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4.0 out of 5 stars
a very worthwhile read, June 5, 2007
This review is from: Living Nightmares of Abuse (Paperback)
...I'm not even sure where to start with this review..this book is one of the most painful stories I've read in a while. Phyllis Benton takes us along through the journey of her life; from a childhood spent in a motherless home as one of eight children, to foster care, to one abusive marraige followed by another. It's hard to stomach at times -- especially when you stop and consider that the story is real. This really happened. Ms. Benton truly did suffer through these events; and not only did she survive them, but she chose to share them with the world..that in itself deserves some applause..
The story is honest and raw, at times frustrating, at times horrifying. The story moves quickly from childhood up through to adulthood. It is written in a simple manner -- no sugar coating or fancy words to distort the true ugliness of the author's world. You can't help but continue reading, as you want the author to triumph over all the hardships in her world..
If you suffer from abuse, or know anyone who does, this is a book that you, or they, should read. Probably, you should read it two or three times. On a personal note, I work with teenagers who are in state custody due to abuse and/or neglect in their biological homes...and I plan to hand this book directly to them and make it available to any of them to read. It's an inspirational book in its own way and I highly recommend it to you all.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
WomensSelfesteem.com, April 28, 2006
This review is from: Living Nightmares of Abuse (Paperback)
Phyllis Benton was born and raised in McKinley, Maine, a small fishing harbor community. She was one of eight children and was raised in a house with no running water or electricity. Her mother was usually always cooking, cleaning or tending to the children. Her father was always working menial jobs and did what he could to feed his family. Phyllis grew up only knowing what was in her world. Her world was not full of riches; it was in fact very meager. Phyllis's world took a tremendous turn for the worst when her mother left for an easier life. Phyllis's father had no choice but to hand his eight children over to the county for foster care. This is where her journey of true survival began. Phyllis went from many foster homes to a marriage that failed and then on to an even more horrific life as a battered wife. Phyllis Benton's desire to survive as you will reads in her book is amazing and she has proven to be a very strong woman. Her ability to complete and earn a college degree in Office Systems Technology from Mitchell Community College in North Carolina was one of her highest moments in her journey of life. I am honored to have been asked to review Phyllis's book. It is truly a journey of strength and survival.
About the Book: Living Nightmares of Abuse
"Living Nightmares of Abuse" is a very well written biography. Phyllis shows great ability in her descriptive techniques with every word she uses in writing about her life. This book is one of several types of abuse. Phyllis shares with us through this book her horrors of child abuse, wife battery, and pure fear of being imprisoned and stalked by men in her life that she trusted enough to marry. Living Nightmares of Abuse will make you hate and even want to take action against wife abusers. You will be amazed at the strength that Phyllis finds deep within herself, when she finds herself at the mercy of wife abuse again and again. With no money and no place to go, she continues onward, taking her readers with her through her book, to experience the pain and loneliness that kept her going forward. This book was written in hopes to share a story of survival when one feels up against all odds. Additionally, "Living Nightmares of Abuse" will also bring to you a feeling of joy as Phyllis shares her dream come true when she finally meets a man that not only shows her respect but also teaches her to take life as it comes and to, "not worry about things she cannot change".
Recommendation: Womensselfesteem.com highly recommends this book to anyone that feels they are trapped in an abusive relationship and will never get out. Thank you Phyllis for sharing your life with womensselfesteem.com!
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Living Nightmares of Abuse--A must read book., December 24, 2005
This review is from: Living Nightmares of Abuse (Paperback)
Hey, it's Allison. Just got finished reading your book-excellent job!!!!! Yep, I read it all, from the time I got home around 3:00 till now 9:00-I couldn't put it down (well long enuff for a cigarette now and then ha-ha) you did a really good job. I have learned so much about you and in a way, I have a different kind of respect and admiration for you-not that I didn't respect and admire you before-I think you know what I mean. It's kind of neat to know someone like you personally. I've learned you are a very strong person and deserve every little good thing that comes your way. I know you've been married for awhile now but I feel like a congratulations are in order-hats off to your husband!! I think your book is an inspiration and you can help others in situations like you were in. I loved the beginning of the book I think-that's what got me hooked. You explained everything so vividly-It was like I was right there freezing with you in that cold weather. It was like a movie or something. Very good job!! Can't wait till your next book-keep up the good work and best wishes to you. Thank you for sharing your life. It looks like you've made the best of it and I'm glad you're alive today to share it with others!!!! Thanks again and see ya at work. Oh yeah, Merry Christmas to you and yours!!!
Love, Allison Price
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