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Torched: Burnt By A Gaslighter
Martha celebrates a milestone birthday with her family and wonders if her life has made the difference she sought to make in this world all those years ago. But questions linger for Martha over the impact of her decision to leave her husband. Was it the best decision? How would her life be different now? What about the lives of her children?
Falling in love and marrying at a young age, Martha was not aware of gaslighting and its impact until seventeen years and three kids later, when a suicide attempt brought the abuse to the surface. What decision did Martha make to save her family?
Now, years later, as Martha takes her four-year-old grandchild, Sydney, to the park, Martha meets Liz, a young woman with two small children. Martha quickly realizes that Liz is in an abusive relationship and tries to help her... until tragedy strikes.
Torched - Burnt by a Gaslighter addresses the long-term and heartbreaking impact of verbal abuse on a family and highlights the hidden red flags that can catch you off guard. Gaslighting impacts both men and women and knows no boundaries. This is a topic that is not discussed out of fear, shame, and embarrassment.
Griffiths reminds us that we are all susceptible to domestic abuse as it can be easily disguised as "love" by the perpetrator. It cuts right into the core of our human need to love and be loved and distorts any possibility for a healthy relationship.
Falling in love and marrying at a young age, Martha was not aware of gaslighting and its impact until seventeen years and three kids later, when a suicide attempt brought the abuse to the surface. What decision did Martha make to save her family?
Now, years later, as Martha takes her four-year-old grandchild, Sydney, to the park, Martha meets Liz, a young woman with two small children. Martha quickly realizes that Liz is in an abusive relationship and tries to help her... until tragedy strikes.
Torched - Burnt by a Gaslighter addresses the long-term and heartbreaking impact of verbal abuse on a family and highlights the hidden red flags that can catch you off guard. Gaslighting impacts both men and women and knows no boundaries. This is a topic that is not discussed out of fear, shame, and embarrassment.
Griffiths reminds us that we are all susceptible to domestic abuse as it can be easily disguised as "love" by the perpetrator. It cuts right into the core of our human need to love and be loved and distorts any possibility for a healthy relationship.
140 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 26, 2022
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Deborah Griffiths
1 book1 followerDebbie Griffiths was born and raised in the greater Los Angeles area. She graduated with honors from Biola University with a Bachelors of Science degree in Organizational Leadership. This degree helped her advance in the homeowners association industry, where she has written several articles on common interest developments.
Always trying to broaden her horizons, Debbie chose to write her first novel revolving around the trauma inflicted by gaslighting. This novel is a fictionalized story of a woman’s quest to successfully rebuild her life with grace and courage following a painful divorce where she was a victim of domestic abuse.
Debbie is the proud mother of three grown children and considers her faith and family most important. She enjoys reading, needlework, genealogy, and playing “at” golf in her spare time.
Always trying to broaden her horizons, Debbie chose to write her first novel revolving around the trauma inflicted by gaslighting. This novel is a fictionalized story of a woman’s quest to successfully rebuild her life with grace and courage following a painful divorce where she was a victim of domestic abuse.
Debbie is the proud mother of three grown children and considers her faith and family most important. She enjoys reading, needlework, genealogy, and playing “at” golf in her spare time.
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March 6, 2025
Torched by Deborah Griffiths is an absolute page-turner! From the very first chapter, I was hooked by the raw emotion, intense suspense, and masterful storytelling. Griffiths weaves a compelling narrative filled with richly developed characters, unexpected twists, and a depth of resilience that lingers long after the final page.
This book is more than just a thrilling read—it’s a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of perseverance in the face of adversity. The writing is vivid, the pacing is perfect, and every moment feels deeply authentic. If you're looking for a book that will keep you on the edge of your seat while also delivering an emotional punch, Torched is a must-read.
Highly recommend for fans of gripping fiction with heart! 🔥📖✨
This book is more than just a thrilling read—it’s a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of perseverance in the face of adversity. The writing is vivid, the pacing is perfect, and every moment feels deeply authentic. If you're looking for a book that will keep you on the edge of your seat while also delivering an emotional punch, Torched is a must-read.
Highly recommend for fans of gripping fiction with heart! 🔥📖✨
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