Reach for the Rainbow: Advanced Healing for Survivors of Sexual Abuse [Paperback]

Lynne D. Finney (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 24, 1992

"Reach for the Rainbow" is the groundbreaking book that has become the classic on the topics of sexual abuse and incest--for survivors, their loved ones and their therapists.

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Perigee Trade (February 24, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0399517456
• ISBN-13: 978-0399517457
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.9 x 9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #967,699 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars "Advanced": A Tricky Word, June 19, 2000

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Stacie (Missouri) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Reach for the Rainbow: Advanced Healing for Survivors of Sexual Abuse (Paperback)

This book certainly gives positive, helpful, compassionate advice for sexual abuse survivors who are ready and willing to take some serious steps in their healing, and for that, I've given it the stars I have. However, the promise of advice for the "advanced" healer fell somewhat short for me. So that's why I didn't give anymore stars--that disappointment factor. Most of the ideas presented actually seemed more suited for someone just beginning the healing process--and perfect for a beginner who's interested in knowing where his or her healing journey could take him/her. So, if you're a survivor just beginning to heal and are ready for some real, straight-forward, solid advice and information, go for this book...if you're towards the far end of your healing journey, rest assured you already know most everything this book has to tell you.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars a wonderful book on healing, May 11, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Reach for the Rainbow: Advanced Healing for Survivors of Sexual Abuse (Paperback)

I read this book at a particularly difficult time in my life and it was so helpful. My experience was much less dramatic than those I've heard about and I was feeling as if I didn't have a right to my pain. This book really helped me accept the fact that just because I didn't have the worst documented experience, that didn't mean that the experience wasn't horrible for me. It gave me the validation I needed to heal. Don't be put off by the word "advanced" in the title--this was the first book I read after I was finally able to admit what had happened to me and it was just great for me.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely a great book., May 7, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Reach for the Rainbow: Advanced Healing for Survivors of Sexual Abuse (Paperback)

This book is soooooo helpful! Whenever I have a question about my past or want to understand how I feel I resort to this book! It has to be one of my favorite books about surviving. It's very cleary written and easy to read. I'm not one that likes to read a lot of "psychological talk," so this was a great read for me!