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Book Review of The Kindness of Strangers

The Kindness of Strangers
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Warning - don't start this unless you have the time to read the whole thing in as few sittings as possible. It is nearly impossible to put down. A heart-wrenching account of child abuse skillfully portrayed, this book grabs your heart and mind and won't let go. Ms. Kittle develops characters that feel completely real; she allows the reader to enter the mind of the primary players to gain an understanding of their feelings, conflicts, fears, and doubts. I strongly recommend this book to anyone who has ever been touched by child abuse or who wishes to better understand the devastating psychological impact.

Five out of five stars for this wonderful book.