drawn to empowerment, courage, and emotional transformation.