Kate Skylark

Sophie Jenkins

A shocking true tale of childhood abuse at the hands of a stranger. Sophie Jenkins is living a happy life in the idyllic Dorset countryside when she meets Martin Brett, the man who will go on to abuse her and haunt her dreams for years to come. A momentary act of neglect leads to a horrible series of events that leaves her changed forever. Badly let down by the adults entrusted to care for her, Sophie's life begins to spiral downwards. However, Sophie's message is ultimately one of hope and empowerment. She is in the process of rebuilding her life when fate leads her to encounter her childhood attacker once again. The story ends with a truly shocking climax. WARNING: This book is based upon a true story of child abuse and contains passages that some readers may find disturbing. All names and places have been changed to protect the identities of the innocent. For every book sold or borrowed, a donation will be made to the NSPCC

A Horrifying True Story of Child Abuse, and the Little Girl Who Couldn't Tell a Soul

Dirty Little Dog

Lucy Gilbert

The second of Kate Skylark's co-written true child abuse stories. Steve Gilbert is a charming, clever man. Lucy is his ten-year-old daughter. Lucy loves him to bits, just as all little girls love their daddies and she is delighted to hear he has organised a special party for her. After all, little girls love parties. But Steve Gilbert is also a sociopathic, manipulative sexual predator. Brainwashed into accepting her father's twisted view of the world, Lucy trusts him implicitly. Daddy will keep her safe; he will keep her happy. Daddy would never betray his little girl, would he? But as time goes on, Steve Gilbert's evil manipulations escalate and following a shocking string of events, Lucy's innocent young life turns from simple happy childhood to an abusive nightmare. Only one person can save her now. Lucy Gilbert and Kate Skylark are friends and confidants. They wrote this book together to help raise money to help children in danger. For every book sold or borrowed, a donation will be made to the NSPCC WARNING: This book is based upon a true account of child abuse, and as such contains passages that some readers may find disturbing.

The Most Shocking True Story of Child Abuse Ever Told

Daddy's Wicked Parties

Emily Wilkins

When eleven-year-old Emily is sent to stay with her grandparents in Wales for the summer holidays, she thinks it's all going to be one big adventure. But Emily's grandad, the undisputed head of the family, the most respected man in town, has a dark and wicked side. And her life is about to take a terrifying turn. When she returns home, Emily is too afraid to tell her parents the truth about her Grandad. And not wanting to upset her family, she carries with her the secret of what happened that summer for many years. But finally, Emily gets the chance to take her revenge... Kate Skylark is an author and abuse survivor. She is commited to helping other victims to lead successful and happy lives, despite their unhappy childhoods. In this book series, Kate helps others find the strength to tell their own stories, to find comfort and resolution, to be heard and believed, sometimes for the first time ever. For every book sold or borrowed, a donation will be made to the NSPCC WARNING: This book is based upon a true account of child abuse, and as such contains passages that some readers may find disturbing.

A Heartbreaking True Story of Child Abuse, Betrayal and Revenge

Grandad's Funeral

Siobhan Lennon

An horrific true story of extreme bullying and childhood sexual abuse. Kate Skylark has previously co-authored two books about child abuse. But now, it's time for Kate (real name Siobhan) to tell her own story. Ugly Child, is a moving and shocking account of Siobhan's own childhood bullying and sexual abuse. Siobhan's life at school is a nightmare of constant verbal and physical attacks. As the abuse escalates, Siobhan begins to fear for her life and she must take drastic action to escape the torment. The story builds to a crescendo and one final, shocking act of sexual violence changes the lives of all concerned for ever. This is a story of extreme bullying, sexual abuse and heartbreak. But ultimately it is also one of forgiveness and redemption, as Siobhan learns to lay to rest the ghosts of her past. For every book sold, a donation will be made to the NSPCC.

My Own True Story of Child Abuse and the Fight for Survival

Ugly Child

Amy Vincent

A gripping true story of child abuse, betrayal and a mother's neglect. The fifth of Kate Skylark's co-written true child abuse stories. Like many little girls the world over, Amy didn't have the best start in life, living on a rough council estate, with no dad and an alcoholic mother. But Amy is determined to do better. She works hard at school to make sure she succeeds in life. However, all Amy's careful plans, hopes and dreams for the future are about to be smashed. Her neglectful mother invites abusive new boyfriend, Ray, into their home, and his reign of terror begins. As Ray's attentions turn to her little sister, Amy must summon all her strength and take action. She has only one ambition now, to save her sister, Ivy, from suffering a terrible fate. Can she save Ivy in time? WARNING: This book is based upon a true account of child abuse, and as such contains passages that some readers may find disturbing. For every book sold, a donation will be made to the NSPCC.

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