ABOUT THE AUTHOR
About Cindy Kukich
Cindy Kukich is a survivor, a storyteller, and a voice for the silenced. Through her powerful memoir, The Lost Child: From Darkness to Dawn, she shares her deeply personal journey of surviving a childhood marked by abuse, abandonment, and betrayal. For years, Cindy carried the weight of silence—unsure if her voice mattered, or if the truth she held inside would ever find light. Writing this book became both her most painful and most healing act.
Today, Cindy stands as a testament to resilience and the unbreakable human spirit. She is a nurse, a mother, a grandmother, and a woman who has turned her trauma into purpose. Her story is not just about pain—it’s about rising from it. It’s about daring to speak, to heal, and to be seen after a lifetime in the shadows.
Her greatest inspirations include her late grandfather, Tony Nigro, whose memory gave her the strength to write, and her husband, Jeff Kukich, whose unwavering belief in her lit the path forward when she doubted herself most.
Cindy’s mission is to help others feel less alone in their pain, and to remind every survivor that even in the darkest moments, there is a path toward healing. Her voice may once have been silenced—but now, it speaks for many.
Silent Years, Hidden Truth
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For Survivors Who See Themselves Here
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Unquiet Voice
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Living Amongest Criminals
I’ve experienced firsthand the life of crime and its harsh realities. Through my writing, I aim to shed light on suhe struggles and complexities of living amongst criminals.
ABOUT THE BOOK
KEY POINTS OF THIS BOOK
- A raw and courageous account of one woman’s survival through childhood abuse and betrayal
- Honest storytelling that explores trauma, abandonment, and the lasting impact of being silenced
- A relatable narrative for survivors of abuse, neglect, and unresolved family trauma
- Encouragement for those carrying invisible scars while trying to build a better life
- Real reflections on living with PTSD while raising a family and holding a career
- A powerful reminder that speaking your truth is the first step toward healing