New Book Ally and Sally, Cousins of Atrocity Explores Themes of Betrayal, Family Struggles, and the Pursuit of Justice

San Francisco, California Jul 31, 2025 (Issuewire.com) - In her compelling debut, author Karen Sue Kiey presents Ally and Sally, Cousins of Atrocity: They Started the Fire That Will Never Burnout, a thought-provoking new book that explores family dynamics, justice, and the emotional toll of unresolved conflict.

Inspired by real-life experiences, the story follows the complex journey of Brian, a man whose life is deeply impacted by a series of events involving legal and personal challenges. The narrative centers around two women, Ally and her cousin Sally, whose choices spark a ripple effect that alters the course of multiple lives.

This story was burning inside me from the moment I got the phone call about Brian, says Kiey. Writing this book became a missionsomething I felt deeply called to do for the sake of clarity, understanding, and healing.

Through emotionally charged storytelling, Kiey examines themes such as resilience in the face of adversity, the emotional cost of family disputes, and the broader implications of decisions made under pressure. While fictionalized, the narrative draws from real experiences that shaped the author's life and perspective.

Ally and Sally is not only a story of pain and endurance, but also one of voicespeaking out when silence is easier, and standing firm in the belief that stories deserve to be told.

About the Author

Karen Sue Kiey is a proud mother of three and grandmother to several grandchildren. Though she never envisioned herself as a writer, her personal experiences and the challenges her family faced compelled her to share this story. She is currently working on her official author website and continues to explore storytelling as a means of personal growth and advocacy.