The Girl on the Belvedere

Cheryl Forrest grew up afraid to put a foot wrong. Having parents who loved her but were completely miserable, she thought she had found herself in a ballet career, marriage, and kids. But when she became an empty nester, the Oklahoman struggled with discontent and a dread of taking risks—until she took a leap of faith into a full-immersion French course in Quebec.

Pursuing her passion for the Romance language despite panicked moments of feeling foolish, she was thankful to make new friends while exploring the city and reclaiming her joy. And after she returned home happier and more fulfilled, an opportunity to go to the South of France had her embracing the start of another adventure.

In this poignant and inspiring story, Cheryl Y Forrest shares her desperate search for meaning and her rousing journey of self-discovery. For those who face uncertainty or fear while navigating midlife changes, this riveting escape from self-imposed limits serves as a beacon of hope.

The Girl on the Belvedere is a candid account of breaking free from anxiety and rekindling one's inner fire. If you like real-life struggles, inspirational personal enlightenment, and tales that show it's never too late, then you'll adore Cheryl Y Forrest's celebratory memoir.

Buy The Girl on the Belvedere to throw caution to the wind today!