04/22/2025
Kersten Cardwell is a spirited memoirist and roller derby queen whose life has been a whirlwind of adventure, chaos, and self-discovery. A lifelong tennis player and professional for over 20 years, she has channeled her passion for the sport into a career emphasizing discipline and resilience. Recently completing her master’s degree has added to her diverse skill set.
With a decade in real estate and over 20 years as a tennis pro and bartender, Kersten has honed her communication and relationship-building skills. Growing up in the exhilarating rush of her father's Porsche and navigating her mother's bipolar disorder, her childhood was filled with wild escapades and heartfelt lessons.
In her writing, Kersten blends humor with poignant reflection, drawing readers into her mischievous adventures and rebellious teenage years. Her memoir, "Unraveled Chaos," celebrates resilience and transformation, reminding us that even amidst the turmoil, there’s always room for laughter and growth. Kersten's journey inspires others to embrace their unique stories and find redemption in chaos.
nraveled Chaos: The Untold Stories – 2nd Edition
In this raw and unfiltered second edition, Unraveled Chaos dives even deeper into the untold stories, the moments left between the lines, and the reflections that time has sharpened. With improved editing and a fresh perspective, this edition delivers an even more vivid and gripping account of a life lived on the edge—filled with chaos, laughter, and hard-earned wisdom.
From the adrenaline rush of fast cars and childhood mischief to the hard lessons learned through reckless choices, the author revisits her past with brutal honesty and newfound clarity. Chapter 1: Fast Cars and Childhood Fun captures the thrill of dodging police encounters in her dad’s Porsche, while Chapter 3: Misadventures of a Little Hellraiser showcases the wild, unfiltered spirit that defined her early years.
New insights bring depth to Chapter 2: My Mom, as the author further explores the complexities of growing up with a mother whose charm was as undeniable as her struggles with bipolar disorder. The humor and heartache woven through their relationship paint a more nuanced picture of love, resilience, and acceptance.
As the story unfolds, the teenage years brim with rebellion—drinking, reckless adventures, and inevitable consequences. Chapter 6: Reckless Adventures and Lessons Learned takes readers through the raw reality of youthful defiance and the long road to redemption. Motherhood becomes both a challenge and a saving grace, with Chapter 17: Embracing the Other Parent Figures paying tribute to the unexpected mentors who stepped in along the way.
In Chapter 20: The Roller Derby Queen’s Wild Ride, the author reflects on the thrill of the derby track, the camaraderie of the nightlife, and the wild balance of being a mother, bartender, and fierce competitor—all while walking the tightrope of recovery.
With deeper introspection and never-before-shared stories, Unraveled Chaos: The Untold Stories is not just a memoir—it’s a testament to resilience, transformation, and the power of rewriting one’s own narrative. Through humor, heartbreak, and hard-won wisdom, this second edition delivers a sharper, more refined, and even more unforgettable journey
