I’m beyond excited to reveal the official cover for THE FORSAKEN, the story of Rhonda and Donnie Wicht.
This project has been an incredibly emotional journey—one filled with challenges, growth, and so many lessons learned along the way. Never could I have imagined that what first inspired me to start this blog would eventually lead to the creation of a book. What began as my personal search for truth has transformed into an effort to shine a light on Rhonda and Donnie’s heartbreaking story and share it with all of you who care to learn the rest of what happened to them.
I’m so grateful to be working with my amazing author, Alicia Doyle, and with Jose Ramirez of Pedernales Publishing, LLC. Jose truly worked his magic on this cover—when I first saw it, it honestly brought tears to my eyes.
You may notice the design feels somewhat familiar, and that’s intentional. We wanted it to echo the style of Alicia’s book, THE OATH (see Big News) , because the two stories share an eerie connection. While both took place in the once small town of Simi Valley, California, the ties between them run far deeper than just geography. If you’re a fan of true crime, or simply curious about Rhonda and Donnie’s story, I think you’ll be both surprised and intrigued by the connection.
What excites me most about this book is how it allows you, the reader, to truly get to know both Rhonda and Donnie. I shared so many pieces with Alicia—things I never really thought much about—but she immediately recognized the value in every single detail. She took the writings and reports I had almost taken for granted and breathed new life into them.
Alicia also gave voice to so many things I had always wanted to express on my blog but could never quite find the words for. Through her work, I was able to remember my sister and nephew in a way I hadn’t allowed myself to in so many years. The experience turned out to be far more emotional than I ever anticipated.
We’re now several steps closer to finishing the book, and I can’t wait to share more news with you when publication day arrives.
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THE FORSAKEN: Justin for Rhonda and Donnie
Justice for Rhonda and Donnie 