Through My Eyes

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Reads 2,304
Votes 945
Parts 4
Time 37m

Mature

alcoholism cheating childabuse drama dysfunctional emotionaljourney emotionalrollercoaster familydysfunction familyproblems homeschooling secretaffair substanceabuse suicidalthoughts texttospeech thriller

In a world where innocence is shattered, in the darkest corners of her young life, a twelve-year-old girl named Penelope Reed endures a heart-wrenching journey of abuse inflicted by those closest to her.

Trapped within her own home, she faces
unimaginable challenges and trauma as she navigates a toxic relationship with her controlling mother. With her new homeschool teacher and her mother unleashing cruelty upon her fragile spirit, and her alcoholic father casting shadows of despair, she is trapped in a suffocating existence and a broken home.

This moving story will transport you to a world where hope, love, and courage flicker like a fragile flame, urging you to witness a child's fearless spirit, as Penelope battles against the odds, seeking peace amidst the chaos.

#1 in family dysfunction (17/7/23) (8/6/24)
#1 in emotional journey (20/7/23)

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Trigger Warning

This story contains mentions to the following themes:

- domestic violence
- child abuse
- self-harm
- sexual assault
- substance abuse
- alcoholism
- mental illness
- suicide attempts

It is not suitable for readers who are under 18 years old or are easily disturbed.

If you or someone you know is struggling with the issues that are in this book, please reach out to the following organizations, which can provide you with free, confidential assistance.

www.crisistextline.org

www.childhelphotline.org

www.thetrevorproject.org

www.samhsa.gov

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention can be reached at 1-800-273-8255All Rights Reserved

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