My Truth 180°

"In Howishia McFadden's journey, ""My Truth 180"" you are invited into a deeply personal and transformative story. This book, a beacon of resilience and courage, chronicles of Howishia's path from silent suffering to empowered advocacy. When faced with the shattering truth of her children's abuse, Howishia's world is turned upside down. Her strength is tested as she confronts a legal system that fails to deliver justice, leading to a heart-wrenching realization of the pervasive silence surrounding sexual abuse. The narrative takes a turn toward healing during a symbolic act at the ocean, where pain and trauma are released into the waves, symbolized by little wooden caskets. This profound moment of letting go and embracing forgiveness is a testament to the power of resilience and the unbreakable bond of a mother with her children. Howishia's story is not just one of struggle, but also of hope and renewal, making it a deeply moving addition to Oprah's Book Club. A few years ago, Howishia McFadden's life was one of mere survival, masking her internal struggles with a veneer of normalcy. An unexpected twist at a Women's Prayer Retreat led her to a profound spiritual encounter, opening her eyes to new truths. This revelation came just in time, as her daughter Angel disclosed a dark secret: she had been a victim of sexual abuse. Howishia's maternal instincts kicked in, promising Angel that they would face this challenge together. The devastating revelation unraveled further, implicating Howishia's other children, Delilah and Dexter, who had also suffered at the hands of the same perpetrator, Paul. Each child had silently borne their trauma, a fact that pushed Howishia to the brink of despair and rage. Angel's journal entries reveal the depth of her pain and the innocence lost. A once carefree child, Angel became haunted by fear and mistrust, her smile masking an unspoken agony. This tragedy compelled Howishia to confront the harsh realities of sexual abuse and its pervasive, often silenced, presence in society. Determined to seek justice, Howishia found herself navigating a sluggish legal system and battling feelings of guilt and helplessness. Despite her relentless efforts, the outcome was a disheartening plea deal: Paul, the accused, received only probation, a result that deeply disillusioned Howishia. In a poignant act of healing and release, Howishia and her children symbolically buried their pain in the ocean, encased in little wooden caskets. This ritual marked a turning point, helping them to let go of their trauma and embrace a future of advocacy and resilience."