Deep Into Dark

by Delphine Jamet

Set in Perth, Western Australia, Deep Into Dark is based on true anecdotes weaved into the story of fictional character, Hayley Nicole Stevenson. Through Hayley’s eyes, you will discover the underworld of homeless people and meet drug users and dealers, a convicted murderer, a youth lawyer and police officers.

Why do people live on the streets? Deep Into Dark will change your perspective of life on the streets and the homeless outcasts living on the doorsteps of city dwellers.
Part diary, part interviews, these stories give voice to an underclass in Australian society that is all too often ignored, categorised and patronised.

Deep Into Dark will appeal to teenagers, teachers, parents and all those who work with street kids. Even teenagers who find reading difficult or uninteresting will be captivated by this story that demystifies the homeless lifestyle. Suitable for 12 years +

190 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 20, 2014

About the author

WHAT I DO: I research and report on social issues including youth homelessness, juvenile justice, police, crime and drugs for my publishing company Streetkid Industries, based on my personal experiences of living on the streets and as a youth worker. I write to motivate, educate and captivate struggling young people into reading books that can help them make the right decisions in life.

WHY IT WORKS: What I have found is that young people want to read about kids who have made bad decisions to see what their life is like. Parents have also found that reading our books can help inform them when making decisions that affect their children. In addition, professionals such as teachers, librarians and youth workers have found our books, in particular, Deep Into Dark to be useful to help them understand the issues that non-mainstream kids face but find it difficult to discuss.

HOW IT WORKS: Our books also helps young people and juvenile offenders to read because we write our non-fiction work in a fiction format and before they know it, they are engaged in the story and learning at the same time! Our new non-fiction book ‘Deep Into Dark’ is the story of a naïve middle class girl who leaves home to live on the streets. It provides a well-documented and insightful story about the homeless community and also includes resources for further reading. You can read the first chapter for free from the Streetkid Industries website: www.streetkidindustries.com

Please do not hesitate to contact me if I can be of any help especially in the fields of criminal investigation, youth work, juvenile offending and social issues.

Reviews

[Luke Michal · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Deep Into Dark is such a well written and authored book. I hardly ever read and when I do, I usually struggle. Well that all changed when I started reading this book. A real insight to what street life is really like. With every turn of the page, a new event and such a crazy outcome of events from running from the law to hospital waiting rooms, this book is an awesome read. Hayley goes through so much but still powers on. It's the first book in a long time I find truly fascinating and remarkable. If you struggle to read, open Deep Into Dark. You will struggle NOT to read but to put the book down. The events this character goes through and the result is truly inspiring. At times, the book is sad, happy, crazy, inspiring, fascinating but most of all . . . it's real! You will enjoy reading this book like I have. Cheers" ... Luke M

[Tim Grant · Rating 5 out of 5]

Delphine gives the reader an excellent insight into the not so glamorous world that is life for those aho our less fortunate than most. In a day an age where glam and glitz seem to be paramount Deep into the dark has a gritty and humbling quality that has you hooked from the word go. A insightful and honest read. well recommended.

[Candice Shepherd · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reading the book, "Deep into Dark" by Delpine Jamet, has made me question my attitude towards the homeless.The book follows a young woman living on the streets of Perth, in a world of crime, extensive drug and alcohol abuse and self harm. Run ins with the Police are a daily occurrence and sleeping on a mattress with questionable stains is a good night. The book highlights the tragic cycle these people live in where "getting a job" is nigh on impossible when you have no home, no support system and self medicating seems to be the only answer. I recommend others to read this book because like me, it will make you look at yourself and question why we as a society have such apathy towards a group of people that are so openly suffering. 

[Bernard Goh · Rating 5 out of 5]

An awesome book! You'd have to read to find out more!