Jessica Reed

This memoir takes readers on a gritty, authentic journey through life and love in the rugged Alaska wilderness. The author recounts her journey into motherhood and how her outdoor adventures inspired self-discovery. With humor and occasional adrenaline spikes, readers can experience the wild Alaskan terrain and the peace that comes with contemplating nature.

A former convict finds herself working as a nanny for her childhood friend and quickly becomes entangled in a complicated love triangle with her friend's husband. After fleeing to Paris with the couple's baby, Marie discovers foreign culture, lawless living, and the highs and lows of motherhood as she navigates what it truly means to be "bad".