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Perfectly Unloved: A True Story of Triumph Over Darkness
Inspired by true events,
Perfectly
Un
Loved
is a heart-wrenching but hope-filled journey of trauma, survival, divine encounters, and the miraculous power of God.
Abandoned at birth to die on a windowsill in a Russian prison, Eugenia's life began in the shadow of death. Miraculously rescued by a prison nurse, she was placed into the state-run orphanage system, where she endured a brutal, traumatic childhood of abuse, hunger, neglect, and violence.
Amid the chaos and brutality, she becomes a fierce but respected "gang leader" among her fellow orphans-until a young girl named Julia arrives, carrying things that are foreign to her;a Bible, an unshakable light, and the Gospel of Salvation. Suddenly, her world is turned upside down, and she is torn between survival and surrender, between rage and redemption.
Eugenia's story will shock you and leave you in awe with inspiration proving that hope can grow in the darkest and most destitute places.
Eugenia has dedicated her life to helping others by working in child welfare and anti-human trafficking. She currently serves with C.H.A.R.M. prison ministry, leads Bible study groups and evangelism classes. She holds a Masters in Human Services Counseling as well as Linguistics. Eugenia's hope is that her book Houston, TX. Eugenia's hope is that her book will minister to many suffering souls, especially those who have endured childhood trauma and addictions.
Abandoned at birth to die on a windowsill in a Russian prison, Eugenia's life began in the shadow of death. Miraculously rescued by a prison nurse, she was placed into the state-run orphanage system, where she endured a brutal, traumatic childhood of abuse, hunger, neglect, and violence.
Amid the chaos and brutality, she becomes a fierce but respected "gang leader" among her fellow orphans-until a young girl named Julia arrives, carrying things that are foreign to her;a Bible, an unshakable light, and the Gospel of Salvation. Suddenly, her world is turned upside down, and she is torn between survival and surrender, between rage and redemption.
Eugenia's story will shock you and leave you in awe with inspiration proving that hope can grow in the darkest and most destitute places.
Eugenia has dedicated her life to helping others by working in child welfare and anti-human trafficking. She currently serves with C.H.A.R.M. prison ministry, leads Bible study groups and evangelism classes. She holds a Masters in Human Services Counseling as well as Linguistics. Eugenia's hope is that her book Houston, TX. Eugenia's hope is that her book will minister to many suffering souls, especially those who have endured childhood trauma and addictions.
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Published October 15, 2025
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November 26, 2025
Book Review: Perfectly Unloved: A True Story of Triumph Over Darkness by Eugenia Valencia
Perfectly Unloved is a stunning, deeply emotional memoir that grips you from the very first page and refuses to let go. Eugenia Valencia’s story—rooted in unthinkable trauma, abandonment, and the harsh realities of a Russian orphanage—is both devastating and profoundly inspiring. Her journey from a newborn left to die to a child fighting for survival in a system filled with violence, hunger, and neglect is told with raw honesty and remarkable courage.
What makes this book extraordinary is not just the depth of Eugenia’s suffering, but the way hope enters her life in the most unexpected form: a girl named Julia, carrying nothing but a Bible and a quiet, unwavering light. Their encounter becomes the turning point in a story that powerfully blends survival with spiritual awakening. As Eugenia wrestles with anger, identity, and the possibility of redemption, the narrative becomes a testament to the way faith can pierce even the darkest places.
Valencia’s voice is fierce and vulnerable, her story shocking yet infused with divine grace. Perfectly Unloved is more than a memoir—it’s a witness to miracles, resilience, and a God who meets us where we are, no matter how broken.
A heartbreaking but hope-filled journey, this book will stay with you long after the final page. It’s a must-read for anyone who believes in the power of redemption, the strength of the human spirit, and the light that can rise out of unimaginable darkness.
Perfectly Unloved is a stunning, deeply emotional memoir that grips you from the very first page and refuses to let go. Eugenia Valencia’s story—rooted in unthinkable trauma, abandonment, and the harsh realities of a Russian orphanage—is both devastating and profoundly inspiring. Her journey from a newborn left to die to a child fighting for survival in a system filled with violence, hunger, and neglect is told with raw honesty and remarkable courage.
What makes this book extraordinary is not just the depth of Eugenia’s suffering, but the way hope enters her life in the most unexpected form: a girl named Julia, carrying nothing but a Bible and a quiet, unwavering light. Their encounter becomes the turning point in a story that powerfully blends survival with spiritual awakening. As Eugenia wrestles with anger, identity, and the possibility of redemption, the narrative becomes a testament to the way faith can pierce even the darkest places.
Valencia’s voice is fierce and vulnerable, her story shocking yet infused with divine grace. Perfectly Unloved is more than a memoir—it’s a witness to miracles, resilience, and a God who meets us where we are, no matter how broken.
A heartbreaking but hope-filled journey, this book will stay with you long after the final page. It’s a must-read for anyone who believes in the power of redemption, the strength of the human spirit, and the light that can rise out of unimaginable darkness.
December 10, 2025
Perfectly Unloved is a memoir that confronts the reader with both the brutality and the beauty of survival. Eugenia recounts her beginnings with stark honesty—abandoned at birth in a Russian prison and rescued by the narrowest thread of fate. From there, her life becomes a journey through the harsh, unforgiving landscape of state-run orphanages, where violence and neglect were as constant as the air she breathed. The rawness of her storytelling makes each page feel urgent and painfully real.
Eugenia narrative does more than describe suffering; it reveals how a child learns to navigate a world that offers no protection. She becomes a fierce, guarded presence among the orphans, respected not because she is safe but because she knows how to survive. Her voice captures the emotional complexity of growing up in fear—anger intertwined with longing, defiance bound to deep loneliness. It’s a portrait of childhood shaped not by innocence, but by instinct.
The turning point in the memoir arrives with the introduction of Julia, a girl whose quiet faith disrupts the hardened rhythm of orphanage life. Julia’s arrival feels almost miraculous, a gentle spark in a relentlessly dark world. Through her Bible, her kindness, and her steady conviction, she offers Eugenia a glimpse of a life defined by something other than pain. Their connection becomes the anchor of the book’s spiritual arc, illustrating how hope can enter through the smallest, most unexpected doors.
As eugenia grapples with the possibility of redemption, the memoir shifts from a story of survival to a story of transformation. The inner battles she faces—between anger and acceptance, between distrust and belief—are described with striking emotional clarity. Her encounters with faith are not presented as easy or immediate, but as a difficult, deeply personal journey toward healing. It is this honesty that makes her spiritual awakening so powerful and believable.
In the end, Perfectly Unloved becomes a profound testament to human endurance and divine grace. It challenges the reader to confront the darker realities of forgotten children while simultaneously offering a message of restoration. Eugenia voice is one that stays with you, not just because of the pain she endured, but because of the astonishing hope she rose into. This memoir is a deeply moving reminder that even the most fractured beginnings can lead to a life of purpose, faith, and extraordinary strength
Eugenia narrative does more than describe suffering; it reveals how a child learns to navigate a world that offers no protection. She becomes a fierce, guarded presence among the orphans, respected not because she is safe but because she knows how to survive. Her voice captures the emotional complexity of growing up in fear—anger intertwined with longing, defiance bound to deep loneliness. It’s a portrait of childhood shaped not by innocence, but by instinct.
The turning point in the memoir arrives with the introduction of Julia, a girl whose quiet faith disrupts the hardened rhythm of orphanage life. Julia’s arrival feels almost miraculous, a gentle spark in a relentlessly dark world. Through her Bible, her kindness, and her steady conviction, she offers Eugenia a glimpse of a life defined by something other than pain. Their connection becomes the anchor of the book’s spiritual arc, illustrating how hope can enter through the smallest, most unexpected doors.
As eugenia grapples with the possibility of redemption, the memoir shifts from a story of survival to a story of transformation. The inner battles she faces—between anger and acceptance, between distrust and belief—are described with striking emotional clarity. Her encounters with faith are not presented as easy or immediate, but as a difficult, deeply personal journey toward healing. It is this honesty that makes her spiritual awakening so powerful and believable.
In the end, Perfectly Unloved becomes a profound testament to human endurance and divine grace. It challenges the reader to confront the darker realities of forgotten children while simultaneously offering a message of restoration. Eugenia voice is one that stays with you, not just because of the pain she endured, but because of the astonishing hope she rose into. This memoir is a deeply moving reminder that even the most fractured beginnings can lead to a life of purpose, faith, and extraordinary strength
December 20, 2025
Perfectly Unloved: A True Story of Triumph Over Darkness by Eugenia Valencia left a deep impact on me from the very first pages. My first impression was shock mixed with admiration—this is not an easy story to read, but it immediately feels honest, raw, and deeply personal, pulling you into a life that began in unimaginable abandonment and pain.
The storyline follows Eugenia’s brutal childhood in the Russian orphanage system, her fight to survive, and the unexpected turning point brought by faith through another child. The writing style is straightforward yet emotionally powerful, making the trauma feel real without exaggeration. At its heart, the book carries a strong message about hope, redemption, and the transformative power of God even in the darkest places.
Personally, I found this book heartbreaking yet uplifting at the same time. It reminds us that no one is truly unloved and that light can break through even the deepest darkness. This is a story that stays with you long after the last page, leaving you inspired, reflective, and full of hope.
The storyline follows Eugenia’s brutal childhood in the Russian orphanage system, her fight to survive, and the unexpected turning point brought by faith through another child. The writing style is straightforward yet emotionally powerful, making the trauma feel real without exaggeration. At its heart, the book carries a strong message about hope, redemption, and the transformative power of God even in the darkest places.
Personally, I found this book heartbreaking yet uplifting at the same time. It reminds us that no one is truly unloved and that light can break through even the deepest darkness. This is a story that stays with you long after the last page, leaving you inspired, reflective, and full of hope.
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