Little Voices: How Kids in Spirit Helped a Reluctant Medium Escape and Heal from Abuse

by Kiersten Parsons Hathcock

Never in a million years did Kiersten Parsons Hathcock—a Shark Tank -winning entrepreneur with an internationally known furniture company—think she would suddenly start channeling children in spirit at the age of thirty-six. She never expected that, while she was helping them reveal the secrets of their deaths, they would help her see dark and painful secrets buried in her own psyche.

"Kiersten's story teaches us that narcissistic abuse and coercive and controlling relationships scramble even the deepest metaphysical intuition...by telling her first-person story in a vulnerable and raw way, Kiersten reminds us that narcissistic and abusive relationships have a unique architecture, and represent a gradual process of grooming, gaslighting, and indoctrination." —Dr. Ramani Durvasula, Clinical Psychologist, TEDx speaker, featured expert on Jada Pinkett Smith's Red Table Talk , and Bestselling Author of Should I Stay or Should I Go?
 
"If you're wondering if intuition is real and if it can save your life, this book is for you." —Stephanie Arnold, Bestselling Author of 37 Dying Revealed Heaven's Help—A Mother's Journey and star of Netflix's Surviving Death docuseries
 
" Little Voices is a life-changing book! Not only will it make even the biggest skeptic believe in intuition, but it will also connect the dots for millions of abuse survivors." —Kelli Ellis, Celebrity Designer, Artist, and Author | HGTV | BRAVO TV | TLC | TDN

As a skeptic and firm believer in science, Kiersten struggled with her newfound intuitive skills and the reason they were coming to light. She powered through fear to reach out to strangers and law enforcement with the messages she received. After receiving validation that what she was experiencing was real, helping families and law enforcement became a mission. It had to be—the kids were coming to her for help. One question Why was this happening to her? And the answer was startling. The children were coming to help Kiersten as much as she was helping them. Before she could understand that, though, this happily married mother would have to stumble down a destructive path under a spell cast by a narcissistically abusive predator to learn to trust and use intuition to heal her childhood trauma—and escape a dangerous man she thought she loved.

While Kiersten's late-in-life mediumship ability is extraordinary, the wounds she'd buried that led her on a toxic path is a story many can relate to. Little Voices vividly inspires everyone to explore their own patterns, uncover their hidden pain, and trust their intuition in order to rise from the ashes.

Genres: Spirituality, Memoir

304 pages, Paperback

Published September 20, 2022

About the author

​Kiersten Parsons Hathcock is the author of Little Voices, her upcoming memoir from Post Hill Press about how intuition helped her escape and heal from abuse. She's an award-winning self-taught carpenter/furniture designer, and founder of Mod Mom Furniture, a kids’ furniture company featured on ABC's Shark Tank. Kiersten is also a TEDx speaker and an intuitive medium who works for the National Institute for Law and Justice (NILJ.ORG) helping detectives and families uncover truth in missing persons and homicide cases. In her previous work life, Kiersten was a staff writer for Northern Arizona University and TV marketing executive for A&E TV Network and The History Channel. An Ohio native, she now resides in Phoenix, Arizona with her husband, Scott, daughters, Natalie and Grace, and pup, Scout.

Reviews

[Susan Z (webreakforbooks) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Little Voices is utterly fascinating

Kiersten, the owner of Mod Mom furniture and Shark Tank winner (totally makes me fan girl) began channeling children in middle age, becoming a medium and assisting detectives solve cold cases.

If that doesn't make her amazing, I don't know what would. I was completely fascinated by her story. TBH I am not sure how I feel about mediums (I see Whoopi Goldberg in Ghost 🤣) but I want to believe. I've never been closer to believing than when I read this book. I also am jealous, why not me? Maybe not to be a medium but I'd love to be that intuitive and get a better sense of people.

I really enjoyed the romantic relationship side of the story, which should be no surprise because I love love. Although this wasn't all wine and roses, I appreciated the honesty in which she told her story. Even intuitives can have blinders when it comes to love 🙁

At times this was very hard to read, as Kiersten navigated an emotionally abusive relationship from a master manipulator. It makes you realize that even strong capable competent women can fall under the spell.

I will be honest, I was a bit disappointed that there wasn't as much about her being a medium as I was expecting. Maybe she will write another book focusing more on that and the cases she helped solve. If she does, I'm here for it 🙌

[Kirsten Mickelwait · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was lucky to receive an advance reader's copy of this book. In Little Voices: How Kids in Spirit Helped a Reluctant Medium Escape and Heal from Abuse, Kiersten Parsons Hathcock has many stories to tell, as a bootstrapping entrepreneur and self-taught carpenter; a veteran of the Shark Tank reality television show and TEDx speaking series; a survivor of childhood sexual abuse; an overwhelmed “fix it” personality who pushed herself to the point of leaving her marriage; a victim of a destructive narcissist; and a late-in-life medium who uses her psychic gifts to help solve cold cases. Any one of these might make a compelling memoir but somehow Hathcock juggles them all at once —not just in her book, but in her life. In fact, it’s her abilities as a medium (as well as her unbelievably forgiving husband and children) that helps her to leave and heal from the toxic relationship she was in, and get to the root of her long-buried abuse. Little Voices teaches us an excellent lesson about the tangled paths we must walk on this earth to achieve a deeper understanding of our own purpose. This was an incredibly easy read, but one that also made me think.

[Toby · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading this advanced copy of Little Voices. I went to school with Kiersten and always knew her as the bright, bubbly, amazingly smart, and kind girl in our class.

Kiersten has been very open in sharing her story over the years via her Facebook page and blog. I’m so proud of her for putting her truth into book form to share with those who are or have dealt with similar situations. It is quite raw and hard to read at times. Her strength and the supportive nature of her family is inspiring.

Thanks #netgalley for the advanced copy.

[Scott H · Rating 5 out of 5]

As someone who lived this story—and has read an advanced copy multiple times—I still find it such a compelling read. I can't wait for the rest of the world to experience Little Voices.

[LadyofDreams · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was not what I expected. I expected the entire book to be about the author’s work with helping close cases involving children. While she did work with the police, a lot of the book involved her past experiences with abuse and overcoming them, using her intuition and guidance and with help from those in spirit. I listened to the Audible version and it was good to hear the author reading the book herself.

[Susan Purrington · Rating 5 out of 5]

From the prologue to the epilogue, this book had my attention. I appreciated how easy the book was to read like she was in the room with you. It had a nice mix of humor, suspense, and seriousness.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

No one can understand what it’s like to try to love a narcissist unless they’ve experienced it firsthand and Kiersten’s book, Little Voices, is further validation of that for me. Not only was I so drawn into Kiersten’s story that I read it in one sitting, but the way in which she shares her experience had me on the edge of my seat rooting for her every step of the way. Kiersten’s story takes things to a level often unexplored as she teaches us how to tap into the power of our intuition and trust our gut as a way to heal from narcissistic abuse. It’s not just a compelling story on how to recover from psychological and emotional abuse, but a love story on how to honor yourself in a way only you are capable of doing. Thank you for being such an inspiration, Kiersten, and showing us what we need is already inside of us. We just have to look within.”
-Lisa E. Scott, Bestselling Author of three books on narcissism, including The Path Forward

[Janna Leadbetter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kiersten Hathcock, as a woman and as a writer, is filled with equal parts heart and grit. I know this after reading the book she wrote, because here she is embracing life with a sweet, strong family, her thriving home-grown business, and an honest, sought-after passion for intuitive healing. All of this is despite--or maybe even because of--having endured soul-crushing abuse. Twice. But not only has Kiersten risen above the odds, now she authentically shares how and why in her memoir, so that other women might learn the power of their own inner truths. It’s a must read! -- Janna Leadbetter, Founder, Breaking the Silence for Women

[Katie Beecher Beecher · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was fortunate enough to receive an advanced copy of this inspiring, interesting book. I loved the stories about all of the kids in spirit who the author has helped. I know how incredibly healing this can be for the kids as well as the families in grief.

Hathcock’s portrayal of her abusive, often terrifying relationship is something that so many will be able to relate to. It will give others in the same situation hope and strength knowing that she was able to escape.

I highly recommend this book for so many reasons!

[Bridgitte · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every now and then a book comes along that vividly captures the frailty, and beauty, of stepping into our gifts and the uncertainty of what that may bring. Raw and courageous, resilient and hopeful, Little Voices is an unflinching portrayal of the depths into which one can fall and an inspiring account of the heights to which one can rise.

[Cynthia Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was hooked on this book. Kiersten’s storytelling was so masterful that I stayed up late to find out what was next. I am inspired by her vulnerability and courage to share her story and get herself out of a dangerous situation. I sincerely hope this going to become a Netflix series because it would be incredible.

[Parsons Cheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kiersten’s story leads us through the darkness of abuse and ends with the lightness of love and understanding. She had to learn to trust her intuition and listen to the “little voices” to break through to a joyful life. A well-written memoir that will make you a believer and inspire you to trust yourself.

[Tara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kiersten Hathcock puts all of her raw and vulnerable moments of her life into this book for everyone to see. We have a clear window view into a woman’s life who has been abused as a child . And that was in a abusive relationship as an adult. And her writing makes you feel like you are actually on this journey with her. It is also a True love story where you need kleenex. This book is highly recommended for anyone who has been abused. And also for anyone who is in an abusive relationship right now. And you will have to read the book to learn how the little voices that come to her exactly plays out.

[Jennifer Bringle · Rating 5 out of 5]

I could not put down this utterly compelling story of a woman who discovers her ability to connect with spirits, and how those connections helped her survive and make sense of childhood abuse and an abusive relationship.

[Rachael Wolff · Rating 5 out of 5]

Little Voices is a memoir I couldn’t put down. Kiersten Parsons Hathcock’s story is one that every woman should read. She gives tons of examples of how she tapped into her intuition, while also showing the humanness of what can happen when we don’t listen. As a psychological and emotional abuse survivor, she could have been talking about my ex and I wouldn’t have known the difference. This is a book every abuse survivor would benefit from because they would see that they are not alone. Non-abuse survivors would get the insight to why victims keep going back and some of the shame the victims feel when they go back, don’t leave, or isolate from the people they love. Now, if that wasn’t enough to keep a person reading, she shows you a whole other side of herself along with her special gifts. We get to see all these amazing parts of her that include being a medium and a self-taught carpenter who was on Shark Tank. Her story is a human story. It includes childhood sexual abuse, love, marriage, children, career, challenges, mistakes, downward spirals, intuitive gifts, helping others, and vulnerability. Her bravery and honesty are awe-inspiring. Life isn’t always pretty, but learning and exposing the truth in the pain is essential to live an empowered life.

[Kiersten Hathcock]

Thanks so much for reading Little Voices! The audiobook is also available for pre-order, if you'd rather listen. It will be released on October 18, 2022. I narrated the audiobook, aside from Detective Mark Pucci's foreword. A voice actor was brought in to narrate his part.

Links to order are here: https://www.kierstenhathcock.com/audi...
You'll receive a FREE behind the scenes audio bonus when you order the audiobook. Check it out!

[Holli Kenley · Rating 5 out of 5]

“As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have read numerous excellent self-help books and memoirs on all kinds of abuse. Rarely have I come across one in which childhood sexual abuse, marital codependent behaviors, and partner narcissistic abuse were presented in a narrative which so painfully and yet prophetically links them together. Little Voices accomplishes this and so much more. With her raw, authentic detailing of the abuses she endured along with her unorthodox gifts from the spirit world, Kiersten Parsons Hathcock’s memoir reminds us that until we heal the wounds within us, tragically we are drawn to external sources of validation--some healthy and some dangerous. Perhaps what is most noteworthy of Hathcock’s memoir is her unwavering commitment to accountability, integrity, and truth--with herself and with others. We are not left feeling sorry for Little Voices. We are cheering with her and rooting for her all the way.”

--Holli Kenley, MA, LMFT, and Author of Breaking Through Betrayal: And Recovering the Peace Within

[Debra Rosebrock-Bloomfield · Rating 5 out of 5]

An Excellent Read

I was captivated from beginning to end and quarter way through bought another book and sent to my daughter. Strangers, but coming from the same hometown was an initial draw; however, the feeling of knowing Kiersten comes from within. Few books have left me with the feels that resonate from Little Voices. This one should not be missed…

[Felice Cohen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Little Voices. Big Story. Kiersten reveals many secrets in this book, each one necessary for her to survive. And she thought "sharks" were predators?

[Sheila · Rating 5 out of 5]

Compelling read!

A fascinating account of the author’s search for answers in her own life and finding a way to help others along the way. You won’t be disappointed!

[Mara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Little Voices is a memoir by a self-taught furniture designer who began hearing from child spirits when she was in her late 30s. She describes how she has always been intuitive, but was able to hone this and hear from those who have passed and help their families and law enforcement. I was fascinated by the subject matter, but with a healthy amount of skepticism. I'm not sure how to rate this one. I found the author's experiences as a medium absolutely fascinating, but found the memoir was a bit bogged down by her experiences of day to day reality and romantic relationships. It was a bit tedious to read about her relationship with Tony. It's so easy to see from the outside that it was toxic and I just wanted her to escape from him. But that's how abusive relationships are in terms of entrapment and being cyclical. I wish there was more on her work as a medium, but liked that she gives tips on honing intuition at the end. Overall, a fascinating and readable memoir.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for providing this ARC.

[Clarice · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a good read, although I felt that the little voices were too little, we didn't hear enough about them or from them which I what I believed the book to be about

[Kolleen · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm going to preface this with a disclaimer: I am going to nice up my review because the author seems like a kind person and I don't want to pick apart someone's memoir. With that being said, I am supposed to write an honest review here and shouldn't feel swayed to write something that isn't true to how I feel just because the author seems sweet. And so, on that note...

From page one, I was disappointed. As soon as I read "my truth" I immediately pursed my lips and shook my head in frustration. I hate that saying! The truth is objective, 'my truth' is subjective, and automatically leads me to believe that this is not an entirely accurate account. I found a lot of things to be repetitive, like the author constantly remarking on how she was a cute, blond female carpenter (there are many skilled female woodworkers, what makes the author so special), how she didn't believe in all the 'woo woo', and how her 'intuition told her...'. To me, intuition is used to describe a gut feeling that you get about something. I felt like the author was just calling every day decision-making intuitive.

I'm not sure how much exactly I believed about spirit. I am a believer in these things, and also a believer that the author is intuitive, but maybe not to the degree described in the story. For example, are spirits really coming to tell her to write a book or to do a Tedx talk?! Maybe they did... but I think if spirit were coming to me I'd find it hysterical if one of them was telling me such a thing. I think some things might have been exaggerated, and after finishing the story I'm not sure I can say that we ever really hear about something that was verifiably solved by spirit and the author. What most drove me crazy was Carrie and digging under the tree. I understand some things have to remain private, but when you are telling a story like this and leave out such details it becomes hard to believe in and a little like a bait and switch.

Finally, I did think the way the author spoke about the abuse cycle was spot on. From the outside, we are all screaming "Run! Get away!", but it never is quite so obvious when you are in the cycle. Overall, I wasn't thrilled with the book. Maybe it was the editing (there were a lot of typos, even a section that was copy and pasted twice in a row), but I found the author to be rather full of herself in writing, whereas she seems much more genuine in interviews or public speaking.

[Anette · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a stunning TRUE story. It is a book that, on so many levels, speaks to me. Kiersten's experience exemplifies how we don't get to pick the gifts we are given - but we do get to choose how to use them. And Kiersten's use of her gift is exceptional, to say the least.
Word of warning: if you start this book, you won't stop until the END. I loved it!

[Jenna · Rating 2 out of 5]

I did not like this book, even though I thought I would. I love listening to memoirs, and I thought this topic would be fascinating, but something in the storytelling just did not resonate with me. The first half focused more on her background and the introduction into her mediumship, which I found enthralling. But I just did not enjoy the subject matter or the storytelling of the second half, which I’ve never experienced when reading a memoir. Usually, I’m of the mind that you can’t judge someone’s life, but I’ll admit, I was judging hardcore, and it made me not enjoy the book. It might be because I was reading another book at the same time that also dealt with tough topics. But I also didn’t like the author’s writing style. It seemed like she was telling the story chronologically, but then she’d share something that had been happening the whole time, so it got confusing and hard to keep the timeline straight.

I gave two stars instead of one because I did enjoy parts of this book, and I would love to hear more about the police cases she’s worked on. But this book was just not it for me.

[Andy Robinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Little Voices is one of those books that you cannot put down. Kiersten’s relatability is what draws you into her story. I have had the honor of reading this book several times. I know the storyline because Kiersten in my cousin. I’ve traveled this journey with her. I am proud of her bravery for writing about sexual abuse, the spirit world, a relationship with a narcissist, and her courage to come out on the other side stronger and aware of her ultimate calling in life. She has already touched the lives of countless women through her blog. I have no doubt she will touch many more with Little Voices. Kiersten is funny, kind, authentic, and an incredible writer. She’s the real deal. If you are a skeptic when it comes to intuition and mediumship, this book will make you a believer. It’s available for pre-sale on Amazon and launches 9/20/2022.

[Kristi Duarte · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an amazing story on so many levels. Kiersten is a stay-at-home mum who starts her own business, who sees and hears voices of dead children, and who falls in love with an abusive man and struggles to get out of the relationship. Most of the narrative is about the abusive relationship and how it relates to Kiersten's history of being a victim of sexual abuse as a child. It's an important book that many victims of psychological and emotional abuse can relate to, especially as Kiersten is a strong, successful woman, not a pushover or a "typical victim."

I would have liked to read more about the spiritual connections with the children in spirit, but perhaps that can be explored in her next book?

Thank you to Post Hill Press and NetGalley for the review copy.

[Grace Townsend · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5/5 I did really like this book but it wasn't my fav. Honestly, memoirs aren't my fav in general bc they end so normal or open ended.

I found myself reading slowly in the beginning when she's talking about finding out about her intuition. When she was in an abusive relationship and was dealing with all that craziness, I was reading so quickly bc I related in a sense bc of one of my crazy exes. And then when she got out of the relationship it was back to reading slowly. I guess I just liked all the dramaaaaa! Obvi glad she's out of the relationship but it did make it super entertaining!

Would I recommend? Yeah I guess but it's not like a need to read. I never would have read it if it weren't for Clancy Burke recommending it

[Kathryn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am at a loss for words.

I heard great things about this book and could hardly wait to read it. First everyone should know that the book isn't all about her abuse as a child. It's about her business, her marriage, leaving her husband for an abusive man, her children and their issues, and so so much more. On top of all that it is a "teaching" book for those who may feel empathic and/ or have empathy. This storyline was engaging from the first page. If you are just a tiny bit interested about spirits this is your book. Highly recommend!

[Ann · Rating 3 out of 5]

I had anticipated a story about the turn in her life when she discovered/understood that she is a medium and hears Little Voices, typically children who died young or as a result of abuse. The story travels down many paths to her work life, a relationship with an abusive narcissist and her revelation that she had been abused as a young child. She has lots of recommendations about healing and has made many advances in her own health and healing. In retrospect, listening to the Little Voices might have set her on an intuition driven path sooner.