When Bernie, an English teacher in her thirties, is diagnosed with bipolar disorder, it completely upends her world and attaches a stigma. A strong but insecure woman who has a passion for horses, she does her best to deal with the illness, relying on her husband, Tony, for support. Even so, life events spiral out of control, and living with the disorder puts her in denial and a drug-induced haze as she deals with the consequences of medication. An honest treatment of a serious mental disorder that impacts countless families not only in America but worldwide. a book like this one helps understand the reality of the situation and provides HOPE that is so important to all of us who are affected. John P. Hayes, PhD What a truly brilliant and insightful book. It offers a compassionate, honest look at bipolar disorder and the havoc it can wreak in ones life, as well as possible solutions and options. It is heart-wrenching and hopeful at the same time with characters that are masterfully crafted, created, and nurtured thereby ensuring they are endeared to a readers heart always. The ups and downs Bernie goes through are identifiable even to those without bipolar disorder and she is an absolutely fabulous character. A. J. Attard, author of Finding Lexie