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| 2010-02-06 17:09:57 |
| Fae Florida,USA |
| I bought your book at the Merl Grove Alumni fund raiser and loved the read . my children could not believe that I bought a book because they infrequently saw me reading….. LOL. I am an alumnus of Merl grove also … Class of 1972. My daughter was the one with the natural hair that you admired.
I loved your book and was in tears reading it on the plane back to Florida yesterday. I am also form the country and experienced a lot of the love and community spirit you described while at Mama. I finished it before I landed. Another joke for my children. I felt your pain and was hoping you would have ran away (run wey) back to Mama. Although in retrospect your life would not have been impacted by the nice teachers you met at Merl Grove. I am proud you finally overcome and hope you are fine. I hope you write another book as I am anxious to hear about whether your mother ever apologized to you as she really should have.
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| 2009-07-16 17:35:26 |
| Anne S Vancouver,Canada |
| This is a story of Michelle's journey. Whatever was our own abuse story, we can relate to Michelle's anguish. We recognize in ourselves the numbness. We feel her fear, shame, guilt and know "the silence". We see ourselves in her truth.
Michelle's voice, in poignant and candid prose, gives us permission to feel again. We are validated and empowered. Her survival is our hope. Her words give us courage. Michelle brings us on her journey, guiding us gently and showing us that we too can overcome and that we shall.
Anne S. |
| 2009-04-07 16:44:56 |
| Michelle Bridgeport,CT |
| DEAR Michelle, took me one to read your book,its a great book.You are a brave person, you are also strong to carry around all those burdens all by yourself as a child and still make it to the top. What i want to know is, did your mother ever come to terms with herself and ask for forgiveness from you and mama how long did she live for after her illness? Michelle i have two girls and reading your book makes me want to bond with them even more. Keep up the good work and stay keeping strong. |
| 2008-11-15 10:47:06 |
| Stefanie Boston,USA |
| Reading your memoir made me realize that one can never be too careful with their most prized possession-their children. Not only have your story opened my eyes but it has also inspired me! Has a human being if everyone takes the time to be........what a difference we could make as a society. |
| 2008-11-13 19:06:58 |
| Jonathan New Britain,USA |
| Wow! Your story was so powerful that it made tears come to my eyes. I had to remind msyelf that I am a man, therefore I should not get emotional. While reading the book I could feel and sense your passion. You have a very unique writing style, one that captured and held my attention from start to finish... you are a brave woman to share your story...All the best |
| 2008-11-12 09:18:25 |
| Gabriela Contreras Oxnard,USA |
| I really enjoyed the book. Awesome story...sweet, deep, emotional... a lot of feelings. I just love it. Michelle you are a great woman! |
| 2008-09-06 13:10:23 |
| Simon Enterprises Baltimore,USA |
| Your interview on 88.9 WEAA has been touching and humbling. Continue to share your story to the masses. I will like to put your info on our web site to held bring light to abuse of children and the effect it has. Most abuse has no physical scares but it has a deep rooted mental scars.
I will like to put your link and info on my web site as a gesture of your dedication to make people aware of this cancer in our society.
www.simonenterprise.com ~Mr. Simon |
| 2008-09-01 09:28:48 |
| David Burey West Hartford,U.S.A. |
| Your book displays a kind of courage that is rare. Congratulations on your courage and strength of character.The first part of the book brought back memories of aspects of Jamaican life and makes for fun reading. Your exposure of the sordid behavior of your Dad is a wake up call for all of us; but the biggest lesson is your triumph over adversity. I'll encourage everyone to read it and i wish you all the success. |
| 2008-08-22 09:37:28 |
| Verne New York,USA |
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Dear Michelle,
I got the chance to read your book while I was away last week. I didn’t want to call because I have so much to say…I somehow think I can convey it better in writing.
First, let me say congratulations again on making your goal a reality. Not many people get that opportunity. Count yourself blessed.
Second, I am extremely proud to call you my friend…not because you wrote a book but because you wrote this book. A Child’s Voice is not only your story but a story that so many of us share. When you told me about the book, I had an idea that this was your truth that needed to be told. I waited for the book anxiously because I know that abuse is not an easy thing to write about especially if the abuse happened to you. I must admit that the first few chapters started out slow for me but I guess you had to set the stage.
After “The Telegram” I couldn’t put it down. I read the book as if you had written it especially for me. By the end I was in tears because when you found the voice to confront the people that had hurt you the most….I was tremendously proud. Again, very few of us ever find that voice.
Your journey has taken you down some roads that others may have not been able to make it through. You have emerged a beautiful, strong woman. The many times you cried out to God and you thought He wasn’t listening….He had a plan for you that you just didn’t understand. I hope it is becoming clearer to you because the many angels he sent to you
were there to keep you going for a special time like this… when you would become an angel to many young girls/women who cannot find their own voice.
Keep writing, keep living and keep loving but most of all keep trusting God. He will never fail you. Thank you for sharing your story…our story. Though the setting and characters are different, the pain is the same, the darkness is the same and the guilt is the same. The great thing is that we can also share in the rebuilding of our lives.
God has knitted us together for a reason. I believe that everyone who enters my life is there for a reason. I will keep you in my prayers but now I will know what to pray for.
Woman of valor…shout on….that the world would hear your voice
A voice that speaks not only of the darkness of her past but of the hope for a future bright and clear
Strengthened by the mighty power of heaven…you shall conquer…we shall conquer.
Love
Verne |
| 2008-08-21 18:14:06 |
| Kathy Oakland,California |
| Wow! I was blown away when I read this memoir. The vivid languages in this book from the prologue to the epilogue had me mesmerized. The authors voice was unique,powerful and full of passion. I was disappointed when the book ended because I wanted to read more. This book is a must read and I know that it will be on the bestseller list one day. Michelle I admire you for having a voice- Kathy |
| 2008-08-20 14:39:42 |
| Sara Robinson Charottesville, VA,USA |
| A wonderful testimony to inner strength and then the courage to put all this in writing. To share her utmost feelings, and gain her own validity through the love of people and then from the recognition that she could love herself, is worthy of any memoir. I would love to read a sequel and stay connected!
Sara |
| 2008-08-19 14:10:01 |
| Lisa New York,USA |
| The author of this book is an emotionally strong woman.
A CHILDS VOICE is a must read!
If you were ever verbally or physically abused as a young, helpless, naive child;read this book. It will change your life.It positively changed mine. |
| 2008-08-12 10:04:10 |
| Ed Monroe,USA |
| I just finished the book last night. A very easy read in that I finished the book in two readings. I could definatley have finished the book in one sitting if my schedule had allowed it. Quite an interesting and triumphant story. Michelle's life would make for a great movie. So glad a got a copy of the book. |
| 2008-07-23 19:45:31 |
| Bridget Atlanta,USA |
| I really enjoyed reading your book. It brought back many fond memories of growing up in Jamaica.Your messasge is powerful and inspiring not just for people who have suffered from abuse but also for anyone who needs the courage to speak up for themselves.
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| 2008-07-23 18:52:03 |
| Susan Cape Coral,USA |
| This book was very moving both from both sides of the fence. If this has never happened to you, it radiates with power in the author's struggle to come to grips with her childhood nightmare. If you, too, have suffered this kind of pain, then the author gives you strength and the power to fight the demons and rise above such tragic circumstances. I was able to read the book in a day practically uninterrupted. I wanted more, I was touched and moved by this first hand account and have a vivid understanding of what every child who experiences such terror must deal with while they are in the throes of such abuse and for the remainder of their lives. The author gives hope to those children to let them know you are not alone and it takes a strong person to find a place later in life to be happy and put these events behind you. |
| 2008-07-22 14:07:39 |
| Nancy Fairfield, CT,US |
| I loved the flow of this book. Although it was disturbing there is a message to any child facing abuse. The message is strong and positive. The book shows that a strong spirit and a \\\"village\\\" can conquer even the very worst in life. A page turner......
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| 2008-07-22 13:08:49 |
| Andrea Maryland,US |
| I started reading your story this morning on the metro. I didn’t feel like driving in to work today so I took the long but relaxing commute to work.
I could not put the book down, literally. So here I am sitting at my desk with a week’s worth of work and I did not stop reading until the book was finished.There are many people who would benefit from knowing that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. They need to be exposed to your story and to you. I am behind you and this book 100%
I wish you Random acts of kindness and unimaginable acts of love.
Andrea
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| 2008-07-22 13:01:49 |
| Veena New Haven, CT,USA |
| Michelle’s voyage of discovering her “voice” and gaining courage to speak out is empowering for all readers. Her ability to share her thoughts and memories with the reader is inspiring. She is a strong woman committed to share her story of hope, despair and strength. This book will provide hope, insight and support to many.
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| 2008-07-22 13:00:03 |
| Nancy Redding, CT,USA |
| I loved the flow of this book. Although it was disturbing there is a message to any child facing abuse. The message is strong and positive. The book shows that a strong spirit and a \"village\" can conquer even the very worst in life. A page turner......
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| 2008-07-22 02:03:45 |
| Jenny California,America |
| this is my first review on this site and i find this site quite interesting plz come and post reviews |
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