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Summary: Dave is not a liar
Review: I read reviews on this page and felt that most of the readers that gave the book only one star seemed to have expected the author to write in the best literature form possible, and expected the author to entertain them, wanting more than just a list of awful things that Dave's mother did to him. Although I understand that readers (including me) would like to know why his mother did such things to him, I do not think the author meant that to be the issue in the book, or maybe he actually cannot figure out why himself. In that sense I think the author did well describing what happend to the little Dave. Of course the story seemes like a fiction, because the author had to write it to let people know that there ARE stories that are sooooo awful that people just cannot believe them. It is because of the people, like some of the reviewers that say "Dave is a liar", that leads kids at risk to be in deeper hole.
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Summary: Biography by Dave Pelzer
Review: A Child Called "It" was a phenominal biography. After I started reading it I couldn't put the book down. You'll find yourself feeling the agony and pain he went through. You'll also realize that there's a beleiver in David and that's what kept him alive. I am not a reading type of gal, but this was an eye catcher! I recommend this fantastic read to everyone.
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Summary: A true story that draws a tear
Review: While reading the story I was able to view David's life through his own eyes. This story demonstrates the amazing ability of the heart and the infinite amount of spirit that can be contained within it. I have read hundreds of books and this one I will surly never forget. I have been touched in a way that, I believe, only something like this can bring about. I can only hope that this book circulates throughout the world so that, perhaps, things like this can be pervented in the future. I recommend this to anyone wanthing to read a book with an incredible meaning and influence.
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Summary: Read this
Review: "A Child Called 'It'" is a biography of a child that had to endure hardship. David goes through the book with pain and torture it could make some one cry. The people he thought that cared turned their backs and left him in shadow. David survives a heinous and horrifying ordeal. Certain people would have killed them selves to get away from the beatings and starvation that he has gone through. I thank David for sharing this experience and applaud his courage to survive.
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Summary: Fiction?
Review: I can't help wondering if this story is really true. It reads more like a Stephen King novel than a true story. How could so many teachers not have seen the purportedly obvious signs of abuse?
How could the neighbors not have seen the abuse? How could the social worker from the child welfare agency have been so naive/incompetent? There are too many blank spaces in the story. The testimonials given after the story don't ring true.However, if the story is true, it is one of the most tragic and horrifying stories that I have ever read.
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Summary: Is it fiction?
Review: I, like another reader, question the authenticity of this story.
It is too horrible to believe. How could so many teachers be so insensitive to the purportedly clear signs of abuse? How could the social worker from the child welfare agency be so naive and/or incompetent? The book reads more like a fictional horror-story than a real story. There are too many things unexplained. The testimonials given with the book somehow don't ring true. On the other hand, if the story is true, it is one of the most heart-rending stories I have ever read.
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Summary: A Memorable Masterpiece that You won't Forget
Review: A Child Called It is a touching memorable beautiful yet painful story about a young abused child. It's one of the best books I've read and recomend it to anyone with a big heart. It touches your life and brings emotions out of you towards every turn of the pages. It's a book you can't put down nor refuse to read. This is a wonderful book that will make you think more sensitive towards children and you won't forget this book.
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Summary: Too much to be believed
Review: Like Dave, I grew up in the child welfare system. Like Dave, my own life is not one that I want anyone else to live, ever. Like Dave I wrote books. Yet, even though we share some similiarities, as a child welfare system survivor, I cannot help but question, in my opinion, the honesty of this story. How for example can one certify, "the third worse case of child abuse in California history?" What exactly does that mean, third worst? Does California keep a ranking of child abuse cases that changes, somewhat like like the rankings of college football teams? Too many questions are unanswered. For example, how did Dave's mother go from loving to being an abusive mother? I also wonder why none of Dave's rescuers have stepped forward in a public way to support saving his life. In today's age of pervasive media and the information super highway, surely there is a place on Oprah, Montel, Ricki Lake, Phil, Fox TV, or any number of outlets looking for heros like those who saved Dave. If you are interested in a more realistic view of foster care, and the child welfare system, please read my book Kids Who Outwit Adults. Matt Damon wrote the foreword. If you want to be inspired, read God Is In The Kitchen and Other Everyday Miracles. Both are here on Amazon. Dr. John R. Seita
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Summary: Surviving the horror and making it through
Review: This story is indeed a horrible account of one of the worst cases of child abuse in California's history. While many reviewers have stated that this was "embellished" or written soley for the author to deal with his shame or to make money on the "dysfunctional family" circuit, I believe it is sincere and as accurate as an adult could remember upon recounting his childhood. If it's embellished or inaccurate, readers should overlook this because there are real people from the story who have written their thoughts on his situation, and have validated it to a degree. It's best to consider it a personal account of the unnecessary abuse that a child survived, and the fact that he never gave up on surviving. Taken in the context of the trilogy of books by this author, this first book isn't filled with the hope and conquering nature of human spirit that you'll find in the other two books. the trilogy of books provides an inspiring account of how this man endured, survived, and even found his place in the world successfully after a truly horrifying childhood. In this book, the reader cannot make sense of why the author was abused, but the point isn't to find out why. The point is to learn that he made it through and came out on the other side, and didn't end up approaching the rest of his life as a "victim". One thing that I believe every reader can get out of this is how a person can do his or her personal best, no matter what the circumstances, and live to feel good about who they are. I find it amazing that the author could endure what he did and turn around and share his experience, strength, and triumph with others. I couldn't give this book five stars because taken alone, it doesn't give the reader the full story of what this person made of his life, and does leave the reader feeling "chewed up and spit out" at the end of this story. It does leave the reader wondering a bit. However, I'd certainly rank the trilogy with five stars because of the powerful message it delivers. If you're looking for a mind-boggling account of just how bad child abuse can get, and what the child does to deal with it from his perspective, this is a good book to read. If you're looking for inspiration, you'll need to read the other two books he wrote to get there.
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Summary: This book has changed my life.
Review: I am only 12 years old and in 7th grade but, i do know a good book when i read one. I am not the type of girl who loves to read. I dont like to read at all, unless it is a really good book. when my step-mom told me about this book i was not that excited. But just to make her happy i went and checked out the book from the library. I read one page and fell totally in LOVE with the book. I read all day and all night that day. I didnt even stop to eat, i ate while i read. I cried throughout most of the book. I have been having problems with my mom for the past 2 years. she doesnt hit me, we just dont get along. i always thought that she treated me soooo bad and that everyone else in the world is so lucky, but not me. well i realized that i was wrong. REAL WRONG! after i read the book i came home and gave my mom a big hug and told her that i loved her and i was sorry and that i read the book. i told her about it. This book changed my life. me and my mom are doing more stuff together and we get along alot better now. well i have a book report due on it in two days so i better hurry up and finish it. I have to present it so......wish me luck and PLEASE READ THE BOOK!
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