Shattered : Reclaiming a Life Torn Apart by Violence

Rating:
Summary: Heartbreaking, Inspirational
Review: As someone who was also a victim of a violent attack, I was enlightened and inspired by Debra Puglisi Sharp's well-written account; by her clear explanation of post tramatic stress syndrome, her ability to reclaim her life and the dignity and love with which she speaks of her ordeal and her family.

I, too, had to "befriend" my attacker, to say whatever I could to save my life and those of my sisters. Debra helped to relieve me of the shame I've carried since. I can't recommend this book enough. It will help you as a victim, but also as a potential juror, should you ever sit on a similar trial.

Rating:
Summary: Raw emotion
Review: Debra Puglisi was enjoying a lovely day of gardening when her life was torn apart. A man who had previously been convicted of crimes against women was on the prowl looking for his next victim.

Debra, had left her door unlocked while she worked outside. While the unsuspecting Debra toiled in the garden, the man entered her home and shot her husband. When Debra walked inside. He grabbed her, raped and then abducted her.

Through sheer will, determination and careful thinking, Debra managed to stay alive through days of rape and humiliation.

She managed to break lose from her bondage and call the police. Once free she had to work her way through her emotional guilt.

Debra's story is one of bravery and courage. A gripping read and sadly a true one.

Rating:
Summary: highly recommended
Review: I highly recommend this book. It is a heart wrenching story about the amazing strength of a women that is truly a survivor! The way in which it was wrote allows the reader to get into the mind of this women and what she went through. You are left feeling that your problems really don't seem so bad and that you too can be survivor!

Rating:
Summary: highly recommended
Review: Inspiring, and very well written. Deeply moving account of a woman who has been through hell and yet kept her dignity, her sanity, and her inner strength. Out of her nightmare, she found the courage to help others and build a beautiful new life. A shining example for all who have suffered, or are helping others cope with the legacy of violence.

Rating:
Summary: Truly an inspirational story!!!!
Review: The book "Shattered" was and inspirational story about Mrs. Puglisi Sharp's shear determiniation and will to survive a situation that most assume will NEVER happen to them. Throughout the book I was in tears of both sadness for what she had to endure and also happiness for all of the circumstances she was able to overcome.