Dear Alyne
My Years as a Married Virgin
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Dear Alyne
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Narrated by:
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Alyne Tamir
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Alyne Tamir
About this listen
From world traveler, entrepreneur, and content creator @DearAlyne, a vulnerable and hilarious memoir of how she escaped the restrictive expectations of her family and faith and found herself in the process.
Alyne Tamir was raised to live her life for others: for her husband, her family, and the Mormon church. For twenty-five years, she put them ahead of herself, repressing things that didn’t fit the neat, traditional story that had been written for her. On the surface, her life seemed picture-perfect. But in reality, Alyne was miserable, struggling to reconcile her flawless image with the pain and humiliation of abuse, an eating disorder, infidelity, and depression.
Until Alyne reached a breaking point: the day her husband asked for a divorce—over email. Thank God! Or, not God. Finally free from the expectations of her family and faith, Alyne had to start a new life, which meant rediscovering herself and what she secretly wanted all along: the liberating life of a digital nomad.
In a singular voice brimming with honesty and humor, Alyne invites us on a journey of strength and self-discovery—with a little bit of irreverence along the way. Dear Alyne is a one-of-a-kind, coming-of-age story and a testament to the limitless possibilities that await those brave enough to defy convention.
©2024 Alyne Tamir (P)2024 HarperCollins PublishersHonesty
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Parts of her story will resonate with those who have grown up in high-demand religions. The tension between belonging and authenticity is something many of us struggle with. I truly hope this book helps young people in similar situations feel less alone and more empowered to seek truth and create their own paths—even when it’s difficult.
That said, the story wasn’t always comfortable. There are moments when she seems almost painfully self-involved, aware of her impact but somewhat reckless; a chaotic whirlwind blowing through the lives of others while still trying to make sense of her own mental and emotional storm. Growth is messy.
One of the most striking aspects of the book is how the author’s voice evolves. At times, we hear from someone naive and eager to please; at others, from someone wounded, reactive, and immature. But gradually, that voice deepens, gaining confidence, self-awareness, and perspective. It feels like watching someone grow up in real time.
This is not a tidy narrative with easy lessons. But it is a bold one, written by an imperfect person who is sharing her hard-won lessons and acknowledging that she still has a lot to learn. For those navigating their own questions of identity, belief, and belonging, it may be just the kind of honest storytelling they need.
A raw story about losing faith and finding self
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