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The Unforgivable: If The Walls Could Talk, Would You Listen?
This is the story of a small-town girl raised in the Missouri Bootheel, enduring abuse and neglect as a child and dismissed by those in power that should have protected her. She encounters the unjust racial disparity because she finds love in a boy who doesn't fit the description of acceptable by her mother and stepfather. Therefore, she is forced into a relationship that will change her life forever. Through it all, she never gives up and never loses hope that she will one day rise above it all and escape the horrors of her reality.
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Published September 30, 2022
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Crystal Thomas
12 books2 followersI was raised in a small town in the bootheel of Missouri by the river. I learned growing up to not rely on others to support your efforts. I have been on my own since I was 15 1/2 years old, trying to figure out what my life was supposed to be like. I raised three children on my own and made a way through many struggles to finish my career and become a Family Nurse Practitioner. Giving up has never been an option for me. After many years of abuse in childhood, relationships, and watching the ones that held my fate in their hands literally let me fall, I knew I was on my own.
I have been in the medical profession for 21 years and I have loved every moment. It has given me a different outlook on life, it gave me a purpose. Helping others everyday with struggles, sickness, and mental illness has given me a sense of accomplishment because I can be that one person they can count on listening when no one else does. I decided early in life I would write a book about my life. I had to wait until a certain time to do it. It may seem vain but even though my mother was not there for me, and she never chose me in life, I felt like I had to wait to save her the embarrassment or hurt feelings of my story. So, I waited until she passed away to write it. Even though many would say why did I care? I honestly can't tell you why. Maybe because I went clear up until she died hoping for an apology, acceptance, or an extension of love. Neither of those came in the end. My children are all almost adults now. I have went beyond to assure my children knew what a mothers love was. Something that I never experienced. I am married to my husband now for almost 10 years. My struggles in life has been my way of strengthening myself and learning how to accomplish anything I put my mind to. The second book is in the making!!
I have been in the medical profession for 21 years and I have loved every moment. It has given me a different outlook on life, it gave me a purpose. Helping others everyday with struggles, sickness, and mental illness has given me a sense of accomplishment because I can be that one person they can count on listening when no one else does. I decided early in life I would write a book about my life. I had to wait until a certain time to do it. It may seem vain but even though my mother was not there for me, and she never chose me in life, I felt like I had to wait to save her the embarrassment or hurt feelings of my story. So, I waited until she passed away to write it. Even though many would say why did I care? I honestly can't tell you why. Maybe because I went clear up until she died hoping for an apology, acceptance, or an extension of love. Neither of those came in the end. My children are all almost adults now. I have went beyond to assure my children knew what a mothers love was. Something that I never experienced. I am married to my husband now for almost 10 years. My struggles in life has been my way of strengthening myself and learning how to accomplish anything I put my mind to. The second book is in the making!!
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October 26, 2023
This book was absolutely amazing! I need the second one immediately!!
August 31, 2023
First off I just want to say this book’s cover and the actual story do not correlate whatsoever. Definitely some trigger warnings are needed. But I will say that it’s a very emotional story. A part of me didn’t want to continue reading it, but I had to. I had to know what was going to become of each situation. I have such mixed emotions it’s hard to describe. This is a part 1 and even though it wasn’t what I was expecting, I will be looking out for the next book. I need for her to rise above all the obstacles she has had faced her whole life. As much as I hate what has happened and don’t agree with how she dealt with certain situations. It goes to show you never know what people are dealing with. Especially mentally! I really hope she gets her happy ending that she so desperately needs and deserves.
August 27, 2023
I literally could not put this down. What this woman went through his horrible. Not only did the people who were supposed to love and protect her FAIL her, the system that is designed to protect her COMPLETELY failed her. The amount of strength that she has is inspiring. To come from a place of pure darkness and become a light for others is a huge inspiration. I believe that everyone should read this. To hear the inner thoughts of a victim pre, during, and post abuse was heart wrenching. Crystal has my utmost respect and I could send her many hugs I would. Thank you for being strong enough to tell your story. I truly hope it reaches those that need the help and support that need it most. ❤️❤️❤️
May 3, 2023
5☆☆☆☆☆
Wow, where to start. Crystal Thomas's biography was heart-wrenching, to say the least. From childhood to adulthood, the physical and mental abuse she endured was horrible. The Unforgivable things that happened to her in her life are what make her a stronger person. This book had me tears. Thank you, Crystal, for telling your story.
Wow, where to start. Crystal Thomas's biography was heart-wrenching, to say the least. From childhood to adulthood, the physical and mental abuse she endured was horrible. The Unforgivable things that happened to her in her life are what make her a stronger person. This book had me tears. Thank you, Crystal, for telling your story.
August 28, 2023
Wow wow. I just finished this. And I have to say omg what a book. So heavy and so omg. Amazing. What I liked about it was that it kept me wanting more. Which is great! Amazing book.
August 29, 2023
Wow. All I can really say is WOW. Waiting on second book to see how it all ends. Can't wait to see her triumph thru it all!
April 7, 2023
This book was intensely heavy. It was blunt and straightforward. There was no hiding and that’s what made it SO GOOD! My heart was broken due to knowing her and seeing the challenges she endured. This is a story of a STRONG woman who was beaten down consistently and still managed to thrive in the end. The evolution of her strength is inspiring. She went from growing up abused to ending the cycle for her children. From someone who has experienced parental trauma, this quote stuck with me the most.
“The one person in my life who was supposed to protect us was walking away from us and allowing this to happen.”
“The one person in my life who was supposed to protect us was walking away from us and allowing this to happen.”
August 15, 2023
Book: The Unforgivable: If The Walls Could Talk, Would You Listen
Author: Crystal Thomas
Stars:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Review:
Crystals Autobiographic is definitely something every person should reads! She tells of her abuse (mentally, physically, sexually) from family that was supposed to protect her and from relationship with guys she thought she could trust! This story just goes to show you there is only so much one person can handle before the get what they need to survive! In this case freedom!
I finished this book in less than a day! This is such an amazing story! And! I caught the name at the end! That made me so happy for Crystal!
Crystal is such a strong women! Not just from what she encountered throughout her life but what for being able to share her story with her readers!!! My heart TRUELY goes out to you Crystal!!!
She wrote this story so well and I felt every emotion she expressed during her life story!
This is an amazing story of a kid who refused to deal with abuse, of a mom who did what she had to to take care of her children, a nurse who cared for her patients and finally a women who realized she deserved the world!
Again! Thank u so much for sharing your story for others especially survivors like me and u! This means so much to me to know I and others like us are not alone!
Favorite Quote:
I’ve had to learn how to not be a victim but a survivor and advocate to others who understand what I’m struggling with.
Author: Crystal Thomas
Stars:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Review:
Crystals Autobiographic is definitely something every person should reads! She tells of her abuse (mentally, physically, sexually) from family that was supposed to protect her and from relationship with guys she thought she could trust! This story just goes to show you there is only so much one person can handle before the get what they need to survive! In this case freedom!
I finished this book in less than a day! This is such an amazing story! And! I caught the name at the end! That made me so happy for Crystal!
Crystal is such a strong women! Not just from what she encountered throughout her life but what for being able to share her story with her readers!!! My heart TRUELY goes out to you Crystal!!!
She wrote this story so well and I felt every emotion she expressed during her life story!
This is an amazing story of a kid who refused to deal with abuse, of a mom who did what she had to to take care of her children, a nurse who cared for her patients and finally a women who realized she deserved the world!
Again! Thank u so much for sharing your story for others especially survivors like me and u! This means so much to me to know I and others like us are not alone!
Favorite Quote:
I’ve had to learn how to not be a victim but a survivor and advocate to others who understand what I’m struggling with.
September 8, 2023
A stream of consciousness
This was a tough read that I honestly was not ready for. Although functional it is made clear based on true events.
It’s a steam of consciousness from the narrator’s perspective that goes through her experience with life long abuse. There is no true resolution or breakthrough in this chapter.
It’s impossible to quantify someone’s experience and is very saddening to read that even in these modern days abuse on this levels is happening on the bright light of day.
This was a tough read that I honestly was not ready for. Although functional it is made clear based on true events.
It’s a steam of consciousness from the narrator’s perspective that goes through her experience with life long abuse. There is no true resolution or breakthrough in this chapter.
It’s impossible to quantify someone’s experience and is very saddening to read that even in these modern days abuse on this levels is happening on the bright light of day.
September 16, 2023
Where to begin... This book hits you right in the feels. the troubles and tribulations the MFC goes through leaves you gut wrenched. Tears frustration and pure happiness was expressed throughout this whole book. It was profound to see someone rise above and not let that determine who they are and become such a beacon of light.
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