Overview
I'm sorry for what I did to you when you were younger. When Jane Epstein's brother makes this confession, a tsunami of memories floods over her. She remembers the years of sexual abuse at his hands. The pain. The shame. Suffering from trauma few talk about, Epstein searches for solace in strip clubs and hotel rooms. She finds love, loses it, and loves again. Years pass before she dares to dive into the depths of her past. Only then does she begin to heal. Though nothing can restore a stolen childhood, and nothing can reclaim lost innocence, I Feel Real Guilty is more than the raw, unfiltered tale of one woman wrestling with her demons. It's a call to arms, an invitation to survivors to speak out and reclaim their power. Epstein's story shines a spotlight on the secrets of sibling sexual abuse, providing a ray of hope and strength for those still trapped in their own private darkness.
Full Product Details
Author: Jane Epstein
Publisher: Life to Paper Publishing
Imprint: Life to Paper Publishing
Dimensions:
Width: 15.20cm
, Height: 1.60cm
, Length: 22.90cm
Weight: 0.413kg
ISBN: 9781990700309
ISBN 10: 1990700306
Pages: 280
Publication Date: 09 September 2024
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
Epstein succeeds in her goal of bringing attention to a shockingly common and tragically underrepresented form of abuse, marking a milestone in her ongoing advocacy project. Kirkus Reviews Empowering memoir of sibling sexual abuse that offers hope for healing. Booklife by Publisher's Weekly Jane Epstein makes the case for overcoming the wretched experiences of family sexual abuse in an honest and brave memoir. For all of us who have endured family sexual abuse and are looking for paths forward, reading I Feel Real Guilty will provide a roadmap to recovery. Jackie Speier, Former U.S. Congresswoman, a fighter for equality, our troops, and the working poor and author of Undaunted Jane shares her personal battles, giving a voice to survivors and their families who have struggled in silence. This essential read offers hope to all and is crucial for those aiming to end this hidden form of abuse. I Feel Real Guilty is an important step toward eradicating this insidious trauma that affects countless children and families globally. Brad Watts, author of Sibling Sexual Abuse: A Guide for Confronting America's Silent Epidemic, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider (CSOTP) specializing in working with families where sibling sexual abuse has occurred.
