The Spark That Survived

<p><strong>Myra says This is a book about how to overcome life's worst tragedies and your own dumb-ass decisions.</strong></p><p></p><p>It was the scandal that rocked the world of music and destroyed a career. In 1958 rock-and-roll sensation Jerry Lee Lewis stepped off a plane in London to be greeted by a frenzy of fans. His entourage followed including a teenaged girl. When a reporter asked how she knew the performer she innocently gave an honest answer. I'm his wife.</p><p></p><p>Within hours headlines erupted with the shocking news that Jerry Lee had secretly married his thirteen-year-old cousin Myra. The scandal reverberated across the globe. His tour was canceled. They went home to be shunned in America as well.</p><p></p><p>For a decade Jerry Lee fought to revive his career while Myra grappled with the guilt of his downfall. When she discovered that he led a tumultuous double life their marriage crumbled. </p><p></p><p>This is Myra's story in her own voice - authentic witty and steeped in Southern charm. She opens up about her descent into darkness and her courageous journey to rebuild her life. </p><p></p><p>Myra's memoir is a testament to resilience inspiring women to recognize their inner strength. She believes that if she can rise from her misfortunes so can others. </p><p></p><p><strong>Walk alongside Myra as she rebuilds her life - and discover the strength within your own story.</strong></p><p></p><p><em>Myra is co-author of </em>Great Balls of Fire<em> which was made into an MGM movie starring Dennis Quaid and Winona Ryder in 1989. </em></p>