Sylvia Fraser
Sylvia Fraser is a Canadian novelist, journalist, and memoirist. She is known for her novels and her non-fiction work, particularly 'My Father's House: A Memoir of Incest and of Healing', where she discusses her own experiences with childhood sexual abuse and her journey towards recovery. Her work often explores themes of personal trauma, healing, and the complexities of human relationships.
Books
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1. My Father's House
The book is a harrowing memoir that delves into the author's traumatic childhood, marked by the dark secret of her father's sexual abuse. The narrative unfolds as the author, after years of repressed memories, begins to confront the truth about her past. This journey of self-discovery and healing challenges her understanding of family, memory, and identity. The memoir is a poignant exploration of the long-term effects of abuse and the complex process of recovery, as the author grapples with the betrayal by a person who should have been her protector, ultimately striving to reclaim her sense of self.
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