The Struggle Continues

This was a beautifully written book and like stated it is a very difficult read. There aren't many books on C-ptsd, especially first-hand accounts, so I was interested to read this. Another thing I loved was that it's written by a father and daughter, so we get the firsthand account and the perspective of a loved one. Ultimately, it's a story of hope, but also acknowledging the fact that the healing continues. Thank you to the publisher, Netgalley and the author for the opportunity to read and review this book.

Reading this book feels like reading parts of my own story back at me. Parts of me that I never have, and probably never will be, courageous to tell another living soul. The journey of therapy involves breaking down every single part of you. Rebuilding yourself again is the biggest voyage anyone can take! In this book, Paul and Natasha write about this process so much better than I've ever been able to articulate in my own mind. Thank you! Thank you thank you thank you. From deep within my soul. Today, for the first time, I feel much less alone in that journey. And what's more. For the things I can't even begin to articulate to the ones I love, I have this book. An actual, physical book, which I can hand to the one I love and say, if you want to understand me... read this.

The strength and resilience of Paul and Natasha's relationship, a relationship which has forged itself that way to survive, is nothing short of inspiring. It's hard not to read this and feel deeply privileged to be let in on the inside of such a vulnerable, raw, and mind-blowingly powerful story. The journey of therapy, of rebuilding yourself is immense and Paul & Natasha describe it so well. Their individual unique ways of storytelling and different viewpoints provide a delicate insight into the impact of childhood trauma and its knock-on effects and perceptions. I was drawn in from the start, on the edge of my seat, eyes wide open as if I'm witnessing something so secret and hidden from the world. Two inner worlds. One humongous journey. The kind of journey which is rarely shared. I am in awe of Paul's courage and strength and his drive to make a difference in the world. And of Natasha's softness and compassion. There were many moments where I couldn't put this book down

Reading this book feels like reading parts of my own story back at me. Parts of me that I never have and probably never will be courageous enough to tell another living soul. The journey of therapy involves breaking down every single part of you. Rebuilding yourself again is the biggest voyage anyone can take! In this book you both write about this process so much better than I've ever been able to articulate in my own mind. Thank you! Thank you thank you thank you. From deep within my soul. Today, for the first time, I feel much less alone in that journey. And what's more for the things I can't even begin to articulate to the ones I love, I have this book. An actual, physical book, which I can hand to the one I love and say, if you want to understand me... read this.