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A Child Called 'It'

By: David Pelzer
Narrated by: Brian Keeler
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Dave Pelzer was brutally abused as a child by his emotionally unstable, alcoholic mother. She considered him a slave - no longer a boy, but an "it".

He was physically and mentally tortured and starved. The outside world knew nothing of the nightmare he experienced behind closed doors, and his father was aware of the abuse but turned to denial and alcohol. The abuse only fueled a determination to survive and become stronger.

He eventually found amazing strength from his experiences: both in himself and other people.

Listen to the second book in David Pelzer's harrowing, multi-part memoir of child abuse: The Lost Boy.©1995 David Pelzer (P)2001 Recorded Books Abuse Dysfunctional Families Parenting & Families Relationships Inspiring Scary Thought-Provoking Child Development

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"Pelzer's portrayal of domestic tyranny and eventual escape is unforgettable." ( School Library Journal)
Powerful Memoir • Inspirational Survival Story • Emotional Narration • Eye-opening Perspective • Courageous Storytelling
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I read this book before listening to it. I knew it would be good and it was. I recomend this.

Good one

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This was probably the best book I've listened too / read in my life. I got very emotional while listening to this book and even got sick to my stomach during some parts. I feel that everyone, whether they've been abused or not, should listen to this book. It is very relatable and may open your eyes to why some people act the way they do.

Amazing

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This is such a heartbreaking story. Especially inspiring that Dave is a living testimony! My heart is full to know that he is living a happy life with his family and is able to speak to others about his experience! Thank you!

Mind blowing and inspirational!

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I love this book my teacher actually read this to me in 8th grade I was about 13 I'm 31 soon an I've never forgotten it it inspired me to want to read i bought the book but with my issues I'm unable to read so this audible was great I so badly wanted to here it now I'm excited to read the others yes its sad but so heartfelt and really can help ppl see the truth

best book so heart felt

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Extraordinary and profound read This is a statement of what he human soul can withstand. Those of us who grew up hiding the bruises and plastering smiles to cover the broken edges of the children we used to be.
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This is an excellent book and needs to be read more!

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This child endured so much pain and suffering, and still loved his mother despite what she put him. My point of view is simply this. "In the eyes of a child, Mother is God" The bringer of life.

Every Child Is A Gift.

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This is the first audible book I’ve read and BOY!!!!! This book made me want to find this woman and deal with her. I was so happy when I got to the end. So happy he survived. I have sooooo many questions. This book was a great read!!!

So many emotions!!!

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My husband and I are foster parents. This book reaffirms our dedication to caring for abused and neglected children. We were in tears as we listened to this account. I'm so glad he had a happy ending.

Heart Breaking

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I thought I had a hard and mean mama growing up, but not until you have walked in someone else is shoes are you blessed.

Heartbreaking

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I’m a truck driver hearing this story makes me love my son more and more I could not believe how she treats her son very good book and glad Dave is good now

Very very good

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