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Abusive childhoods span far beyond the stereotypes of uneducated families, drunken brawls and resounding neglect. In a kind, gentle voice, author Judith Villemain walks readers through her memories of a childhood that was darkened by degradation and harsh realities while sometimes also enlightened by love and support. Rudy's Doghouse is a must-read memoir about the emotional scars inflicted during an era when families commonly degraded children rather than nourishing them. Fast-turning pages are filled with vivid imagery, dreaded anticipation, and sanctuary. It is a book destined for broad discussion about the victims in our own families.

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Rudy's Doghouse reminds us that abuse isn't limited to one type of household and that even the children of professionals fall victim to humiliation, belittling and other traumas. The straight-forward, first-person story is likely to strike a chord with children and adults dealing with their own anxieties. Most importantly, it shows readers they can become whole again. - Carol Wick, Convergent Nonprofit Solutions principal, longtime abuse-victim advocate A real, raw look into Rudy's world, which makes my heart ache for the little girl she was. This story is sure to resonate with anyone who comes from an abusive background, but her compassion, wisdom and forgiveness will also bring hope for healing and for the future. - Peggy O'Brien McCall, former copy editor for Your Health magazine and homeschooling mom of four

Rudy's Doghouse reminds us that abuse isn't limited to one type of household and that even the children of professionals fall victim to humiliation, belittling and other traumas. The straight-forward, first-person story is likely to strike a chord with children and adults dealing with their own anxieties. Most importantly, it shows readers they can become whole again. - Carol Wick, Convergent Nonprofit Solutions principal, longtime abuse-victim advocate A real, raw look into Rudy's world, which makes my heart ache for the little girl she was. This story is sure to resonate with anyone who comes from an abusive background, but her compassion, wisdom and forgiveness will also bring hope for healing and for the future. - Peggy O'Brien McCall, former copy editor for Your Health magazine and homeschooling mom of four

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