Shy Keenan was not meant to survive her childhood. Her mother beat her so severely that she was deaf and nearly blind by her first day in school. Her stepsister thought nothing of pouring boiling water over her, and virtually every day she was raped by her stepfather. At agre 10 she was sold to a gang of dockworkers, viciously attacked, and left for dead in a field with a fractured skull. Today, Shy is an internationally respected advocate in the fight for justice for victims of child sexual abuse. Six years ago, her ...
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Shy Keenan was not meant to survive her childhood. Her mother beat her so severely that she was deaf and nearly blind by her first day in school. Her stepsister thought nothing of pouring boiling water over her, and virtually every day she was raped by her stepfather. At agre 10 she was sold to a gang of dockworkers, viciously attacked, and left for dead in a field with a fractured skull. Today, Shy is an internationally respected advocate in the fight for justice for victims of child sexual abuse. Six years ago, her testimony secured the imprisonment of her stepfather and his associates for a catalogue of crimes against children. This success was achieved only after a journey through extensive psychiatric care, prison, and near-suicide. Shy s experiences expose the extreme wickedness of which some are capable, but also tell a story of hope, strength, and courage."
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this book was one of the most riveting books i have ever read. if you can read books that speak to the soul, then i suggest you pick up a copy today. this book was so intense, that it was like a front row seat into the lives of each character. my final thought is: awesome, awesome, awesome
tammyr81
Aug 22, 2012
Disturbing
I'm not sure how this child made it out alive. This book is a true testament to what is wrong with the legal system in the world.
Sandra V
Dec 30, 2011
Amazing story
I can't describe the strengh this woman has. Thank you for sharing this remarkable story.
Tammy C
Oct 14, 2010
Must read!!
Warning!!! This book will bring tears, sadness and confussion to those who read it!!! This book was the most shocking story I have read. Shy is such a strong women, who has battled the worse monsters ever; I really don't know how anyone could survive the abuse she encountered. My heart goes out to her and her sister and the innocent that are still being abused today.!!!!
