Elizabeth Smart shares her harrowing experience of being kidnapped at the age of fourteen in her memoir, co-written with Chris Stewart. The narrative details how she was abducted from her home in Salt Lake City in 2002 and held captive for nine months. During this time, she endured physical and emotional abuse, constantly living in fear while her family and the public tirelessly searched for her. The memoir reflects on the resilience and strength Smart developed throughout her ordeal. She recounts moments of despair as well as glimmers of hope, highlighting the deep love and determination of her family to find her. Smart's story is not just one of survival but also of reclaiming her voice and sharing her journey as a way to help others who have faced similar trauma. Elizabeth Smart has become an advocate for victims of abuse and aims to raise awareness about child abduction and the importance of recovery and healing. Through her work, she inspires others and offers a message of hope, emphasizing that there is life after trauma and that support systems are crucial for recovery. Author Elizabeth Smart was kidnapped at 14 and held captive for nine months, sharing her experience in a memoir. Co-written with Chris Stewart, the narrative emphasizes her resilience and journey towards healing and advocacy. Smart’s work focuses on raising awareness for child abduction and empowering survivors to reclaim their lives.