Coming Home

Brittney Griner's Coming Home chronicles her unexpected detainment in Russia and her remarkable journey back to freedom, highlighting resilience and love.

In Coming Home, Brittney Griner offers a raw and revelatory account of her harrowing detainment in Russia and her eventual journey back to freedom. On February 17, 2022, she arrived in Moscow, prepared to play basketball during the WNBA off-season. However, her plans were abruptly shattered when she was arrested for inadvertently carrying a small amount of medically prescribed cannabis oil. This incident plunged her into a nightmare she had never publicly addressed until now.

Brittney's narrative delves into the bewilderment and isolation she faced while navigating the complexities of a foreign legal system. As the first American woman detained at the IK-2 prison camp, she experienced profound emotional and physical anguish. The book captures her struggle during a tumultuous period marked by the #WeAreBG movement advocating for her release, the chilling prisoner swap involving Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout, and her transformation from a hostage to a global spokesperson for those forgotten by society.

Yet, Coming Home transcends the tale of captivity; it is also a story of love and resilience. Brittney reflects on the unwavering support from her wife, Cherelle, and her family, which helped her endure the darkest moments. With hundreds of letters from friends and neighbors bolstering her spirit, she fought for her freedom. Ultimately, Coming Home is a powerful testament to survival, love, and the unbreakable bonds that guided Brittney back to her family and herself.