My local public library had a display for the month of February with selections to read for Teen Dating Violence awareness month. I decided that I wanted to read as many of them as I could before they took the display down.

Reading about any kind of violence or abuse is never easy, but I find it very important for today's youth to recognize the signs and get help when needed. That's where books like this can be so helpful. In this story, the abused person shares feelings of guilt, like it was her fault. She felt like she needed to protect her abuser. There was a sense of shame as well. All of these are things that keep victims silent.

I like the way this story illustrates how alone a victim can feel, even when surrounded by people. Also, how sometimes the abuser's friends or family will look the other way. I think it's a very good story and well worth the read.