Carmen M Paz, the author of the book “My Stolen Years”, was kidnapped when she was a toddler. She has been taken from her loving mother Maria Antonia Ruiz. She has grown far away from her mom and under a false truth. On the other side, her mother, however, never stopped searching for her with love, eagerness and belief in God. SHE NEVER STOPPED! And that is based on what Carmen wants to honor her mother. Intense love for her. Faith in God.

Today, Carmen M Paz is a happily married woman and has three beautiful children in her life. Her children are living the life she once couldn’t think or dream of. Through her memoir, “My Stolen Years”, Carmen honors her late mother’s courage and resilience. Through her words, she is willing to inspire others who have ever faced loss or separation.