Although material on dysfunctional families and codependency fills a large space in most bookstores, little has been written presenting it from an LDS viewpoint. If the Gospel Is True, Why Do I Hurt So Much? does just that. Dysfunction in families, whether recognized or not, can have a profound effect on the individuals and the family unit as a whole. Dysfunction does not mean that functionality has entirely ceased, but rather that there is impaired functioning. As members of the church, we know the importance of families and our commitments to one another. We see joy and unity in those around us, but too often it is merely a mask to hide the hurt and confusion. The author shares her experience with self-examination in understanding and identifying what was wrong in their family’s lives. Her personal experiences written into a meaningful form can be a priceless resource to all LDS families struggling in similar ways.