From Trauma to Triumph: Carolyn Kristos French Releases Explosion of Hope, a Poetic Journey of Survival and Faith

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – After surviving 25 harrowing years in a marriage to a man who was not only abusive but also a paedophile—someone who professed to be a Christian—Carolyn Kristos French has turned her pain into purpose.

In her powerful debut book, Explosion of Hope: Poetry & Prose for the Soul, Carolyn offers readers more than just words on a page—she delivers a message of restoration, resilience, and, most of all, hope.

Explosion of Hope is a deeply personal collection born from Carolyn’s own journey through trauma, faith, and healing. Written during a time of intense emotional and spiritual recovery, her work weaves raw honesty with divine encouragement. The pages echo with joy, longing, lament, and redemption—a reflection of the heart of a woman seeking peace amid life-shattering circumstances.

“This book is for anyone who feels like hope has run dry,” Carolyn shares. “Whether your wounds are fresh or buried deep, I want people to know they are not alone—and that God is able to restore and raise them up from even the lowest point.”

Carolyn’s story doesn’t end with tragedy. After the death of her first husband, she married a godly man who loved her with deep, unconditional love—a love that reflected the heart of God. This beautiful chapter was short-lived, however, as her second husband later passed away from cancer. Yet even in grief and further familial intimidation, Carolyn clung to the God who never left her side.

“His love showed me what a Christian husband was truly meant to be,” she says. “It gave me the courage to keep speaking, writing, and sharing about the kind of hope that transcends circumstances.”

Explosion of Hope is more than poetry—it’s a lifeline. Though written from a woman’s perspective, its message is universal. “Hope isn’t gendered,” Carolyn says. “Men need it. Women need it. When life gives us lemons, God can still make something beautiful.”

This is not a story of victimhood—it’s a testimony of victory.

Connect with Carolyn Kristos French and purchase Explosion of Hope: Poetry & Prose for the Soul through her Facebook page: facebook.com/hopeinkristos

Explosion of Hope, published by Ark House, is available globally on Amazon.com, Amazon.com.au and from a range of booksellers in both paperback and eBook formats.