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Today is publication day for THE FIVE. Writing this book has given me a sense of purpose like no other. Today the names and stories of Polly Nichols, Annie Chapman, Elizabeth Stride, Kate Eddowes and Mary Jane Kelly have a chance to be heard more than the name Jack the Ripper.
If we tell their stories and allow ourselves to know these women as the individuals they were; the sisters, wives, mothers, daughters, servants, ballad sellers, coffee house keepers and sex workers, we can never again look upon them as anonymous victims.
They were real, their lives were real, their killer was real - not a mythical invention, but a man (or woman). When we hear their stories, we can't unhear them. They have forcefully inserted themselves into the narrative of 'Jack the Ripper', never to be removed.
Also, to anyone out there writing a book - KEEP GOING! Don't lose faith. You may feel lost, frustrated, or exhausted - that's part of the process. One day you will reach the end of your journey and have something to show for it.
And thank you to all of my friends, the real ones and the virtual ones who have helped me along this path - even by sending me the smallest message of kindness. It's been grueling and your support during the writing process was invaluable. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.
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