I highly recommend The Backward Gaze to teens, young adults and those young at heart! These pages are filled with much hope, wisdom, relatable anecdotes, inspiring scripture, practical challenges and thought-provoking prayers and questions. Such a great work of art is contained in these pages and awesome contributors. So many precious gems and truths in here that will resonate with hearts for sure! Thank you Kelly for allowing the Holy Spirit to work in and through you!
~Sr. Therese Marie, Maronite Servants of Christ the Light, Vocation Director and Young Adult Eparchial Director, Boston, MA

Kelly's words are beautifully, brutally honest. She speaks candidly and naturally about being a Catholic and about faith, normalizing it with humor and authenticity in ways that people should, but seldom do. She welcomes the reader into her life of lessons learned on her personal road to Emmaus, as she speaks about her personal walk with Christ. I highly recommend this book! It's phenomenal!
~Michael J. Clauberg Sr., Campus Ministry Director, St. Anthony’s School, Huntington, NY

The Backward Gaze provides a down to earth guide to nurturing and deepening the faith while learning from the mistakes one has made in life. It approaches the teachings of the Catholic faith in a relatable manner, capturing the attention and interest of young and older readers alike. This book successfully combines theological concepts with real-life examples and contemporary issues, making it easy for readers to understand and apply these teachings to their own lives. The writing style is accessible and engaging, making it suitable for both casual reading and as a reference for group discussions or personal study. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their faith.
~Fr. Douglas G. Martin, Pastor of St. Peter Catholic Church, Mary Esther, FL