Reaching for Sunrise
A Widow's Memoir
by Lokita Carter
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Pub Date Apr 30 2024 | Archive Date Aug 17 2024
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Description
Beyond the High-Profile Murder of Steve Carter
Unforgettable Odyssey of Love, Loss, and Resilience
When cancer threatened to claim her life, Lokita's fierce battle against the disease was only the beginning of her harrowing journey. As she fought to survive, her world shattered in a shocking act of violence that took the life of her beloved husband and renowned Tantra instructor, Steve Carter.
Set against the backdrop of serene, affluent Marin County in Northern California, Lokita's life took an unexpected turn. On a tranquil early evening, Steve walked their dog, Coco, on a popular hiking trail. The peaceful community was rocked when Steve was brutally murdered, shot dead by three young homeless drifters, sending shockwaves far beyond their idyllic enclave and into the global media.
Reaching for Sunrise is Lokita's powerful and poignant memoir, revealing the depths of her loss, her relentless pursuit of justice in the courtroom, and her simultaneous battle with aggressive breast cancer. With a quiet cadence, Lokita shares her extraordinary journey, interspersed with unexpected moments of humor and grace that illuminate her narrative.
Readers will be swept away by Lokita's transformation of trauma into unwavering courage, allowing her to rise above the tragedy and rebuild her life. Reaching for Sunrise offers a delicate balance of hope and resilience, inviting those who have experienced loss, grappled with illness, confronted violent crime, or simply seek inspiration to embark on a heartfelt journey through the threads of love and courage that connect us all.
Advance Praise
This story is one of resilience — a how-to for not just withstanding the worst but emerging from the flames of hell with the ability to still hold love in your heart.
— Vivian Ho, Journalist, Author of Those Who Wander: America's Lost Street Kids
In “Reaching for Sunrise,” Lokita shares her personal journey with unwavering candor and authenticity. Through her story of loss, grief, and resilience, Lokita has deeply touched my heart; her memoir is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the possibility of finding hope even in the face of great tragedy. An inspiration to read and behold.
— Martin Adams, Author of Land: A New Paradigm for a Thriving World
There are not many life stories that touch the heart as profoundly as this one.
— Dr C.J. Ladwig, Ophthalmologist
Available Editions
| ISBN | 9780975551189 |
| PRICE | $4.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 250 |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Mave S, Reviewer
"Reaching for Sunrise" is a poignant memoir detailing Lokita's battle with cancer and the tragic murder of her husband, Steve. Set in Marin County, California, Lokita's story is one of resilience and courage in the face of unimaginable loss. The memoir offers a delicate balance of hope and resilience, making it a compelling read for anyone seeking inspiration. #ReachingforSunrise#LokitaCarter#NetGalley
Tammy E, Reviewer
“The search is on for a killer in Marin County who gunned down 67-year-old Steven Carter on a popular hiking trail. Carter was out walking his dog when he was shot multiple times. Our ABC news reporter is live in Fairfax, California, with the details…..”
“Sadly, the victim was actually still holding on to the leash of his brown Doberman Pinscher, who had also been shot…”
Reaching for Sunrise is one of the most thought provoking memoirs I have ever read!
Powerful, passionate, consuming, honest, raw…
Lokita Carter speaks to the reader from the bottom of her heart… she takes you on a journey of all her emotions from meeting Steve, life with Steve, her diagnosis of a rare and aggressive form of breast cancer and undergoing intensive chemotherapy, and the death of Steve.
She writes with real feeling, unforgiving. She allows herself to feel everything life has given her, from opportunities to life altering events.
If you are a fan of memoirs, then you can’t go past this one!
Kathleen R, Reviewer
Reaching For Sunrise by Lokita Carter is a heartbreaking story of Lokita’s life after losing her husband to murder. Lokita’s story is raw and draws you into her life as she refuses to be portrayed as a victim. Lokita journey from the devastating tragedy of her husband, recovering from cancer, and how Lokita gets through her darkest moments. A beautifully written book which is an incredible story of love, and loss. Lokita’s honesty inspiration, resilience, and courage shine through as she shares everything she goes through in this Memoir. Thank you for sharing your story, Lokita. Thanks to NetGalley and to the publishers of this book for giving me a free advance copy of the book to preview and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Bonnie K, Reviewer
This is one of the most moving, personal stories I have read in a long time. Her writing is so flowing and we ll done. I did not want to put it down and read it in one day, but it has stayed with me. Her life and experiences went up and down, going through cancer and the murder of her wonderful husband. Myself, I don't know that I would be as able to deal with it as she has been able to but she push right through it. She showed how tough the human spirit can be. Her book also showed humor and joy. It is so hearfelt. Read it. I can't say it enough.
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