After spending as many years in prison as she had out of it, on january 10, 2009, outgoing missouri governor matt blunt commuted staceys life sentence. About redemption this reallife tale, as dramatic as any movie, of stacey lannert and her struggle to survive violent sexual assault and the devastating aftermath raises intense issues of crime, culpability and the nature of violence and families. Stacey lannert was sexually abused by her father, tom, from when she was a young girl. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars by stacey lannert, kristen kemp isbn. She regrets what she did, but she didnt let it destroy her. Jun 01, 2018 in 2011, lannert published redemption, a book about the crime. Redemption is about how stacey lannert learned to be free while living behind bars. After years in prison, stacey lannert explains why the man who.
Stacey comes across as a very sincere and you find out a lot about how things go on in our prison system. If we dont name it, people can make it mean what they want it to mean. This book is an eyeopening account of sexual abuse and how it ruins so many lives. Greitens pardons 5, commutes sentences of 4 more law and. Stacey lannert speaks to students at north platte community college on tuesday evening about the abuse that led her to killing her father in 1990. Kristen kemp as her parents marriage crumbles, stacey finds comfort in her loving father, tom. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars. This reallife tale, as dramatic as any movie, of stacey lannert and her struggle to. Stacey lannert is a speaker, an author, and the founder of the nonprofit organization healing sisters, for people who have suffered sexual abuse. Oct 26, 2011 stacey lannerts story is a remarkable one.
Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. From abuse victim to killer to public defender stacey lannert. She used a quote that a friend wrote for her to get her through her time in prison, and it applies to all aspects of life as well. This reallife tale, as dramatic as any movie, of stacey lannert and her struggle to survive violent sexual assault and the devastating aftermath raises intense issues of crime. Redemption ebook by stacey lannert 9780307592156 rakuten. Our lives were parallel except thatby the grace of god and twelve jurors who saw through the prosecutors weak casei was found not guilty of murder. This reallife tale, as dramatic as any movie, of stacey lannert and her struggle to survive violent sexual assault and the devastating aftermath raises intense issues of crime, culpability and the. Kristen kemp recounts the events that led the author to kill her sexually abusive father in selfdefense and the 2009 triumph that enabled her release from prison, describing her ongoing work as the founder of a. On february 10th and 11th, top dogs from around the world will compete for best in show at the 144th westminster kennel club dog show, presented by purina pro plan. Healing sisters is a resource for victims of sexual abuse to come together, share their stories and heal their wounds.
In 2011, lannert published redemption, a book about the crime. Six days later she walked out of the gates a free woman. She also trains service dogs for the handicapped and teaches aerobics. Read redemption a story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars by stacey lannert available from rakuten kobo. She is the coauthor of the book redemption, about her journey of selfdiscovery and forgiveness. Missouri state law, a disbelieving prosecutor, and stacey s own fragile psyche conspired against her.
Stacey ann lannert born may 28, 1972 is an american woman convicted of the murder of her father, tom lannert, when she was 18 years old. Stacey ann lannert born may 28, 1972 is an american woman convicted of the murder of her. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars ebook written by stacey lannert. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars by lannert, stacey isbn. She testified that he had sexually abused her since she was eight years old. Redemption is stacey s candid memoir of her harrowing childhood and the pain and protective love of her sister that led her to that horrifying night. Redemption this reallife tale, as dramatic as any movie, of stacey lannert and her struggle to survive violent sexual assault and the devastating aftermath raises intense issues of crime, culpability and the nature of violence and families. As part of a series of events coordinated by astates student activities board, the organization hosted stacey lannert as a guest speaker on feb. July 4, 1990, after being raped by her drunken father regularly for 10 years and threatened with death if she told, stacey lannert heard him molest the little sister shed spent her young life protecting.
Mar 10, 2011 stacey is a living example of someone who has truly walked from darkness to light and we honor her for sharing her story and for her amazing courage. Create an account, write a blog, join the forums and begin to heal today. Dec 08, 2011 on july 5th, 1990, stacey lannert shot and killed her father who had been abusing her sexually since she was 7. In 1992 she was convicted of murder in the first degree and sentenced to life in prison. Download an excerpt of stacey lannerts memoir redemption, and youll see why. Mar 20, 2012 buy the paperback book redemption by stacey lannert at indigo. Redemption palm beach county library system overdrive. As i was flying from dc i saw my book in a store for the first time.
The stacey lannert story, detailing her personal story of abuse that culminated in the shooting death of her father, for which she spent 18 years in prison. From abuse victim to killer to public defender stacey. Stacey lannert shot him when their coconspirator failed to find a hit man, prosecutors said at the time. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars by stacey lannert at indigo. It is a comingofage story set in a parallel universe of a maximum. Happily, harmony books won the right to publish redemption.
Missouri state law, a disbelieving prosecutor, and staceys own fragile psyche conspired against her. She was found guilty of firstdegree murder and sentenced to life without parole. From abuse victim to killer to public defender stacey lannert emily thompson. While a good bit of the book is very difficult to read due to its vey nature and content, it is definitely worth the emotional rollercoaster to discover her strength and her character. Stacey lannert, with kristen kemp, wrote redemption, published by crown. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars mar 8, 2011.
Louis, where she trains dogs, teaches, and has founded. Staceys low points during her prison stay inspired me the most. Healing sisters a resource for victims of sexual abuse. A story of sisterhood, survival and finding freedom behind bars. On july 4, 1990, eighteenyearold stacey lannert shot and killed her father, who had been sexually abusing her since she was eight. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars kindle edition by stacey lannert, kristen kemp. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read redemption. A very emotional book stacey should be recommended to to every person. Stacey has endured so much in her life, and now, out of prison for killing her abusive father, has dedicated her life to helping other victims. I admire stacey lannert s will to survive and be a survivor of the horrific things she went through in her life. The next step in the process is to meet the author. Lannert discussed her book on the diane rehm show today and, according to kemps blog, will be on piers morgans cnn. Redemption by stacey lannert overdrive rakuten overdrive.
Well take your calls in just a little bit, but first, id like to understand how and when the sexual abuse began for you. Thats why its so important to find the real words, lannert says, discussing her book from her home. Redemption is staceys candid memoir of her harrowing childhood and the pain and. Redemption north texas libraries on the go overdrive. A story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind bars by stacey lannert, kristen kemp and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Buy the paperback book redemption by stacey lannert at indigo. Redemption is staceys candid memoir of her harrowing childhood and the pain and protective love of her sister that led her to that horrifying night. Redemption by stacey lannert and kristen kemp readers guide.
Redemption e download by stacey lannert absolutely 10 starsi cannot imagine what this poor child had to deal with and i find it so amazing that she came through it like she did thanks to god and her strong spirit i have to say i couldn t read it without putting it down for awhile i know what she did was wrong my head says so but my heart says it is okay i think one of the most. After spending as many years in prison as she had out of it, on january 10, 2009, outgoing missouri governor matt blunt commuted stacey s life sentence. On july 4, 1990, eighteenyearold stacey lannert shot and killed her father, who had. On july 5th, 1990, stacey lannert shot and killed her father who had been abusing her sexually since she was 7.
Our meeting came just days after outgoing missouri governor matt blunt commuted staceys life sentence. She has written several books and is the editor of the healing sisters blog. Rehm stacey lannert, her new book is titled, redemption. Sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole, she served 18 years. In 2011, she published a memoir about her experiences, redemption. Growing up, stacey lannert seemed to have the perfect family. Stacey lannert, was convicted of murdering her father, received a full pardon from gov. Stacey s story will help many people work through their own suffering and come out the other side stronger and more hopeful. Stacey says she was especially close with her father when she was young. A discussion of stacey lannerts memoir redemption rif. Which parts of the book were most inspiring for you.
Society has failed stacey lannert so many times over the course of her life. This reallife tale, as dramatic as any movie, of stacey lannert and her. Louis woman who killed father publishes redemption. Hi stacey, i read your powerful book, redemption, and am amazed by your strength. This reallife tale, as dramatic as any movie, of stacey lannert and her struggle to survive violent sexual assault and. Read redemption a story of sisterhood, survival, and finding freedom behind. Its a devastating and important subject, beautifully told. At age 36, she was given a shot at redemption when the outgoing governor of missouri commuted her sentence. Apr 04, 2017 redemption by stacey lannert, saint louis, mo. Her father, tom, was a financial consultant, and deb, his wife, was a stayathome mom. Redemption ebook by stacey lannert 9780307592156 rakuten kobo. On january 10, 2009, she was commuted and released. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading redemption.
473 37 534 1523 796 728 150 615 1565 1510 855 939 1495 1394 167 114 970 1164 933 1337 1410 1447 1258 1008 1447 296 1269 1322 438 901 726 70 634 455 97 530