Hero Cape is an intimate and powerful piece of creative non-fiction by Cindy Henkelman, shadowing her own personal journey through trauma and healing. As the main character navigates the aftermath of sexual assault, Hero Cape reveals the enduring impact of trauma and the strength required to reclaim one’s life.

Healing Through Stories

In Hero Cape, we meet two versions of the author: the uncertain twenty-year-old whose dreams are shattered, and the resilient forty-six-year-old who has fought through self-doubt and pain to find her true self. The story underscores a profound message: our past does not define us; our response to it does. Through every hardship, there is an opportunity for growth, empowerment, and rewriting our story.