Cheryl Cuccio

About the Author

Cheryl Cuccio is a resilient author and survivor whose life story captivated the nation in the 1980s when she made headlines for her involvement in a desperate plot to escape years of familial abuse. In her gripping memoir, Incest, Murder and a Miracle: The True Story Behind the Cheryl Pierson Murder-For-Hire Headlines, Cuccio bravely recounts the harrowing details of her childhood trauma, the fateful decision that led to tragedy, and the redemptive path she forged toward healing and advocacy. Now a devoted mother and speaker, she uses her voice to support survivors of sexual abuse, emphasizing themes of forgiveness, resilience, and the transformative power of faith. Through her writing, Cuccio transforms personal pain into a beacon of hope for others facing unimaginable adversity.