Gerald's Game   by Stephen King

The novel "Gerald's Game" written by Stephen King was published in 1992 and is a psychological thriller that tells the story of Jessie who is left handcuffed to a bed after her husband dies of a heart attack.

"If anyone ever asks you what panic is, now you can tell them: an emotional blank spot that leaves you feeling as if you've been sucking on a mouthful of pennies."
Stephen King ~ Gerald's Game

During her imprisonment alone, with no help to hope for, Jessie moves through her life in sections and faces her demons. Through her ordeal she is awakened to new strengths and finally takes steps to heal and move forward strong.