EBOOK
About
A blond, green-eyed child of a Marine sent home from WWII suffering from acute brain trauma, Phyllis Hain frankly chronicles her struggle to survive devastating domestic violence and spousal abuse by creating two personas - one for the darkness of home, the other for the brilliance of life. This fascinating journey of an abuse survivor and national advocate will not just steal readers' hearts but leave an indelible, searing mark on readers' minds...and on society at large. More specifically, Phyllis' captivating story will serve as a superb guide to abuse (child, spousal, pet, etc.) because readers will be able to see themselves in her story. The professional analysis at the end of the book adds quite a lot and provides a great amount of fodder for spousal abuse support groups (and others) to discuss. Whether it is mental, physical, or sexual abuse, Diamond in the Dark relates to them all. Diamond in the Dark can help many to heal, or even help abuse victims to speak up.
Related Subjects
Reviews
"Who you are born to and who you marry are inherently linked. Strike it lucky in the birth department, grow up in a family where you are valued and loved, and your chance of choosing a partner who also values and loves you improves markedly. This didn't happen to Phyllis Hain, the writer of a remarkably honest memoir, Diamond in the Dark: Leaving the Shadow of Abuse, which shines a light on an are
Midwest Book Review
"Phyllis Brown Hain's story shocks, challenges, and engages the reader. It's her hardball account of the complexities of violence against women, its profound and traumatic impact on them, and their often long journey to a place of healing. Ultimately, hers is a story of hope and even promise that there is a way out - that women are able to break the cycle."
Niki Fiedler, LCSW, former Family Advocacy Representative, Fleet & Family Support Center
"A moving, detailed story of overcoming abuse and unhealthy marriages, this memoir captivates through admirable description of everyday life . . . At times the story is compelling, particularly as Hain talks of the bright face she put on for the world, masking an inner, almost unbearable pain. The conversational writing style makes for a smooth reading experience, despite the raw subject matter .
Foreword Reviews