The Other Side

Lacy M. Johnson wrote a sorrowful book titled “The Other Side.” Johnson describes her terrifying ordeal of being imprisoned by her ex-boyfriend in a sealed-off chamber in this fascinating story. The chamber was set up with the express intent of killing and raping her. She survived the trauma, but not before sustaining injuries.

The book explores her first love, which turned violent, her subsequent abduction and incarceration, her spectacular escape, and her arduous journey to recovery. Incorporating police reports, psychological assessments, and neurobiological investigations into a deeply personal narrative, Johnson raises significant issues regarding gender norms and the epidemic of violence against women.