A gripping memoir of my journey from scars to strength

I n this raw and powerful autobiography, I invite you into my life story, a journey that begins in the arid landscapes of Northeast Brazil in 1983. It’s a path from vulnerability to unyielding resilience, detailing a childhood abruptly altered by loss, and a succession of painful experiences, from bullying to family violence. But this is more than just my personal story of overcoming adversity. It's a manifesto against the injustices faced by those who, like me, are let down by the very systems designed to protect them. I bravely recount my struggles with a failing public security system, including a horrifying attempted assault and a police response that only added to my trauma. I also expose the dark side of the publishing world, with accounts of corruption and fraudulent practices by platforms like Amazon KDP. This book shines a light on the insidious nature of narcissistic abuse, a constant shadow cast by close relatives who sought to undermine my freedom and achievements. ...