Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
What if the hardest chapters of your life became the foundation of your greatest purpose?At just three years old, Joseph McKinley Stephens was separated from his family and thrust into the foster care system. As one of seven siblings, he endured years of instability, abuse, poverty, and uncertainty while searching for something every child deserves-a place to belong.Yet this is not a story about victimhood.It is a story about resilience.In Five of Seven, Joseph shares the unforgettable journey that transformed a frightened foster child into a military serviceman, healthcare professional, entrepreneur, father, mentor, and advocate for hope. Along the way, he reveals how unexpected mentors, music, faith, friendship, and unwavering determination helped him overcome circumstances that could have defined the rest of his life.With raw honesty and remarkable compassion, Joseph explores:• Growing up in multiple foster homes and surviving childhood trauma• Finding strength through discipline, music, sports, and purpose• Overcoming labels, educational setbacks, and self-doubt• Breaking generational cycles through forgiveness and perseverance• Building a life defined not by the past, but by purpose, service, and hopeMore than a memoir, Five of Seven is a testament to the extraordinary resilience of the human spirit. Whether you’ve experienced foster care, childhood adversity, family dysfunction, or simply need hope that your past does not determine your future, Joseph’s story will inspire you to keep moving forward.Your story isn’t finished. Your scars don’t define you. Sometimes the greatest strength is forged in the fiercest storms.If you enjoy inspiring true stories of perseverance, healing, personal growth, and overcoming adversity, Five of Seven is a book you’ll remember long after you turn the final page.
