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Summary: Mr.Pelzer exceded the limits with this masterpiece.
Review: In Dave Pelzer's A Child Called "It" child abuse comes to life, being seen through the eyes of the victim, the child himself. The sadness and determination of an abused child touches the readers' heart. Surviving the abuse becomes part of the readers' life that feels obligated to help David live one more day. As a brutally beaten and starved boy, Mr. Pelzer wrote to inform the world how life feels without being loved. An attempt to prevent child abuse in devious ways was awarded by becoming a best seller. Odd yet interesting, Mr. Pelzer's book takes a different approach in showing how bad abuse becomes when the house empties of all witnesses. By describing the undesirable pain to the reader, Mr. Pelzer tries to discourage the thought of child abuse. Being the appealing book such as it has become, A Child Called "It" acquires recommendations to many readers because of its small and understandable layout. A Child Called "It," an inspirational bestseller, is based on a true story. In fact the author lived the life told in the story. Mr. Pelzer introduced a very realistic and understandable past. The games that were played by "the boy's" mother actually happened when Mr. Pelzer was a young boy. Therefor all of the information can be proven and can be used for any arguments that may prevent child abuse. Mr. Pelzer often asks to himself why his mother is causing him pain. This important question remains unanswered throughout the story. Moreover the question is never answered and remains a mystery through the books' end. The book, although short and easy to read, shows a sense of maturity that must be obtained before one can understand the book. A Child Called "It" is a source of sadness, joy, anger, humility, and being dumbfounded all in one. Mr. Pelzer carefully talks about how the abuse occurred while being sure not to leave out anything that may have been important. Many of the characters trials and tribulations are described to the very second of how and when they were done. However, because of the lack of knowledge the author could not always produce the answer to the question of why things were done. Nevertheless the attention of the reader does not stray because of the intense descriptions and horrid details as are explained by the character. Mr. Pelzer clearly pushes his point into the way of the reader with the gory details. People of all ages would be able to enjoy this bestseller nonetheless people of a high maturity level will probably accept the book as a great novel. Mr. Pelzer truly brought out the worst of his memories in order to inform the reader and world of the ongoing problem of child abuse. The greatest piece of the novel occurs in the last chapter entitled The Lords Prayer. At the point when David is sure that he will not live to see another day. He sits in the back seat of the station wagon praying for God to "... deliver [him] from evil." A Child Called "It" contained very few if any bad spots where things are desired. Now, more than ever, the knowledge of child abuse is greatly heightened due to the courage of one man who brought back all of his terrible memories into one great novel. After becoming the "It" and living his life, any person realizes how precious life always was. The great obstacle that was overcome by Mr. Pelzer gives the reader an example of undying courage. Anyone who has suffered as much as Mr. David Pelzer and lived to obtain such fame disserves to be called a greatly honored person.
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Summary: I thought the novel was excellent.
Review: Dave Pelzer's autobiographical novel, A Child Called "It," shows accounts of one child's struggle to overcome his biggest challenge-survival. His inspirational story of his own real life experiences grasps the attention of readers and never lets go. Audiences will become empathetic as the journey of Pelzer's life becomes more and more grueling. Pelzer wonderfully shows the horrific lifestyle of child abuse. He touches base on a topic that rarely receives the attention it deserves and needs. Pelzer's approach of writing in first person creates a more real and understandable atmosphere. For example, "'...Finally I told myself you cry you die. Now take care of the wound.'" To actually feel his pain, heartache, and solitude, makes one wonder how someone can find the inner-strength to overcome such torturous experiences. This magnificent piece of writing fills the minds of readers with truthful yet, devastating information, and will leave a huge impact on peoples lives. All of Pelzer's information comes from personal experiences. His childhood consisted of ritual beatings, occasional twisted games, and a series of days without food. Through his story, eyes should be open to the truth of life's hardships. Not every family can be like the "Brady Bunch" and no one should be naive to think that abuse doesn't happen. Pelzer brilliantly makes all accounts come dreadfully alive. His determination to overcome his fear, his mother, and his unbearable life makes on feel as though accompighing anything and overcoming everything is possible. Pelzer's aggressive writing style makes a person feel that no problem could ever amount to the obstacles in his life. As shown here, "I crept to the garage sink. I picked up the cleanest rag I could find in my heap of rags...Then I sat down and rolled my red, soggy shirt." What could possibly be worse? His points are clearly given in a way the average person could understand. I believe this book will have a lasting mark on society. Pelzer's greatest strength is the reality check that he slams in the readers' face. It does appear though, that Pelzer is a young writer and has many years to improve. Maybe if there were reasons given why he was singled out to be beaten, the story line would be easier to follow but, overall the story was remarkable.
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Summary: A horrific story of one boy's struggle to survive abuse.
Review: Imagine the horror of spending every waking hour in fear. Not knowing what kind of punishment and torture will have to be endured. Foremost not knowing if the daylight shining through the window will be the last ray of sun seen. Although many people are numb to the fact that child abuse really occurs in thousands of homes every day, it does. A Child Called "It" by Dave Pelzer, marvelously compares a life full of happiness and a life full of torture and pain. The book tells a whole lifetime of abuse into almost two hundred pages of riveting trama. It also displays one boy's courage to overcome all odds.
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Summary: It was the best two books I'v ever read
Review: I'm not someone who likes to read, but one day out of the clear blue sky I decided to pick up the book, The Lost Boy and after that I couldn't put it down. I couldn't beleive it, I actally had tears running down my face, it was so sad but had a happy ending to it. I recommend this book to anyone. It is a very inspirational story just as the book cover says it is. I think it is great how David turned out in the end. Also, dont forget to read A Child Called "It", thats a good one to.
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Summary: Very sobering and depressing
Review: I was deeply affected by this book. I hope that all is not true but it makes me wonder how in the world can a mother abuse her child like that. That is definitely not my world
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Summary: Captivating and Breaks Your Heart
Review: I read both of David's books in two nights and am looking forward to the final book to be in print. I am a mother of 2 girls and can't even imagine how a mother could treat her child in such a sadistic manner. David is an incredabily strong person and very much admired by all that read the book. I am hoping that his mother receives her just punishment... whatever that could possibly be.
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Summary: I found this book to be a very tender, heartbreaking story.
Review: Dave Pelzer has written an incredible story. The heartbreaking part is that he also lived the life that he has written about. The glorious part is that he surived and is able to share the awful truth about child abuse. We all need to be tuned in to the signs of abuse. This story brings awareness. It may save a life.
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Summary: An astounding book for those who are blissfully unaware.
Review: The courage to face the pain, and the insight into who was the actual problem, is astounding. This book leaves questions unanswered as to how he ended up as an adolescent and later as an adult has me running back to the bookstore. I was walking around the mall, killing time, when I popped into the bookstore to look at the bestsellers. This book caught my eye, and I began to read the first few pages. A woman standing nearby was watching my horror and tears, and also that I could not put it back on the shelf. She came up to me and told me that I would have to read the sequels, "The Lost Boy," and "Dave as The Man." Since my time was up & I had to run to meet my husband, I vowed to go back to the bookstore as soon as I could. When I did, I stood in one position for two hours in the aisle until I finished reading the entire book. Hooray! to David for telling his story! Many adults who have been abused in the name of love and "good parenting" have kept the secret for too long, unable to face the incredible pain and work through it to the freedom that lies on the other side. This story parallels my husband's experience as a child. He has told me only bits and pieces of his abuse, but his gestures are identical to David's descriptions of thoughts, feelings and reactions. My husband has not yet summoned up the courage to face his childhood pain. He has read "If You Had Controlling Parents," and is now reading, "Emotional Intelligence." However, he could not pick up the book to read the chapter on child abuse. I hope to gently suggest to him to read David's book, so that he can begin to know the freedom of breaking through the bonds of past pain. Keep going David. Speak to the men and women of this country who are in dire need of your strength and encouragement.
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Summary: A heart-breaker
Review: This book truly made me think of what happens to some kids and made me realize how fortunate I really am. It made me count my blessings over and over again. I cried while I read this book and couldn't put it down. How anyone could do that to their children is beyond me. THank you Dave for sharing your story! I can't wait to read the other two sequels!
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Summary: The Best Book I Ever Read...
Review: This most compelling book I have ever read, I cried the entire way through. I couldn't wait to read "The Lost Boy" and found it to be every bit as good as it answered all of the questions I was left with from the first book but gave me a few more that I am looking forward to be answered in his last book. I am waiting patiently for "A Man Named Dave" to be released.
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