It takes great courage to remain true to one's self, when the odds are stacked against you and there's no faith coming from anybody else. Not Her is a journey toward self respect. It's riddled with wise words, heartbreaking moments and empowering main characters. That's what makes strong minded Heather a great role model for women. She never listens to the naysayers in the world and for that she inspires not just her fictional cast mates but she uplifts readers as well. ( )