Author: Priscilla Cicek
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781977537263
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 158
Book Description
This memoir documents the struggles of one young boy in a land far from his home. When a Canadian family chose to house a foreign exchange student, Jae seemed like a perfect match. He was respectful, diligent, and happy to hang out with the two sons. Jae, Thomas, and Aaron quickly bonded and thought of themselves as brothers. No one could have predicted what would happen next. Although Jae had come to Canada with a positive attitude and big dreams, it was much harder than he had expected. He was an ocean away from everyone he knew and was subjected to bullying and harassment every day at school. The family didn't know that Jae was in mental crisis. They didn't see the warning signs until the unimaginable happened, and by then, it was too late. In this look back at the most difficult time of her life, Priscilla Cicek writes with purpose. She hopes that by telling the story of her family, others can learn how to spot the signs of a mental health crisis and understand how important it is to seek help for yourself-or for others. Suffering in silence can lead to tragedy.
Broken Brother
Author: Priscilla Cicek
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781977537263
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 158
Book Description
This memoir documents the struggles of one young boy in a land far from his home. When a Canadian family chose to house a foreign exchange student, Jae seemed like a perfect match. He was respectful, diligent, and happy to hang out with the two sons. Jae, Thomas, and Aaron quickly bonded and thought of themselves as brothers. No one could have predicted what would happen next. Although Jae had come to Canada with a positive attitude and big dreams, it was much harder than he had expected. He was an ocean away from everyone he knew and was subjected to bullying and harassment every day at school. The family didn't know that Jae was in mental crisis. They didn't see the warning signs until the unimaginable happened, and by then, it was too late. In this look back at the most difficult time of her life, Priscilla Cicek writes with purpose. She hopes that by telling the story of her family, others can learn how to spot the signs of a mental health crisis and understand how important it is to seek help for yourself-or for others. Suffering in silence can lead to tragedy.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781977537263
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 158
Book Description
This memoir documents the struggles of one young boy in a land far from his home. When a Canadian family chose to house a foreign exchange student, Jae seemed like a perfect match. He was respectful, diligent, and happy to hang out with the two sons. Jae, Thomas, and Aaron quickly bonded and thought of themselves as brothers. No one could have predicted what would happen next. Although Jae had come to Canada with a positive attitude and big dreams, it was much harder than he had expected. He was an ocean away from everyone he knew and was subjected to bullying and harassment every day at school. The family didn't know that Jae was in mental crisis. They didn't see the warning signs until the unimaginable happened, and by then, it was too late. In this look back at the most difficult time of her life, Priscilla Cicek writes with purpose. She hopes that by telling the story of her family, others can learn how to spot the signs of a mental health crisis and understand how important it is to seek help for yourself-or for others. Suffering in silence can lead to tragedy.
Beauty of the Broken
Author: Tawni Waters
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1481407090
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
As if her parents' heavy drinking and her father's abuse--which nearly killed her half-brother, Iggy--were not enough, fifteen-year-old Mara is caught kissing her girlfriend, Xylia, by the preacher's son and becomes terrified that her own life is at risk.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1481407090
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
As if her parents' heavy drinking and her father's abuse--which nearly killed her half-brother, Iggy--were not enough, fifteen-year-old Mara is caught kissing her girlfriend, Xylia, by the preacher's son and becomes terrified that her own life is at risk.
The House of Broken Angels
Author: Luis Alberto Urrea
Publisher: Little, Brown
ISBN: 0316516252
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 275
Book Description
In this "raucous, moving, and necessary" story by a Pulitzer Prize finalist (San Francisco Chronicle), the De La Cruzes, a family on the Mexican-American border, celebrate two of their most beloved relatives during a joyous and bittersweet weekend. "All we do, mija, is love. Love is the answer. Nothing stops it. Not borders. Not death." In his final days, beloved and ailing patriarch Miguel Angel de La Cruz, affectionately called Big Angel, has summoned his entire clan for one last legendary birthday party. But as the party approaches, his mother, nearly one hundred, dies, transforming the weekend into a farewell doubleheader. Among the guests is Big Angel's half brother, known as Little Angel, who must reckon with the truth that although he shares a father with his siblings, he has not, as a half gringo, shared a life. Across two bittersweet days in their San Diego neighborhood, the revelers mingle among the palm trees and cacti, celebrating the lives of Big Angel and his mother, and recounting the many inspiring tales that have passed into family lore, the acts both ordinary and heroic that brought these citizens to a fraught and sublime country and allowed them to flourish in the land they have come to call home. Teeming with brilliance and humor, authentic at every turn, The House of Broken Angels is Luis Alberto Urrea at his best, and cements his reputation as a storyteller of the first rank. "Epic . . . Rambunctious . . . Highly entertaining." -- New York Times Book Review"Intimate and touching . . . the stuff of legend." -- San Francisco Chronicle"An immensely charming and moving tale." -- Boston GlobeNational Bestseller and National Book Critics Circle Award finalistA New York Times Notable BookOne of the Best Books of the Year from National Public Radio, American Library Association, San Francisco Chronicle, BookPage, Newsday, BuzzFeed, Kirkus, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Literary Hub
Publisher: Little, Brown
ISBN: 0316516252
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 275
Book Description
In this "raucous, moving, and necessary" story by a Pulitzer Prize finalist (San Francisco Chronicle), the De La Cruzes, a family on the Mexican-American border, celebrate two of their most beloved relatives during a joyous and bittersweet weekend. "All we do, mija, is love. Love is the answer. Nothing stops it. Not borders. Not death." In his final days, beloved and ailing patriarch Miguel Angel de La Cruz, affectionately called Big Angel, has summoned his entire clan for one last legendary birthday party. But as the party approaches, his mother, nearly one hundred, dies, transforming the weekend into a farewell doubleheader. Among the guests is Big Angel's half brother, known as Little Angel, who must reckon with the truth that although he shares a father with his siblings, he has not, as a half gringo, shared a life. Across two bittersweet days in their San Diego neighborhood, the revelers mingle among the palm trees and cacti, celebrating the lives of Big Angel and his mother, and recounting the many inspiring tales that have passed into family lore, the acts both ordinary and heroic that brought these citizens to a fraught and sublime country and allowed them to flourish in the land they have come to call home. Teeming with brilliance and humor, authentic at every turn, The House of Broken Angels is Luis Alberto Urrea at his best, and cements his reputation as a storyteller of the first rank. "Epic . . . Rambunctious . . . Highly entertaining." -- New York Times Book Review"Intimate and touching . . . the stuff of legend." -- San Francisco Chronicle"An immensely charming and moving tale." -- Boston GlobeNational Bestseller and National Book Critics Circle Award finalistA New York Times Notable BookOne of the Best Books of the Year from National Public Radio, American Library Association, San Francisco Chronicle, BookPage, Newsday, BuzzFeed, Kirkus, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Literary Hub
Broken
Author: Anita Butler
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN: 1480906654
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
Broken by A. E. Butler Meklah' Linder wants her version of the American Dream... Success, Happiness, and Love! She has obtained success despite her various setbacks. However in the happiness and love departments her life is quite Broken. When handsome, successful, genuine Kevin Slater comes along and finds her crying in a park he is all too willing to help her fulfill her American Dream. Presently haunting her are legal issues with Marcus and a New Year's encounter with Jonathan. Will Meklah open her heart one more time and accept Kevin's offer, or will she let her past bad relationship choices ruin her chance for true love? Despite his grand gestures, support, reassurance and honest-wholesome-passionate love for her, Meklah pushes Kevin aside to keep her and Jonathan's secret... which becomes a fatal mistake. About the Author A. E. Butler was raised in the southeast coastal town of Port Arthur, TX. After graduating Abraham Lincoln H.S. she served her country in the U.S.M.C. for six years. She transitioned from serving her country to raise her family, and pursue other career choices in Accounting and Writing. Broken is her first published work, drawn from some of her own life experiences, and the experiences of others she's known who have been disappointed in love. Though a fictional account she wants Broken to be a life lesson to pursue Restoration!
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN: 1480906654
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
Broken by A. E. Butler Meklah' Linder wants her version of the American Dream... Success, Happiness, and Love! She has obtained success despite her various setbacks. However in the happiness and love departments her life is quite Broken. When handsome, successful, genuine Kevin Slater comes along and finds her crying in a park he is all too willing to help her fulfill her American Dream. Presently haunting her are legal issues with Marcus and a New Year's encounter with Jonathan. Will Meklah open her heart one more time and accept Kevin's offer, or will she let her past bad relationship choices ruin her chance for true love? Despite his grand gestures, support, reassurance and honest-wholesome-passionate love for her, Meklah pushes Kevin aside to keep her and Jonathan's secret... which becomes a fatal mistake. About the Author A. E. Butler was raised in the southeast coastal town of Port Arthur, TX. After graduating Abraham Lincoln H.S. she served her country in the U.S.M.C. for six years. She transitioned from serving her country to raise her family, and pursue other career choices in Accounting and Writing. Broken is her first published work, drawn from some of her own life experiences, and the experiences of others she's known who have been disappointed in love. Though a fictional account she wants Broken to be a life lesson to pursue Restoration!
Broken and Screwed
Author: Tijan
Publisher: EverAfter Romance
ISBN: 9781682304853
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Alexandra's older brother died the night he graduated. That day changed everything for her. No longer was she the party girl. No longer did she care about being popular and no longer was her family the happy unit she always thought existed. The only person who could help her heal is the same person who loved her brother as much as she did, his best friend. She only hopes to keep her entire heart from breaking when Jesse will move on, and she knows he will. After Ethan died, Jesse excelled at basketball, partying, and girls. He used it all to turn his emotions off, but the irony was that Alex was the only person who could do that for him. She helped him forget, but she was the one person he shouldn't be with because the secrets he knows could shatter everything. They could shatter her. This is part one, so expect a cliffhanger for an ending.
Publisher: EverAfter Romance
ISBN: 9781682304853
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Alexandra's older brother died the night he graduated. That day changed everything for her. No longer was she the party girl. No longer did she care about being popular and no longer was her family the happy unit she always thought existed. The only person who could help her heal is the same person who loved her brother as much as she did, his best friend. She only hopes to keep her entire heart from breaking when Jesse will move on, and she knows he will. After Ethan died, Jesse excelled at basketball, partying, and girls. He used it all to turn his emotions off, but the irony was that Alex was the only person who could do that for him. She helped him forget, but she was the one person he shouldn't be with because the secrets he knows could shatter everything. They could shatter her. This is part one, so expect a cliffhanger for an ending.
Broken Tools in God's Hands
Author: Keith Ellerbrock
Publisher: Xulon Press
ISBN: 1609578937
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
"I may be forgiven (maybe), but after what I've done, my life is basically over." "I'm damaged goods now. Forgiven? Sure. Able to be used? Maybe for little stuff (maybe), but never again for anything important." Ever thought things like that? Join the club! They're lies, though - lies we often speak to ourselves. Broken Tools In God's Hands was written so you can know God's rescuing grace more deeply and be set free to serve Him with new hope and joy in your heart. Do you think God can't use you when you're broken? Then ponder this: The truth is, God can only use you as He desires when you're broken - when you plainly see your sinfulness, your helplessness, your need for the Savior. That's when Jesus can pour out His blood-bought declaration of "not guilty" into your life, declare you to be His perfect tool, and use you for mighty things. Author Keith Ellerbrock invites you to take a close look at the ugly underbelly of some of the biblical heroes of faith so you can see that they were just as messed up by nature as you are, then take a closer look at God's amazing grace toward them to see that since the blood of Jesus was able to forgive and cleanse these flawed and tainted saints, it's more than able to forgive and cleanse you. Just as God gave them second, third, and however many chances, so He gives those clean do-overs to you. And He will use you. You have His Word on it! St. Louis native Keith Ellerbrock has been a pastor in the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod for 25 years. He currently serves Trinity Lutheran Church in Bridgeton, Missouri. He's the undeservedly blessed husband of Dawn and father of Erin, Adam, and Daniel.
Publisher: Xulon Press
ISBN: 1609578937
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
"I may be forgiven (maybe), but after what I've done, my life is basically over." "I'm damaged goods now. Forgiven? Sure. Able to be used? Maybe for little stuff (maybe), but never again for anything important." Ever thought things like that? Join the club! They're lies, though - lies we often speak to ourselves. Broken Tools In God's Hands was written so you can know God's rescuing grace more deeply and be set free to serve Him with new hope and joy in your heart. Do you think God can't use you when you're broken? Then ponder this: The truth is, God can only use you as He desires when you're broken - when you plainly see your sinfulness, your helplessness, your need for the Savior. That's when Jesus can pour out His blood-bought declaration of "not guilty" into your life, declare you to be His perfect tool, and use you for mighty things. Author Keith Ellerbrock invites you to take a close look at the ugly underbelly of some of the biblical heroes of faith so you can see that they were just as messed up by nature as you are, then take a closer look at God's amazing grace toward them to see that since the blood of Jesus was able to forgive and cleanse these flawed and tainted saints, it's more than able to forgive and cleanse you. Just as God gave them second, third, and however many chances, so He gives those clean do-overs to you. And He will use you. You have His Word on it! St. Louis native Keith Ellerbrock has been a pastor in the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod for 25 years. He currently serves Trinity Lutheran Church in Bridgeton, Missouri. He's the undeservedly blessed husband of Dawn and father of Erin, Adam, and Daniel.
Better Broken
Author: Sean J. Rogers
Publisher: BenBella Books
ISBN: 1637743874
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Your trauma is your tactical advantage. Harness it to create the life of your dreams. From enduring an abusive childhood to fighting as a Special Forces Green Beret in the war in Afghanistan, Sean Rogers has come away from his hardships with the tools necessary to not only survive but thrive. He knows firsthand what it means to face your trauma and use it as a source for incredible strength. In Better Broken, Rogers helps readers from all walks of life harness their trauma for good, by: Identifying, accepting, and embracing your own personal triggers and faults Learning when change needs to come from within, and when you can change your environment instead Overcoming a victim mindset and developing the agency required to take control of your life Translating your behavioral growth to financial growth Taking care of your mind, body, and spirit—and building the habits you need to stay healthy Your past doesn’t have to hold you back anymore. It’s not only possible to overcome your trauma, but to let it strengthen you—and help you become unstoppable.
Publisher: BenBella Books
ISBN: 1637743874
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Your trauma is your tactical advantage. Harness it to create the life of your dreams. From enduring an abusive childhood to fighting as a Special Forces Green Beret in the war in Afghanistan, Sean Rogers has come away from his hardships with the tools necessary to not only survive but thrive. He knows firsthand what it means to face your trauma and use it as a source for incredible strength. In Better Broken, Rogers helps readers from all walks of life harness their trauma for good, by: Identifying, accepting, and embracing your own personal triggers and faults Learning when change needs to come from within, and when you can change your environment instead Overcoming a victim mindset and developing the agency required to take control of your life Translating your behavioral growth to financial growth Taking care of your mind, body, and spirit—and building the habits you need to stay healthy Your past doesn’t have to hold you back anymore. It’s not only possible to overcome your trauma, but to let it strengthen you—and help you become unstoppable.
Rebirth: Broken Lord
Author: Wu JinGuangHui
Publisher: Funstory
ISBN: 1636314414
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 919
Book Description
"Soft as water." Han Yu, who was carrying the delicate woman in his arms, instantly opened his eyes with his mouth wide open. He was so shocked that he could swallow a goose egg. "Eh? Didn't I get slapped to death by the Sect Master? "
Publisher: Funstory
ISBN: 1636314414
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 919
Book Description
"Soft as water." Han Yu, who was carrying the delicate woman in his arms, instantly opened his eyes with his mouth wide open. He was so shocked that he could swallow a goose egg. "Eh? Didn't I get slapped to death by the Sect Master? "
The Broken Promise
Author: Mabior P. Mach
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1532019920
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
Makeer is a man of high hopes. Intelligent and educated, he is a teacher in Sudan when he leaves his home and family for the bush, to fight for freedom and human dignity. At home, his sons must fight their own battles, as violence and death by malnutrition increase. Yet, nothing is quite as horrific as the way man treats man in the African battle for peace. The Broken Promise is based on the true terrors of the Sudanese Civil War. Fighting for the prosperity of his country, Makeer is blind-sided by the hypocrisy of his leaders while dodging bullets and watching his family die. He finds strength in moments of hope, mixed with intense despair, but is hope enough to keep him fighting while the world goes mad? Makeer might glimpse ultimate victorytouch for a moment high ideals and moralitybut he soon comes face to face with blackmail and murder in South Sudan, a new country he helped curve out of the Sudan. War is a thing of corruption and betrayal, which Makeer learns fi rst hand. However, he fights onward, proving that no amount of suffering will ever suppress the quest for human dignity.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1532019920
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
Makeer is a man of high hopes. Intelligent and educated, he is a teacher in Sudan when he leaves his home and family for the bush, to fight for freedom and human dignity. At home, his sons must fight their own battles, as violence and death by malnutrition increase. Yet, nothing is quite as horrific as the way man treats man in the African battle for peace. The Broken Promise is based on the true terrors of the Sudanese Civil War. Fighting for the prosperity of his country, Makeer is blind-sided by the hypocrisy of his leaders while dodging bullets and watching his family die. He finds strength in moments of hope, mixed with intense despair, but is hope enough to keep him fighting while the world goes mad? Makeer might glimpse ultimate victorytouch for a moment high ideals and moralitybut he soon comes face to face with blackmail and murder in South Sudan, a new country he helped curve out of the Sudan. War is a thing of corruption and betrayal, which Makeer learns fi rst hand. However, he fights onward, proving that no amount of suffering will ever suppress the quest for human dignity.
Secluded at Broken Spur Ranch
Author: RaeAnne Thayne
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488053367
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 434
Book Description
Originally published in in 1999 as The Wrangler and the Runaway Mom, this story is a classic by New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne and combines her trademark warmth and emotion with a dash of suspense! When a terrified Dr. Maggie Rawlings saw her ex-husband killed, she feared her little boy might be next. They started running, with every man a potential threat—even if her son was constantly in search of a daddy. And a cowboy. And he found both in Colt McKendrick… FBI agent-disguised-as-rodeo-cowboy Colt knew the drill: protect Maggie and her son, and then, when the danger passed, move on. But with each trusting look from the adorable little boy—not to mention each sizzling moment spent with Maggie—Colt was finding a hands-off policy harder and harder to live by… FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! The Maverick’s Baby-In-Waiting by Melissa Senate After dumping her cheating fiancé, mom-to-be Mikayla Brown is trying to start fresh—without a man!—but Jensen Jones is determined to pursue her. He’s not ready to be a daddy…or is he?
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488053367
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 434
Book Description
Originally published in in 1999 as The Wrangler and the Runaway Mom, this story is a classic by New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne and combines her trademark warmth and emotion with a dash of suspense! When a terrified Dr. Maggie Rawlings saw her ex-husband killed, she feared her little boy might be next. They started running, with every man a potential threat—even if her son was constantly in search of a daddy. And a cowboy. And he found both in Colt McKendrick… FBI agent-disguised-as-rodeo-cowboy Colt knew the drill: protect Maggie and her son, and then, when the danger passed, move on. But with each trusting look from the adorable little boy—not to mention each sizzling moment spent with Maggie—Colt was finding a hands-off policy harder and harder to live by… FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! The Maverick’s Baby-In-Waiting by Melissa Senate After dumping her cheating fiancé, mom-to-be Mikayla Brown is trying to start fresh—without a man!—but Jensen Jones is determined to pursue her. He’s not ready to be a daddy…or is he?