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When Sunita captures the eye of a predator, her world is turned upside down. Subjected to the barriers of living with a traditional Indian family, Sunita finds herself unable to seek the support she needs from them.
Facing her predator alone, Sunita, young and naïve, finds herself drawn to him; a man who claims to have the power to destroy her family if she doesn't comply with his demands.
Desperate to keep her family from harm, Sunita gives in. He says he loves her... more than her family does. When his manipulation moves to the next level, Sunita finds herself trapped in a world she could never have imagined. It was almost like she was three-years-old again, but this time, things are worse... much worse.
Her fear, feelings of degradation and shame only compound the emotional turmoil she faces. Chained by the guild of bringing heartache and shame to her family, Sunita starts to believe this is the life she cut out for herself. After all, that's what everyone was saying, so why shouldn't it be true?
Sunita finds herself propelled from one form of abuse to another... a victim can either surrender to their abuse, or rise above it...
This is the inspirational true story of Sunny Angel and her strength to overcome the manipulation, lies, violence, threats and violation she was subjected to. Her scars tell the story of a survivor...
Facing her predator alone, Sunita, young and naïve, finds herself drawn to him; a man who claims to have the power to destroy her family if she doesn't comply with his demands.
Desperate to keep her family from harm, Sunita gives in. He says he loves her... more than her family does. When his manipulation moves to the next level, Sunita finds herself trapped in a world she could never have imagined. It was almost like she was three-years-old again, but this time, things are worse... much worse.
Her fear, feelings of degradation and shame only compound the emotional turmoil she faces. Chained by the guild of bringing heartache and shame to her family, Sunita starts to believe this is the life she cut out for herself. After all, that's what everyone was saying, so why shouldn't it be true?
Sunita finds herself propelled from one form of abuse to another... a victim can either surrender to their abuse, or rise above it...
This is the inspirational true story of Sunny Angel and her strength to overcome the manipulation, lies, violence, threats and violation she was subjected to. Her scars tell the story of a survivor...
292 pages, Paperback
Published July 10, 2017
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November 19, 2024
Love definitely starts at home. Maybe if Sunita's family showered her with love, which every child deserves, who knows, maybe things would've been different.
However, I do feel that at some point, you have to take responsibility for your own life. Not living to please others (parents) and live to make yourself happy. I am a firm believer in if you're not happy yourself, how can you make anyone else happy? Sometimes, especially in the South Asian culture, children spend their whole lives trying to please their parents and gaining their approval, which sadly can sometimes be impossible. They end up becoming matyrs in this cause and wasting their whole life away. Blind obedience is not a positive trait, even if culture and tradition say it is. Empower yourself, live for yourself. We enter this world alone, and we leave alone.
However, I do feel that at some point, you have to take responsibility for your own life. Not living to please others (parents) and live to make yourself happy. I am a firm believer in if you're not happy yourself, how can you make anyone else happy? Sometimes, especially in the South Asian culture, children spend their whole lives trying to please their parents and gaining their approval, which sadly can sometimes be impossible. They end up becoming matyrs in this cause and wasting their whole life away. Blind obedience is not a positive trait, even if culture and tradition say it is. Empower yourself, live for yourself. We enter this world alone, and we leave alone.
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August 11, 2017
This was a heartbreaking story of how many factors collide to make women survive one trauma after another, as the main character suffered within her family, and by the hands of others too.
December 31, 2017
For the last two days I've been immersed in the story of Sunita, and although her story is harrowing, to say the least, I'm glad I stayed the distance to hear how she managed to overcome the horrors that plagued her throughout her young life.
Although it's not for the reader to apportion blame, I couldn't help feeling angry toward Sunita's family - in particular her mother - for their indifference toward their daughter and sister; a fact which was surely instrumental in her becoming involved with her stalker in the first place.
Sunny's world as a young woman is filled with fear and hatred, threats and abuse, all played against the backdrop of the town I have called home since 2003. She seems to stumble from one disaster to another, never once receiving the support and love she needs from her family. She tries to do right by everyone, only wanting to be loved and cared for, but love evades her for many years. From escaping her abusive stalker to being married off to a man with learning difficulties whose family continue to make her life a living hell, Sunny was broken in so many ways. That she has grown into a strong, caring, forgiving woman is testament to her strength of character.
I was proud to meet Sunny and her beautiful daughter, Maya, earlier this year. I truly believe that Sunny has indeed a special gift and wish her well with her campaigns to ensure that "love starts at home". If you can't bring yourself to read her story (and it is a very difficult read), then please make sure you read about the Helplines available, and if you ever know of anyone you think might be in a similar situation to Sunny's, please reach out to them and let them know they're not alone.
Although it's not for the reader to apportion blame, I couldn't help feeling angry toward Sunita's family - in particular her mother - for their indifference toward their daughter and sister; a fact which was surely instrumental in her becoming involved with her stalker in the first place.
Sunny's world as a young woman is filled with fear and hatred, threats and abuse, all played against the backdrop of the town I have called home since 2003. She seems to stumble from one disaster to another, never once receiving the support and love she needs from her family. She tries to do right by everyone, only wanting to be loved and cared for, but love evades her for many years. From escaping her abusive stalker to being married off to a man with learning difficulties whose family continue to make her life a living hell, Sunny was broken in so many ways. That she has grown into a strong, caring, forgiving woman is testament to her strength of character.
I was proud to meet Sunny and her beautiful daughter, Maya, earlier this year. I truly believe that Sunny has indeed a special gift and wish her well with her campaigns to ensure that "love starts at home". If you can't bring yourself to read her story (and it is a very difficult read), then please make sure you read about the Helplines available, and if you ever know of anyone you think might be in a similar situation to Sunny's, please reach out to them and let them know they're not alone.
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February 20, 2019
Some things didn't quite add up for me and I'm left questioning the validity of parts of this non-fiction book.
For example, it mentions how Ajay drove Sunita to the hospital even though it mentioned he had learning difficulties and child like tendancies, surely he wouldn't be able to comprehend directions, let alone pass his driving test?
I also found it a little far fetched that a mother would watch a porno with her son, having come from an asian background growing up sex was a taboo subject; surely this would be left to his father or his brothers to explain the bees and the birds?
I also found it difficult to understand how having found out about Khan's actions against a young girl and Sunita having shear hatred towards him but yet she kept on going back to him? Surely that would have been the breaking point
when she thought enough is enough?
Also I find it hard to believe with all these beatings (some occuring in public) and being paraded around on a lead like a dog no one stopped this or questioned this behaviour?
When Sunita did escape she went to a hostel within the same area that Khan was in? Surely support officers would ensure she is far away from Khan?
Also she went on to get a job where she had access to people's financial information and yet she was being charged with fraud? Wouldn't these companies do their background checks?
Lastly, it was mentioned Sunita drove the hired Mondeo that Khan had taken out, followed by a police escort; how did she manage to get car insurance?
For example, it mentions how Ajay drove Sunita to the hospital even though it mentioned he had learning difficulties and child like tendancies, surely he wouldn't be able to comprehend directions, let alone pass his driving test?
I also found it a little far fetched that a mother would watch a porno with her son, having come from an asian background growing up sex was a taboo subject; surely this would be left to his father or his brothers to explain the bees and the birds?
I also found it difficult to understand how having found out about Khan's actions against a young girl and Sunita having shear hatred towards him but yet she kept on going back to him? Surely that would have been the breaking point
when she thought enough is enough?
Also I find it hard to believe with all these beatings (some occuring in public) and being paraded around on a lead like a dog no one stopped this or questioned this behaviour?
When Sunita did escape she went to a hostel within the same area that Khan was in? Surely support officers would ensure she is far away from Khan?
Also she went on to get a job where she had access to people's financial information and yet she was being charged with fraud? Wouldn't these companies do their background checks?
Lastly, it was mentioned Sunita drove the hired Mondeo that Khan had taken out, followed by a police escort; how did she manage to get car insurance?
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