Toaster90 February 12, 2026 ...The easy prose leads to a quick consumption of pages and when you’re not reading it, I couldn’t wait to return to the time and place where the author takes you. DeKnock’s experiences create truths and perspectives that relay cautionary tales of independence, self reliance, determination and a reminder to be the captain of your own adventure. 

Helen February 13, 2026 Hats off to this talented new writer Jackie Deknock. Her memoir kept me hooked from cover to cover. This book is well written with lots of laughter, sadness, joy, grit and resolve. A multitude of emotions ran through me. I enjoyed this woman's trip through the Fairy Tale! Jackie Deknock is a smart, fearless , resilient women and an inspiration to all women. I look forward to the next chapters.

Judi E February 14, 2026 The author’s engaging writing style transported me from page one. Whether it’s her journey before she was even born, to packing her bags to fly solo to Paris where she ends up working for one of the world’s most iconic women of film, Jackie shows us what can happen when you live in faith over fear. You will laugh, cry and admire how she shows us the value of forging straight into those liminal spaces in our lives where growth happens...

Joanna February 11, 2026 This is not a fairy tale, it’s a memoir for anyone who’s ever believed in the Prince, the castle and the happily-ever-after (and then had to figure out real life). Through lots of humour, honesty, and life lessons, Jackie shares the fairy tale stories we learnt growing up—and how letting them go is the first step towards strength and resilience. Because, as Jackie says, life is not a fairy tale, but pick yourself up, dust off—and that’s where the real story begins.