THE WILTED BLACK ROSE

A Story of Survival, Redemption, and Breaking Free

Some stories don’t just ask to be told—they demand to be felt.

In The Wilted Black Rose, the weight of generational trauma collides with the unyielding strength of the human spirit. Frank Rahmaan pulls back the curtain on a life shaped by pain, yet fueled by the relentless pursuit of healing. Raw, gripping, and deeply personal, this memoir lays bare the scars of the past while forging a path toward transformation.

Set against the backdrop of Oakland, California, this book explores the complexities of family, the wounds that refuse to fade, and the courage it takes to rise above them. But more than a story of struggle, The Wilted Black Rose is a testament to breaking cycles, reclaiming identity, and embracing the light that exists beyond the darkness.

This isn’t just a book—it’s a lifeline for anyone searching for healing, for understanding, for the strength to keep going.

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About The Author

Frank Rahmaan: A Voice of Resilience and Redemption

Turning Pain into Power, One Story at a Time

Frank Rahmaan is not just an author—he’s a survivor.

Born and raised in Oakland, California, Frank’s life has been a battlefield of generational trauma, loss, and self-discovery. But instead of letting the past define him, he chose to rewrite his story. Through unflinching honesty and powerful storytelling, he reveals what it means to confront pain, break free from the past, and emerge stronger.

His words don’t just tell a story—they ignite a movement. The Wilted Black Rose is his mission: to help others find the courage to heal, reclaim their voices, and step into a future filled with strength, resilience, and hope.

Inside the Pages of The Wilted Black Rose

A Journey Through Pain, Perseverance, and Transformation

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Unraveling the Past

The past has a way of whispering through generations, carrying secrets and scars that refuse to fade. In this deeply personal memoir, Frank Rahmaan unearths the burdens of generational trauma, confronting suppressed truths with fearless honesty.

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Breaking the Cycle

Family history shapes us, but it doesn’t have to define us. The Wilted Black Rose offers an unfiltered look at how past wounds influence identity—and how, with courage and self-awareness, we can choose to break free.

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From Darkness to Light

At its core, The Wilted Black Rose is a story of redemption and the unbreakable will to heal. It is proof that even the most shattered souls can find meaning, that even in the darkest moments, resilience can bloom.

Step Into the Story of The Wilted Black Rose

Embrace the Power of Healing, Strength, and Redemption
This is more than a memoir—it’s an emotional wake-up call. A testimony to breaking cycles. A beacon of hope for anyone seeking healing.

If you’ve ever felt lost in the echoes of the past, this self-help book for trauma recovery is for you.

About the Book

Bidding Farewell to the Past, Redefining the Future

What does it take to heal from wounds that aren’t just your own, but generations deep?

In The Wilted Black Rose, Frank Rahmaan unravels the tension between inherited trauma and self-liberation, telling the story of a young man who refuses to be shackled by his past. Through raw and unfiltered storytelling, he shows us that healing isn’t just about surviving—it’s about reclaiming your life.

This book is a mirror for those who have suffered, a roadmap for those seeking redemption, and a testament to the power of rewriting your own story.

Pages

385+

Language

English

Publication date

February 5, 2025

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Discover the Joy Through Our Readers

The Wilted Black Rose is a gripping and emotional narrative highlighting resilience. Raw honesty pervades the pages and is impossible to put down. This book is more than a story and becomes an experience that lingers in the mind long after the last word is read.
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Emily Johnson
A Profound and Unforgettable Journey
Frank Rahmaan shares his innermost thoughts of a personal battlefield etched in beauty and pain. His book is the best personal growth book for breaking trauma recovery and will resonate with every reader. It is an absolute must for anyone searching for the story of persistence, healing, and the courage to face the past.
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Michael Davis
A Story That Will Move You
This book gives a breathtaking validation of the power of coming through. Frank Rahmaan does not hold back vivid accounts that are raw and moving. Rahmaan's gift of turning pain into purpose makes The Wilted Black Rose an extraordinary read. It is more than the reflection of a life; it is a message of hope for others who may be healing like him.
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Sarah Thompson
Strength and Healing- A Masterpiece
Another worthy in search of light is The Wilted Black Rose. Few become more beautiful than the story of human struggle and redemption that it tells. The writing is strong, the emotion is real, the lessons are life-changing. A must-read for anyone searching for meaning on their own journey.
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David Clark
An Everlasting Tale
From page one, Frank Rahmaan invites you into his universe and into his every success and heartbreak. His journey from generational trauma onward to self-discovery is illuminating and rather encouraging. The Wilted Black Rose will make you, break you, and leave you forever changed.
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Olivia Martinez
Frank Rahmaan Revises Resilience

Frequently Asked Questions

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The Wilted Black Rose is a gripping memoir that addresses themes related to intergenerational trauma, resilience, and self-discovery. It encompasses the journey of wresting out painful truths, breaking cycles of the past, and finding avenues to healing. With the rawness of the story, the book demonstrates the emotional struggle that maintains the fight to regain one’s identity.

The Wilted Black Rose will gently take any heart touched by adversity, family history, or healing on a ride. It will help those who are either burdened by their past selves or trying to make sense of generational trauma. Suspenseful, reflective, and nothing but healing and hope.

This dynamic memoir educates and inspires. The Wilted Black Rose offers an unbridled view into the nature of trauma and the power required to survive its wounds. Throughout Rahmaan’s deeply personal journey, other readers gain perspectives, encouragement, and the impetus to reclaim their own lives for their own purposes.

Frank Rahmaan is a leading author for emotional resilience who used his own lifetime experiences as material for what he considers a very deep, gut-wrenching memoir. His own works towards overcoming multi-generational trauma and self-discovery led him to share his story in hopes that his audience might be similarly encouraged to find their way toward healing, personal growth, and emotional freedom.

Unlike most memoirs, The Wilted Black Rose mixes raw storytelling with deep contemplations to produce a read that is at once gut-wrenching and yet uplifting. Deconstructing hardships into lessons of resilience and hope, self-empowerment, and leaving readers with a breadth of connection to it themselves- inspiration to heal.

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Explore Confronting the Past and Rewriting the Future

Torn Between Yesterday and Tomorrow

These chapters are truly a powerful The Wilted Black Rose. The past is no longer a shadow, it has become a compelling force. Peel the protagonist from layers of family secrets, old memories turn painful, and in pain, he must reckon with and learn the inheritance of generational trauma that he will have to endure with each revelation that tests him.

But this is where the still and quiet truth lies: self-discovery is hard to escape from the past, but rather an understanding of it. Through pain and perseverance, he begins to learn that his story is still being written, and for the first time, he holds the pen in it.

Own the Story, Embrace the Journey

A Testament to Strength, Survival, and Healing

Pick up The Wilted Black Rose and experience it rather than just read it. A powerful memoir that explores the intricacies of family, the burden of ancestral trauma, and the indomitable spirit of those who attempt to heal. Order your copy today and step into a story that is meant to provoke, inspire, and linger in your mind long after the final word has been read.

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