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	• My Story Dave Pelzer Orion (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd ), 2004 - 528 pages average customer review:based on 15 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

Amazing Survival

What to say. The whole story left me breathless, staring into space, uncomprehending, wishing I could turn back time and remove that little boy from his terrible fears and desperation. Yes, it is a "fantastic" book, though "fantastic" doesn't seem the right adjective as his story is so terribly sad.

What's most amazing -and uplifitng- is the third part, as the back cover of the book says "a remarkable tale of survival and the triumph of the human spirit over adversity". THAT is fantastic. I'm so glad Dave escaped his terrible fate and is now helping others. He is an inspiration to say the least.

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A definite must read

This is not for the weak of stomach though. It is pretty graphic as it shows the types of abuse went through when he was younger, as well as how it affected him the rest of his life! There were times I needed to put the book down for a day or two to digest and fully absorb what was written, before I went to the next section. This book takes you through all the emotions. I am so glad he had the strength to write such a book as so many turn their cheeks and try to think things like this don't happen in our society. This book truly gave me the kick in the butt that I needed to do something I have always wanted to do. I signed up for a 3 day training program to be an volunteer advocate for women and children that are victims of domestic violence. No one should have to live like this, though many still do. No excuses, read this book and do something to stop domestic violence!

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Does your youth read?

I bought this book for my sister who isn't much of a reader. It's hard to find books that are interesting for teenagers. Not only will an adult like it, but it is a great distraction for the teenager stuck on Jerry Springer!

Tragic, yet brilliant

The best three books I have ever read about someone's life.
Unfortunately, it was a very sad life, in the life of a sweet boy.
I am happy that Dave Pelzer overcame these horrific days and now
helps other children and adults with the same lifestory that he had.
He's an inspiration to everyone and a great speaker to listen to!

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never treat your child this way

in all my life,this is the most heart wrenching story i had ever read in my life.i'm a fan of biographies and i had never read a story which really touches ny heart.i'm a child of abuse however mine wasnt this bad.i'm actually greatful for what i have in my life.At least now i know i wasn't alone undergoing the pain in my past.To all parents,love your child.

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A Child Called 'It' is Dave Pelzer?s story is of a child beaten and starved by his emotionally unstable, alcoholic mother: a mother who played tortuous, unpredictable games that left one of her three sons nearly dead. No longer considered a son, or a boy, but an ?it?, Dave had to learn how to play these games in order to survive. His bed was an old army cot in the basement and when he was allowed food it was scraps from the dogs? bowl. Throughout, Dave kept alive the dream of finding a family who would love and care for him. This is an inspirational look at the horrors of child abuse and the steadfast determination of one child to survive despite the odds. The Lost Boy The harrowing but ultimately uplifting true story of Dave?s journey through the foster-care system in search of a family who will love him. A Man Named Dave The gripping conclusion to this inspirational trilogy. With extraordinary generosity of spirit, Dave takes us on a journey into his past. At last he confronts his father and ultimately his mother. Finally, Dave finds the courage to break the chains of the past and learn to love, trust and live for the future.

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