In Running Into Me: A Memoir of Resilience, Elisemarie DiCarlo traces a journey marked by personal loss, medical diagnoses without cures, and battles with addiction. She confronts the irreversible nature of certain wrongs, experiences the theft of her inheritance, and endures the removal of her sanctuary. Throughout these hardships, her life is shaped by the steadfast faith and guidance of her devoted parents, transformative moments in recovery, and the support of close friends and family. She experiences miraculous healing and renewed hope that emerges even when in the throes of massive adversity, illustrating the effects of prayer, optimism, and unwavering reliance on God. Her memoir offers a detailed portrayal of how faith and relationships influence a path through unexpected trials toward renewed purpose and gratitude.

“Now I live to serve God and His kids… I am utterly transparent if it means someone will be helped.” Running Into Me by Elisemarie DiCarlo is unique as a memoir, as it is not just a series of events, but a discussion of their meaning and her transformation. We see despair, like contemplating suicide and struggling with anger, to finding hope and healing through therapy, A.A., and faith. Her progression from pain to purpose demonstrates a lifetime arc of resilience and recovery that is central to the impact of the book. Despite the heavy subject matter, DiCarlo balances sorrow with small moments of joy and gratitude, sharing a scene at a baseball game with her children, a huge contrast to a scene of nursing home gloom. These lighter moments show the full range of life’s emotions and demonstrate how even the most overwhelmingly bleak days can transition into something wonderful. Overall, this is a great memoir and Christian testimonial. Very highly recommended.

Authentic and inspiring.
Captivating way of writing and expressing real life challenges.
Excellent book

A Must Read!!!!

From Diane Rogers: Just finished this amazing book and I love the way it is written.It is so heartfelf and connects to God in every situation .

A beautifully honest and deeply moving memoir, “Running Into Me: A Memoir of Resilience, Relationships & Recovery” is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Ms. DiCarlo’s journey through pain, loss, and recovery is told with raw vulnerability and gentle wisdom. Each chapter reflects not only the struggles of healing but also the quiet, transformative power of her spiritual connection. She does not shy away from sharing the darkness through which she traveled, but ultimately offers light, hope, and a reminder that healing—though never linear—is always possible.

I can’t put down this book! Elisemarie is a gifted writer and her stories are fascinating. From growing up in a privileged Kansas City family, to her own addiction and mental health issues, to parenting and fostering and adopting at risk babies- Elisemarie shares so much of herself. Each chapter ends with thoughtful quotes and scripture and Elisemarie’s faith throughout everything provides so much inspiration!

Buy this book if you are looking for story after story of how life can look if you put down your addictions and turn to God for EVERYTHING. It’s SO inspiring and simply makes you want to be a better human. The book is chalk full of the best quotes EVER from AA literature as well as scripture verses and she is a remarkable story teller!! I can’t wait to get back to it, but really wanted to take a second to write a quick review and encourage others to GET THIS BOOK! It’s so inspiring!!

This book is like reading a wise letter (sometimes a diary) from your older sister. The author had the courage to share vulnerable stories with the hope of helping her readers avoid the pain and heartache that she endured. It also fosters hope that regardless of your circumstances, The Lord is faithful to walk- sometimes run- with you through the dark valleys and fires of life, and that there is a green meadow full of flowers waiting for you on the other side.

I have just recently picked up Running Into Me and get excited every night to read the testimony. From helpful tips for women in danger, managing mental illness, to the joys of family, you will find pure beauty in her story. Elisemarie’s vulnerability and poetry to writing makes this memoir the raw and real truth. I highly recommend this book to anyone reflecting on their life or even not knowing what to do next. This woman has done it all and you need to hear her!

Running Into Me is truly one of the most unforgettable books I have yet had the pleasure to read. Elisemarie takes us along on her journey of ups and downs and through everything in between with grace, humor and absolute honesty. To my delight, the book lacks the soapy, syrupy quality that sometimes describes personal memoirs. Yet, some of her chapters brought tears to my eyes as she described her struggles and triumphs, always buoyed by her limitless faith in her Creator. You will feel you personally know many of the persons she so generously shares with her readers; it’s hard to believe this is really her first book and I hope she will write more.

For anyone facing turmoil, struggle, challenges or just the need to share another’s journey of pain and promise, this book should be a part of your library. You will laugh and cry and smile and gasp and want to binge-read it to the end; elisemarie’s story will stay with you long after the last page, reminding you that all things are possible with God