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Saving Five: A Memoir of Hope

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An Instant New York Times Bestseller and a New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice. Natalie Portman’s Book Club Pick for March. "Amanda’s story―innovatively told by versions of herself at different ages―underscores the lasting power of speaking your truth, building a movement, and never losing sight of your dreams.” ―Melinda French Gates "In Saving Five, Amanda Nguyen shows us how to reclaim the full spectrum of our lives, replete with pain, fury, creativity, and recovered dreams.” ―Chanel Miller, author of Know My Name A brave and imaginative memoir by the Nobel Peace Prize nominee Amanda Nguyen, detailing her healing journey and groundbreaking activism in the aftermath of her rape at Harvard. In 2013, the trajectory of Amanda Nguyen’s life was changed forever when she was raped at Harvard. Determined to not let her assault derail her goal of joining NASA after graduation, Nguyen opted for her rape kit to be filed under “Jane Doe.” But she was shocked to learn her choice to stay anonymous gave her only six months to take action before the state destroyed her kit, rendering any future legal action impossible. Nguyen knew then that she had two options: surrender to a law that effectively denied her justice, or fight for a change―not only for herself but for survivors everywhere. A heart-wrenching memoir of survival and hope, Saving Five boldly braids the story of Nguyen’s activism―which resulted in Congress’s unanimous passage of the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Rights Act in 2016―with a second, beautifully imagined adventure, of Nguyen's younger selves as they―at ages five, fifteen, twenty-two, and thirty―navigate through dramatic incarnations of the emotional stages of her path toward healing, not only from her rape but from the violent turmoil of her childhood. The result is a groundbreaking work that seamlessly blends memoir with a moving journey toward acceptance and hope, forging a path ahead that is as inspiring as it is instructive. From one of the most influential activists (and now astronauts) of her time, Saving Five is at once a tribute to resilience, a celebration of healing through action, and a resounding cry to change the world. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ AUWA (March 4, 2025)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 224 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0374615918


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 18


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.4 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.7 x 0.8 x 8.55 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #2,150 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #1 in Sociology Books on Abuse #20 in Women's Biographies #81 in Memoirs (Books)


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Saving five is a must read
There aren’t enough stars in the world for this book. I had the pleasure of meeting Amanda not once, but twice through Alpha Phi. She briefly told us parts of her story but now hearing her full account makes me admire her that much more. I will forever be thankful for this book, her activism, and the voice she gave to survivors. Reading this during SAAM is not lost on me. I will forever be saving five. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2025 by Christina Hayes

  • Do your soul a favor and turn the page.
This book was incredibly well written. I don't recall where I first learned of Amanda's story, but I couldn't stop thinking about it. I pre-ordered this book and once I received it, I finished it in less than 24 hrs. It took me half the book before I realized what the title truly meant. There were many moments that took my breath away. Amanda educates and inspires. This book is an important read for all genders 15 yrs and up. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2025 by Robin Ann D’Ambrosio

  • Moving Memoir
“When fairness fails us, we still have the agency to create our own justice. The change we bring is the consolation prize for our grief.” In 2013, on the verge of graduating from Harvard, Amanda Nguyen has a promising career to look forward to when she is raped after a fraternity party. She steps out of Brigham and Women’s Hospital with 4 prescriptions, a new pair of underwear, 65 documents including a bill for $4864, and is given a cab voucher to take her back to her dorm, the scene of the crime. To preserve her anonymity and her future employment, Amanda chooses to file her rape kit as “Jane Doe” but little does she know how this will erase her identity, and in the process, her humanity. This is just the first step in a very long battle toward healing through activism, for herself and for a country full of sexual assault victims. The narrative uses distinct characters labeled with numbers 5, 15, 22 and 30 to form an amalgamation of Amanda - her past, present and future, and shines the light on an abusive childhood at the hands of her Vietnamese born parents. The mind numbing red tape and illogical timeline of the rape kits themselves had me white hot with anger, and cheering for Amanda at every turn as she has to choose between justice and a career she has dreamed about her entire life. With tenacious drive and some healers and helpers along the way, I sped through the story, a brief and important exposé. Brilliantly narrated by Sura Siu, this new nonfiction packs a punch. The book released 3/4 but stay tuned for another launch for Amanda this summer! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2025 by M Beckwith M Beckwith

  • A story of triumph heartbreakingly and beautifully told
A story of triumph beautifully told in a way that turns this book into a page turner that you'll be sure to finish within a few days. Highly recommend
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2025 by Emily Calandrelli

  • So Inspirational
Such an incredible book and story. The writing structure is so unique and brilliant. It has all of the adventure and prose of fiction, with the impact and inspiration of a nonfiction memoir. I hope everyone reads this book and finds the same hope that it brought me
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2025 by Cameron Marsh

  • A story of hope
Sad fight for human rights against the system
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2025 by Elli t

  • Love love love!
Best memoir I have ever read! I finished it in 1 day.
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2025 by Lillie

  • The best memoir I've ever read
Incredible
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2025 by Megan Ferguson

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