Breaking The Silence: Stories From Survivors Of Sexual Abuse

by Perry Power

After being sexually abused by his Grandad at the age of 10, Perry lived in secrecy for over 12 years. This led him down a path of self-sabotage, that is until the sudden death of his Father in 2017. Perry went on to break his silence and embark on a mission to help as many victims as he could to also break theirs. This book is about Perry's story, the stories of 14 other survivors, and how someone who is living in silence can own their story and speak out. - Uncover what's been holding you back from speaking out - Give your doubts and fears a wave goodbye - Start loving yourself unconditionally - Find a way that works for you when it comes to breaking your silence - Become your best self and operate at your highest frequency

Genres: Nonfiction

144 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 15, 2021

Reviews

[Carly Brine · Rating 5 out of 5]

It takes a lot of courage to put this kind of story out for the world to read. Well written and pulled at the heart strings.

[Carrie Davies · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just thank you so much :)

I am so glad I read this book, it holds so much power, that I feel I cannot fairly justify on a simple book review. I've spent so long wallowing in sadness, and for the first time, in such a long time, I feel that I have hope. I will 100% be coming back to this book to remind myself of all these things! It's amazing hearing stories from other survivors as well. I don't think that you'll ever truly know how grateful I am!!! Just thank you ❤❤❤

[Jasper · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is pretty much from a secular perspective so I had to push through some of the “universe helping us” statements. However, overall I did find myself highlighting several helpful quotes. If you have been abused or love someone who has this could be a beneficial read. It shares several different survivor stories as well as giving some good exercises to help change your mindset.

[Kimberly Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 Stars, a great resource.

I picked this book up cheap on Kindle around Christmas and just got around to reading it. Now, if you think this is the story of one person coming back from sexual abuse, you would be very wrong. I am going to label this book as more of a practical resource guide for survivors of sexual assault and/or abuse.

For me, this book was all about the survivors stories because, in each one, they describe what happened, how it impacted them, and how it is part of their lives still. Each story is unique, including Perry's, who wrote this book. But, often with resources and textbooks on subjects, you are missing the human side of things. You know psychologically what sexual assault and/or abuse does to someone but that is very different than hearing about what it REALLY does to someone. How it changes them. How it makes them see the world. How it impacts their lives moving forward. Everyone's experience is different with everything which is why I think this book is so important. Rather than getting the "this is what should be happening" from a research angle, you are getting what it is actually like from people who experienced it and what they have done for themselves to move forward with their past.

That is why I give this book a 5 star. I have not had these experiences but, I feel like I got a better understanding of what everyone went through and how they were helped through it (or not because, sometimes, it was not and they had to figure it out for themselves). This is the kind of book that I bought on my kindle, and will now buy a physical copy to keep on hand in my office in case anyone needs it.

[Sean Flatley · Rating 5 out of 5]

A really powerful moving auto biography

I saw this gentleman on social media and was recommended to read his book. I was gripped and moved for this brave man to come forward to reveal his upbringing where he was abuse by a family member. I found some parts difficult to read as I felt a rage and had to take time out to compose myself.
Overall a most be book for everyone to read. Best wishes

[Moris · Rating 2 out of 5]

An easy read. The stories while relatable, are not very engaging. The storytelling technique could be improved on. Felt repetitive in many instances, so much so that I found myself wanting it to be over faster in so many instances. Cannot recommend.

[Paul Vye · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tough read. but only because of the subject matter. Well written. I can't being to imagine the horror of going through this.

[Jenny Whiting · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m truly grateful to Perry for writing this piece as it’s truly written from the heart. Lots of things I can relate to. Thank you

[Angelina Estrada · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sensitive but encouraging

[Jamie Withem · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a testimony not only of a brave man speaking of things that society tells men not to speak of, it resonates with the goal of helping others to overcome this same stigma.

[Patrick McCafferty · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful book!

This is one very powerful and empowering book for survivors of sexual abuse.

As Perry writes as the end, he wishes there had been such a book for him when he was going through so much suffering.

There is now! He wrote it and he is empowering others to break their silences and tell their stories.

Thus making the world safer and less a place where so many are broken by childhood abuse. Thanks brother, it’s an honour to know you.

[Jennifer Savage · Rating 4 out of 5]

Finally! This book, with its self reflection pieces, was just what I needed. I've kept my silence for nearly half of my life! I was told many times that people don't want to hear about "stuff like that." It's so freeing just to journal about it. Thank you Perry. I'll get to the sharing part at some point too. Baby steps.