The Shell of Me

A Survivor's Story of Childhood Sexual Abuse

Donna Patricia Castle

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FriesenPress
30 April 2024

Memoirs; Violence in society; Child abuse; Abnormal psychology; Coping with personal problems

"""Your life has had and still has beautiful things in it, but there are lots of weeds. You pull the weeds out, and for just a little while, everything is beautiful again. Then come the new weeds, and you must pull those out too.""

When Pat Castle was a little girl, her beautiful childhood came crashing down in an instant due to the violent act of a man she trusted. Told with raw and unflinching honesty, this gripping memoir bravely recounts how Pat's life was forever altered by the haunting echoes of Childhood Sexual Abuse (CSA). As the narrative weaves between cherished memories and the shadows of her past, readers come to understand how Pat navigated the aftermath of the abuse she faced-battling anger issues, fractured relationships, infertility, and PTSD.

Amidst the chaos, Pat clings to the one place that always offered solace-the shores of Lake Manitoba. The vast expanse of water becomes a mirror to her journey, with the raging waves reflecting the turbulence within her soul. It is here that she discovers a remarkable resiliency within herself.

Supported by meticulous research on CSA survivors, The Shell of Me is a powerful testament to the human spirit's capacity to survive in the face of unimaginable adversity. Even in the darkest moments, strength and determination prevails."

By: Donna Patricia Castle
Imprint: FriesenPress
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 145g
ISBN: 9781039198029
ISBN 10: 1039198023
Pages: 126
Publication Date: 30 April 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Pat lives in a quaint south-eastern town in Manitoba with her beautiful cats. Patricia's husband sadly passed away on Feb 23, 2024. She enjoys her flower gardens, visiting the lake, and spending time with her three sisters who live all over Manitoba. Pat continues working on her mental health.