Based on true life events, Lauryn Interrupted is the story of one young woman’s experience overcoming OCD, an anxiety disorder, through her faith in God, the support of her family, friends and some gifted helpers. During the darkest and most challenging days of her young adult life, Lauryn reconnects with Paul, a man she knew as a young child. She soon learns that her reunion with him is more than a chance meeting and was all part of God’s plan for the two of them. Paul’s kindness, patience and an unexpected secret from his past set the stage for a relationship that blossoms from friendship into a love story of faith, hope and perseverance. Through Paul’s encouragement and the steadfast support of her family and friends, Lauryn begins her journey toward overcoming OCD.

With sincerity and transparency, author Jessica Grace describes the events that led to her feeling completely overwhelmed by OCD and the hopelessness that resulted in her taking some desperate measures to distance herself from the pain. The message of Lauryn Interrupted is twofold: to tell the unique love story of Lauryn and Paul and the power of supportive families and friends in recovery, and to give others who are experiencing mental health disorders hope and encouragement to seek help from gifted and skilled professionals.

This book is so much more than a prescription for overcoming OCD. The threads of perseverance, faith and hope are woven into the tapestry of this true love story in a way that allows anyone struggling with a personal battle of any kind to recognize these threads as lifelines for recovery. Those who love a great, love story and those who are looking for hope for better days ahead will find both in Lauryn Interrupted.