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Tell No One
When I look in the mirror now I don’t see the terrified child who was systematically abused, both mentally and physically. If you passed me in the street, you wouldn’t notice either. You might see the small scar on my neck that was inflicted by a knife being pressed to my throat. You might notice a lump on my left wrist where the bones didn’t heal properly after it was fractured. You might notice small scars on my arms where I was used as a live ashtray. But you won’t see the scars that are deep inside me – the ones which take a lifetime to heal. They’re ingrained in me, trapped under the surface like fish under a frozen lake, waiting for the moment when the surface cracks and they can come to life again. These mental scars are the demons that haunted me when I was at my lowest point. They came out to torment me, rearing their ugly head in the darkness. Then they would retreat again for a time, making me think I’d got over what happened to me, only to show up when I least expected it. But with every year that passed, I learnt how to handle the demons more. Every sick and twisted thing that happened in my childhood has made me into the woman I am today. I’m a survivor. My name is Sarah and this is my story…
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First published February 26, 2012
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March 2, 2017
Abuse
This was a well-written book. This shows how many people knew something wasn't right, but no one tried to find out what it was. The system failed Sarah. So very thankful when Sarah was able to find her aunt. Her aunt was there for Sarah. The abuse didn't stop Sarah from receiving excellent education. She became a wonderful wife & became a loving, caring mother.
This was a well-written book. This shows how many people knew something wasn't right, but no one tried to find out what it was. The system failed Sarah. So very thankful when Sarah was able to find her aunt. Her aunt was there for Sarah. The abuse didn't stop Sarah from receiving excellent education. She became a wonderful wife & became a loving, caring mother.
December 26, 2018
What a survivor!
I absolutely admire this girl/woman! Anyone’ who loves a survivor story, this is a great one. With no waisted emotions with sympathy for her abusers.
I absolutely admire this girl/woman! Anyone’ who loves a survivor story, this is a great one. With no waisted emotions with sympathy for her abusers.
March 22, 2017
True sadistic story of survival she made after years of abuse.
Book kept me immersed but it was way too short. Cruel mother, shameful stepfather and all personnel for letting this child slip through the. cracks and endure the torture brought on by the parents who supposed to love you.
Book kept me immersed but it was way too short. Cruel mother, shameful stepfather and all personnel for letting this child slip through the. cracks and endure the torture brought on by the parents who supposed to love you.
June 10, 2012
Incredibly sad but true story of the author's life of abuse at the hands of her mother. After being raised in a the loving home of her grandmother until she was 4, her mother re-enters her life to raise her. 9 years of abuse and torture. That is what Sarah lives through until she has the courage to escape. This is a powerful, dynamic and emotional read that made me feel sad, angry and horrified at the same time showing me salvation, satisfaction and the power of hope. 5 stars!
January 3, 2017
Child survival myself
This story tells it all and I thank you and praise you for this book. I've been through similar situation. I praise your Nana and aunt and uncle for trying to find you. I praise God for watching over you to finally find the information for you to get a hold of where yo mum hid family information. keep moving forward.
This story tells it all and I thank you and praise you for this book. I've been through similar situation. I praise your Nana and aunt and uncle for trying to find you. I praise God for watching over you to finally find the information for you to get a hold of where yo mum hid family information. keep moving forward.
March 3, 2012
A sad and inspiring story of surviving child abuse!
November 2, 2016
Very sad book but happy ending
Lovely book but sad in some places but happy ending will be giving stop reviews need to read more I
Lovely book but sad in some places but happy ending will be giving stop reviews need to read more I
April 28, 2018
Wish the system was better
This book touched me she is not the only one why the Dr and school never reported it I have no idea but I been there to not myself but my youngest daughter went through torture growing up with her father I fought for yrs to get her back and pa laws and Delaware laws are so different they can hit a child keep her lock in I couldn't do a dam thing till I took him to court to get her back and he sexual abused her when she was in first grade I myself hate my ex husband for putting my daughter through that for her to erase all that he did to her she addict and used herein for many yrs I stuck by her Evan after all the money and stole from me now she is 23 she been clean for over 3 yrs ,but she never thinks she good enough ,as I. Was growing up I was sexually abused by my brother friend ,I hated men ,to this day I had 3 grown girl's,31,28,22 and 5grandkids I have trouble trusting people was only married 10us and got divorce he was verbally abusive and controlling and abusive the system sucks I been on my own long time but I don't take any buckshot from anyone anymore ,I just wish I could find someone to love as well great book I know how she felt the system sucks for kids adults they don't help at all
This book touched me she is not the only one why the Dr and school never reported it I have no idea but I been there to not myself but my youngest daughter went through torture growing up with her father I fought for yrs to get her back and pa laws and Delaware laws are so different they can hit a child keep her lock in I couldn't do a dam thing till I took him to court to get her back and he sexual abused her when she was in first grade I myself hate my ex husband for putting my daughter through that for her to erase all that he did to her she addict and used herein for many yrs I stuck by her Evan after all the money and stole from me now she is 23 she been clean for over 3 yrs ,but she never thinks she good enough ,as I. Was growing up I was sexually abused by my brother friend ,I hated men ,to this day I had 3 grown girl's,31,28,22 and 5grandkids I have trouble trusting people was only married 10us and got divorce he was verbally abusive and controlling and abusive the system sucks I been on my own long time but I don't take any buckshot from anyone anymore ,I just wish I could find someone to love as well great book I know how she felt the system sucks for kids adults they don't help at all
August 31, 2017
Powerful
Reading this book brought back so many painful memories of my childhood. Never feeling loved, never hearing it, watching as a younger siblings is treated so much better than you are. I still have my ghosts and they will never go away. I cried through a lot of this book because memories just came flooding back. Being able to overcome what she has overcame is amazing and I am so truly happy that she did. I wish her nothing but the best in her life and I also pray that her younger sister was never abused and always known love and has been living an amazing life. Everyone and anyone that has suffered at the hands of someone that was suppose to live them, nature them, and want nothing but the best for them, should definitely read this book. God bless you Sarah!
Reading this book brought back so many painful memories of my childhood. Never feeling loved, never hearing it, watching as a younger siblings is treated so much better than you are. I still have my ghosts and they will never go away. I cried through a lot of this book because memories just came flooding back. Being able to overcome what she has overcame is amazing and I am so truly happy that she did. I wish her nothing but the best in her life and I also pray that her younger sister was never abused and always known love and has been living an amazing life. Everyone and anyone that has suffered at the hands of someone that was suppose to live them, nature them, and want nothing but the best for them, should definitely read this book. God bless you Sarah!
December 10, 2018
Such a sad read at times. I'll did cry a couple time out of anger and dismay that a mother could do this to their daughter. I am so happy Sarah found the phone number to a new life. I am really happy Sarah has made a family for herself. A mother too proud of. She's climbed a mountain and view is good up here.
Such a sad read at times. I'll did cry a couple time out of anger and dismay that a mother could do this to their daughter/child. I am so happy Sarah found the phone number to a new life (your granny was looking down). I am really happy Sarah has made a family for herself. A mother too proud of. She's climbed a mountain and the view is good up here. Profound words.
Such a sad read at times. I'll did cry a couple time out of anger and dismay that a mother could do this to their daughter/child. I am so happy Sarah found the phone number to a new life (your granny was looking down). I am really happy Sarah has made a family for herself. A mother too proud of. She's climbed a mountain and the view is good up here. Profound words.
April 5, 2018
Tell No One by Sarah Cooper
This is the story of Sarah, who from an early age suffered terrible abuse at the hands of her mother. She tells the horrors of what she went through and how she managed to come out the other side.
At the time her mother suffered from postnatal depression after having her followed by bipolar disorder. Back then it wasn't recognised like it is today but that doesn't reflect on why no-one noticed all the scars and bruises she had on her body, and why no-one came to help her.
It's a heart breaking story that gets five stars from me. This is my honest and unbiased review
This is the story of Sarah, who from an early age suffered terrible abuse at the hands of her mother. She tells the horrors of what she went through and how she managed to come out the other side.
At the time her mother suffered from postnatal depression after having her followed by bipolar disorder. Back then it wasn't recognised like it is today but that doesn't reflect on why no-one noticed all the scars and bruises she had on her body, and why no-one came to help her.
It's a heart breaking story that gets five stars from me. This is my honest and unbiased review
October 7, 2018
Wake up everyone
My tears run down my face as I read the horrible ways that this child had to live. It shows the abuse of so many people she had to endure. The neighbors,doctors,teachers all knew what was happening, yet no one blew the whistle and help her. This young girl was so strong and courageous. Her faith and dreams carried her to the ones that loved and give her the way for. Her to become a happy wife and mother and found and her love for all living thing.
My tears run down my face as I read the horrible ways that this child had to live. It shows the abuse of so many people she had to endure. The neighbors,doctors,teachers all knew what was happening, yet no one blew the whistle and help her. This young girl was so strong and courageous. Her faith and dreams carried her to the ones that loved and give her the way for. Her to become a happy wife and mother and found and her love for all living thing.
November 25, 2017
It's hard to believe that parents treat there own flesh and blood like this but we all know it to be true , am so happy Sarah found happiness at last we must all try to help any child who are being abused , hungry or not being looked after Thank you Sarah for sharing your life with us xx
I would recommend this book to everyone i know xxx
This is a sad yet happy book with love and hope for anyone who reads it as
I would recommend this book to everyone i know xxx
This is a sad yet happy book with love and hope for anyone who reads it as
July 11, 2018
So sad but a gripping read.
I have just read this book in just over an hour; it completely gripped me from the beginning. It's written beautifully, easy to read and to follow, although extremely heart breaking. Although compared to other reads like this it doesn't go into too much detail, you do get a good picture of the horrendous suffering this poor women had to live with. I would recommend for a quick easy read... But expect tears throughout!
I have just read this book in just over an hour; it completely gripped me from the beginning. It's written beautifully, easy to read and to follow, although extremely heart breaking. Although compared to other reads like this it doesn't go into too much detail, you do get a good picture of the horrendous suffering this poor women had to live with. I would recommend for a quick easy read... But expect tears throughout!
August 12, 2018
Such a sad book
I have read this book and cried with the author. I know some of the horror as a child and also decided to make a better life. It is hard turning your life around. This book was a joy reading and difficult to put down. I am happy Sarah had a family to go back to and show her how much she was loved. It was sad Nan had lost contact with her but also proves our angels watch over us.
I have read this book and cried with the author. I know some of the horror as a child and also decided to make a better life. It is hard turning your life around. This book was a joy reading and difficult to put down. I am happy Sarah had a family to go back to and show her how much she was loved. It was sad Nan had lost contact with her but also proves our angels watch over us.
December 12, 2019
Pay attention
Sarah made a very good point in her book, pay attention to children. Why would they steal food? Ask questions, notice their appearance, their behavior and for heavens sake, do something about it. Child abuse is more talked about now, yet many children are still be abused or killed. This book was written to open our eyes and obligate us to confront child abuse instead of turning a blind eye!
Sarah made a very good point in her book, pay attention to children. Why would they steal food? Ask questions, notice their appearance, their behavior and for heavens sake, do something about it. Child abuse is more talked about now, yet many children are still be abused or killed. This book was written to open our eyes and obligate us to confront child abuse instead of turning a blind eye!
August 17, 2017
This book is the story of a woman who had mental problems and treater her very young daughter as if all her problems was the daughter's fault. As the girl aged the physical abuse not only continued but increased significantly. The bad thing was that her abuse started at such an early age that her fear did not allow her to speak up when she had the opportunity.
November 18, 2017
Coming through the other side
I loved this book I wish I could have done something as I was reading it and what a shame that no one took any notice,this lady was so brave that she continued with her studies through all of this and was rescued by her loving family and now has a lovely family of her own xx
I loved this book I wish I could have done something as I was reading it and what a shame that no one took any notice,this lady was so brave that she continued with her studies through all of this and was rescued by her loving family and now has a lovely family of her own xx
December 1, 2017
Fantastic read but so so sad
I've read many books of sadness,neglect,and a life of torment,this was heart breaking,I just want to cuddle that women that went to bell and back but come out so strong,with physical and mental scars,what a beautiful person you are,and would of loved to put my arms around you,and to say you are a remarkable and an AMAZING person you are
I've read many books of sadness,neglect,and a life of torment,this was heart breaking,I just want to cuddle that women that went to bell and back but come out so strong,with physical and mental scars,what a beautiful person you are,and would of loved to put my arms around you,and to say you are a remarkable and an AMAZING person you are
April 21, 2018
Very hard to read
It was a great book and a quick read but very heard to read about the abuse. I skimmed over most of it because it was so intense. I was expecting more of a motivational book but instead the book featured 90% of horrible abuse this poor person rendered. I hope this book does well so the author can encourage others to get help too.
It was a great book and a quick read but very heard to read about the abuse. I skimmed over most of it because it was so intense. I was expecting more of a motivational book but instead the book featured 90% of horrible abuse this poor person rendered. I hope this book does well so the author can encourage others to get help too.
May 28, 2018
Would have benefited from a proofreader
There's nothing worse than a mistake in a book to pull you out of it. Sarah's uncle was referred to by her dad's name more than once, which caused momentary blips as I was reading. A solid proofreader would help improve the experience. The writing a amateur, but clearly comes from the heart.
There's nothing worse than a mistake in a book to pull you out of it. Sarah's uncle was referred to by her dad's name more than once, which caused momentary blips as I was reading. A solid proofreader would help improve the experience. The writing a amateur, but clearly comes from the heart.
March 5, 2019
Poor Sarah
This book had a few grammatical mistakes, but it was written by someone who is not a professional writer and was so heartfelt, I could easily look past them. I felt so bad for poor Sarah and was so glad that she finally made it out to find a happy life. I wish her all the best.
This book had a few grammatical mistakes, but it was written by someone who is not a professional writer and was so heartfelt, I could easily look past them. I felt so bad for poor Sarah and was so glad that she finally made it out to find a happy life. I wish her all the best.
May 18, 2017
What a vile mother
My god I cried the whole time reading this book I have her been so emotional to a book, such a brave women and I'm glad she is so much better now, but it makes you worry that there is still out there now going through the exact same horrible vile things.
My god I cried the whole time reading this book I have her been so emotional to a book, such a brave women and I'm glad she is so much better now, but it makes you worry that there is still out there now going through the exact same horrible vile things.
June 15, 2017
Tears
I cried so hard reading this story! I am so shocked so many children are still out there suffering by the hands of those that ate supposed to love them the most! I'm glad you were rescued from those people!
I cried so hard reading this story! I am so shocked so many children are still out there suffering by the hands of those that ate supposed to love them the most! I'm glad you were rescued from those people!
July 4, 2017
Speechless
As an adult who was abused as a child I turn to other books like these as ideas on how to write and read to see if I am ready to tell my story. This book was very well written! It made me cry a lot because of such detail but oh what a great book!
As an adult who was abused as a child I turn to other books like these as ideas on how to write and read to see if I am ready to tell my story. This book was very well written! It made me cry a lot because of such detail but oh what a great book!
August 29, 2017
Wow
This book made me sick, but was so wonderful to see out the ending. I couldn't imagine the pain and negative feeling you felt. I truly hope you found happiness and an so glad to see your husband was so nurturing!
This book made me sick, but was so wonderful to see out the ending. I couldn't imagine the pain and negative feeling you felt. I truly hope you found happiness and an so glad to see your husband was so nurturing!
December 14, 2017
Heart breaking
I couldnt put it down, but it goes to show what doesnt kill you makes you stronger. Well done sarah. You survived and made it. Dreams can come true. I cried at the end. Thank you for such an untold insight to what can go on vehind closed doors.
I couldnt put it down, but it goes to show what doesnt kill you makes you stronger. Well done sarah. You survived and made it. Dreams can come true. I cried at the end. Thank you for such an untold insight to what can go on vehind closed doors.
January 26, 2018
Good book,some of those things happend to me,realy felt,emmotional readin this book
Good read,very Hart breaking what sahra had to put up with in her young life.very good ending to it tho.😕
Good read,very Hart breaking what sahra had to put up with in her young life.very good ending to it tho.😕
February 16, 2018
Heartfelt and sad but gives me hope for my own future and my trials and tribulations that ive survived.
Anyone that's going through hell,or has survived abuse should read this story of survival.
I loved this book I cried screamed and threw it beautiful.
Anyone that's going through hell,or has survived abuse should read this story of survival.
I loved this book I cried screamed and threw it beautiful.
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