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Cornered: The Painful True Story of My Child Abuse Hell
Born in 1975, Louise was living a happy, normal life as the much adored only child of two loving and hard-working parents. But then the tragic deaths of her father and grandfather within two years of each other turn her life upside down. Having moved in with her mother's parents after the death of her father, Louise finds that her grandmother's increasing reliance on the local church for comfort after her husband's death draws a soon to be unwelcome guest to the family the verger, Mr. Jarvis. Whilst outwardly paying attention to her widowed grandmother, he also seems to be focussed on Louise herself, and abuses his position of trust, both at the church's Sunday school and in the family home, to force his unnatural obsessions on her. Even after Louise's mother remarries and she can finally look forward to moving away from Mr. Jarvis, Louise must endure one more harrowing attack before he is finally caught out. But even then, with child protection teams still very much in their infancy in the early 1980s, Louise still lives with the consequences of her unstable childhood. This book is based upon a true story of child abuse, and as such contains passages that some readers may find disturbing.
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71 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 11, 2014
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January 3, 2015
Sad Story
This is a sad story of child abuse. It's a worldwide problem that too often goes unreported. The perpetrator knows just how to make the child feel like it's all their fault so they should keep quiet about it. I believe Louise proves this theory in her book. To make her believe she is demon possessed so he could have his way with her is sickening.. Gave it 4 stars for poor editing.
This is a sad story of child abuse. It's a worldwide problem that too often goes unreported. The perpetrator knows just how to make the child feel like it's all their fault so they should keep quiet about it. I believe Louise proves this theory in her book. To make her believe she is demon possessed so he could have his way with her is sickening.. Gave it 4 stars for poor editing.
January 23, 2015
The Scars of Child Abuse can be Emotionally Forever.
I gave this book a 5 star rating only because in my eyes the author, with the encouragement of Alice, had the strength to put her tragedy on paper thereby releasing her hell. This was a very difficult read. May the authors future continually be filled with strength, health, and forever happiness.
I gave this book a 5 star rating only because in my eyes the author, with the encouragement of Alice, had the strength to put her tragedy on paper thereby releasing her hell. This was a very difficult read. May the authors future continually be filled with strength, health, and forever happiness.
June 16, 2016
Sad
It is always such a sad thing to see this kind of abuse that is going on whether in a nice and elite neighborhood or the less fortunate ones! No child or human being should ever suffer this abuse from anyone! Thank you for sharing your story...I would give money to see the look on that bastards face when he was caught with his pants down...literally!!!!?
It is always such a sad thing to see this kind of abuse that is going on whether in a nice and elite neighborhood or the less fortunate ones! No child or human being should ever suffer this abuse from anyone! Thank you for sharing your story...I would give money to see the look on that bastards face when he was caught with his pants down...literally!!!!?
October 11, 2014
Book was short, needed some editing as words were left out. I understand that the book was Therapy for the writer, I can see how it was likely helpful. The book was terrifying even for an adult to read. fitting end for the perp.
April 9, 2016
Too short!
I had so hoped to learn more about the impact of not only Louise but her family and that sick pig! I only hope as life continues on Louise will continue to share her story so that people such as myself a victim realize we are not the cause of such actions.
I had so hoped to learn more about the impact of not only Louise but her family and that sick pig! I only hope as life continues on Louise will continue to share her story so that people such as myself a victim realize we are not the cause of such actions.
September 28, 2016
Heartbreaking story
A really good read and glad child abuse is no longer a taboo subject. Without these writers writing stories straight to the point, it would still be a taboo subject. Hard to read and upsetting, but others need to know about these abusers.
A really good read and glad child abuse is no longer a taboo subject. Without these writers writing stories straight to the point, it would still be a taboo subject. Hard to read and upsetting, but others need to know about these abusers.
January 7, 2017
Could be better
Such a short and unbelievable story of what happened. It was all believable until the last incident. I lived a life of abuse and this is not the same.
Such a short and unbelievable story of what happened. It was all believable until the last incident. I lived a life of abuse and this is not the same.
June 20, 2018
Healing from the Demons forced upon her.
This story really hit home but Mr Jarvas was my 94 year old Great Grandfather. He repeatedly touched me down below. I was also around the same age as our young girl in book. I tried to find excuses not to be around him but the younger
adults needed a break and made me spend time with him. It wasn't until I found out he was doing the same to my cousin who was like a Sister that I freaked and told my Dad. He was put in a senior home. You never really get over things like that. Luckily I have a loving Hubby in my life who Loves me with all his heart as I do him. Almost 40 years together. Life eventually goes on.
This story really hit home but Mr Jarvas was my 94 year old Great Grandfather. He repeatedly touched me down below. I was also around the same age as our young girl in book. I tried to find excuses not to be around him but the younger
adults needed a break and made me spend time with him. It wasn't until I found out he was doing the same to my cousin who was like a Sister that I freaked and told my Dad. He was put in a senior home. You never really get over things like that. Luckily I have a loving Hubby in my life who Loves me with all his heart as I do him. Almost 40 years together. Life eventually goes on.
February 6, 2022
This story is so beyond words in how heartbreaking and horrific. I can't put into words the way my heart hurts for the abuse this young girl had to deal with. I pray that she was able to get as much help as needed to process and heal from this trauma. The scars will always remain but I truly hope she has found peace.
December 22, 2017
New perspective
My heart broke for Louise as I felt her fear so deep- understood it cause I faced it as a child from a trusted family friend- it helped me to release a few of my own demons
My heart broke for Louise as I felt her fear so deep- understood it cause I faced it as a child from a trusted family friend- it helped me to release a few of my own demons
April 18, 2018
Always at church!
Very good, although disturbing, account of what happened to a young girl at the hands of a person who should be trusted, but instead betrays, making her feel as if the abuse is her own fault.
Very good, although disturbing, account of what happened to a young girl at the hands of a person who should be trusted, but instead betrays, making her feel as if the abuse is her own fault.
March 24, 2020
Short book but helped the writer
Not the best book ive read but as louise the author writes this is her way of moving on and if it helps just one person learn that ABUSE IS NOT THEIR FAULT Its well worth it
Not the best book ive read but as louise the author writes this is her way of moving on and if it helps just one person learn that ABUSE IS NOT THEIR FAULT Its well worth it
February 11, 2025
Some very upsetting scenes, your heart breaks for Louise. I think this would have been a better experience for me if I had read it myself. The audio was a bit emotionless for me, there didn't seem to be much change in how she spoke about the good times compared to the bad.
December 28, 2018
Good book!
I recommend this book if you have endured any kind of abuse...you are not alone!! Great book. Ask for help
I recommend this book if you have endured any kind of abuse...you are not alone!! Great book. Ask for help
February 1, 2019
Book review
Started to read this book and though how upsetting it was to know children everyday sometimes experience things in the book.
Started to read this book and though how upsetting it was to know children everyday sometimes experience things in the book.
February 27, 2019
Well done!
So well done I felt so very anxious during many parts of her story. My anxiety grew as she was trapped by that horrible man. Well done Louise!
So well done I felt so very anxious during many parts of her story. My anxiety grew as she was trapped by that horrible man. Well done Louise!
March 1, 2019
Sad reading
The pain is real. And the reading, although hard, was enlightening. I recommend this book for those needing to believe there are better things to come after abuse.
The pain is real. And the reading, although hard, was enlightening. I recommend this book for those needing to believe there are better things to come after abuse.
September 7, 2019
Didnt want to put book down. It was interesting
Educational to say the least sugns to look for in children. Good book overall it happens in our everday world
Educational to say the least sugns to look for in children. Good book overall it happens in our everday world
July 12, 2020
Great read
Such a sad story I hope.it encourages other people to tell their story nd not be afraid to do so.
Such a sad story I hope.it encourages other people to tell their story nd not be afraid to do so.
February 9, 2023
Well written a good read
June 25, 2023
so sorry
I’m so sorry this happened to you.
I’m really glad you got though this and by having this written will help many other girls to reach out
Wish you all the best
I’m so sorry this happened to you.
I’m really glad you got though this and by having this written will help many other girls to reach out
Wish you all the best
May 17, 2017
Sad
I'm so glad people find happiness. Children deserve to be happy and carefree. Why are some people so sick to do these things
I'm so glad people find happiness. Children deserve to be happy and carefree. Why are some people so sick to do these things
May 9, 2017
It's a short story, but still worth reading. What 'Louise' went through is traumatic, and it was easy to get into the mind of the confused child and grasp (at least partially) the horror she lived through because of the perp. I'm glad to know he was caught and held for it (something that isn't done often enough), and I can sympathize the hardship of trying to push through the past experience while trying to find her own sexuality. It's something that never really goes away.
January 11, 2015
Very observant
Loved it read the book in a day couldn't put it down. Will recommend it to my friends and daughter.
Loved it read the book in a day couldn't put it down. Will recommend it to my friends and daughter.
June 13, 2015
Good read.
It was an interesting account of how important it is to talk to your children about this type of abuse. So they know they can tell.
It was an interesting account of how important it is to talk to your children about this type of abuse. So they know they can tell.
March 7, 2016
Very moving!
It really puts you right in this little girls shoes. Thanks to books like this I am slowing healing from my own experiences. Thank you so much!
It really puts you right in this little girls shoes. Thanks to books like this I am slowing healing from my own experiences. Thank you so much!
April 6, 2016
Well done
I have read this book and wanted to say well done Louise for finding the courage to put your experience into words .
I have read this book and wanted to say well done Louise for finding the courage to put your experience into words .
June 5, 2016
Sad story
This was a short story but worth the read
The things that man did to this poor girl was horrible
This was a short story but worth the read
The things that man did to this poor girl was horrible
June 9, 2016
Truly sad!
I'm glad the writer was able to overcome her trauma and make a happy life. Such a victory to be able to move on!
I'm glad the writer was able to overcome her trauma and make a happy life. Such a victory to be able to move on!
July 26, 2015
it was.ok
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