Comment from giraffmang

Exceptional

This was a hard read emotionally but a very powerful one.

To share these kinds of experiences and emotions is difficult and requires a lot of bravery.

I have worked with a lot of young people who have suffered similar experiences. It is wrong in every way and their voices need to be heard.

I admire this piece of writing. Well done.

All the best 0 GMG

 Comment Written 10-Dec-2014

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reply by the author on 10-Dec-2014

Thank you.
Your sensitive and compassionate review is much appreciated.
An amazing six stars-thank you so much.
Sadly, it does seem that many have, and still do, suffer similar abuse behind closed doors.
:-) Shirley

Comment from royowen

Excellent

One of the things I dislike more than anything else, is the abuse, firstly on children, a child deserves to live out their time of innocence and hope! The second is any form of control, whether it be physical, mental or moral blackmail, when someone imposes their will on anyone,it is abuse of the worst kind! This is well designed and composed, absorbing and readable, vivid descriptive imagery, well done, blessings, Roy.

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 Comment Written 10-Dec-2014

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reply by the author on 10-Dec-2014

I sincerely thank you for your heartfelt expression of understanding and support.
Your review was thoughtful, caring and generous.
The sad part for me was I have only realised how brainwashed I really was since
I began writing eighteen months ago.
I coped day by day, by living only in moments, and then partitioning them into the far recesses of my mind.
Thank you for walking part of my journey with me.
:-) Shirley

reply by royowen on 10-Dec-2014

I'm glad you've broken out this awful place, Shirley, blessings, Roy.