Teresa Ortiz

Through the Eyes of Abuse - a Book Review



Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2009

by Teresa Ortiz
Freelance writer/Speaker

I first met Deborah Hall Branch, the author of Through the Eyes of Abuse, two years ago when I happened across an article she wrote about the power of the Holy Spirit.

Since then we have become friends and prayer partners and she has joined a wonderful community of writers on SearchWarp.com. Many of us have enjoyed the opportunity to read her encouraging and sometimes challenging articles on faith, hope, and love.

I have been waiting for the arrival of her first book to hit the press and line the shelves for purchase and as soon as I was able, I ordered a copy. As expected, I was not disappointed.

Deborah takes the reader on a journey through her childhood with such ease that it invites you into her world, as if you were right there experiencing every laugh and every tear.

She candidly explains the physical betrayal of ones own body while being sexually abused - an aspect of abuse I had never considered before. In doing this, she gives a depth of understanding as to why children and teens feel dirty and guilty which adds to the reasons they keep their secret.

The beauty of this book is that each chapter stands on it's own, giving antidotes to specific areas of despair that always points to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, while at the same time, builds and weaves her entire story together, which leaves you with wisdom, understanding, and hope for victory in your own life.

I recommend this book to everyone; whether a person of faith or not, abuse or not, it gives great insight to the world of abuse and the journey to a healthy and prosperous life.

A big thanks to Deborah for sharing her world so that others may be encouraged.

This book can be purchased on line at Amazon.com. To view articles by Deborah click here

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Teresa Ortiz

Teresa is an author, a speaker, and the Editor-in-Chief for RMS1437 Publishing. She has been married for 26 years and has three grown children. Her greatest joy is leading others closer to Christ through practical study of the word of God. She prefers using the lighter things in life and a good laugh to make her point, but realizes the darker and deeper things of life must also be addressed. For more information on her available books, or speaking engagements, visit www.teresaortiz.com.
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Top-level comments on this article: (4 total)
» left by Lorrie Davids
2 years 303 days ago.
96 fans.
Good review, Teresa! Congrats on the book, Deborah! That is great!
» left by Teresa Ortiz 2 years 303 days ago.
188 fans.
Thanks Lorrie, it's a great book. And I only had to edit this review how many times? :-) Sheesh!
» left by Susan Thom
2 years 303 days ago.
179 fans.
hi t,
 
it sounds like a very helpful book for abuse sufferers. the damage is usually so overwhelming, and life lasting.
 
thanks for sharing this,
 
my best,
 
sue
» left by Teresa Ortiz 2 years 303 days ago.
188 fans.
HI Sue, I can't imagine abuse, the pain of neglect and a broken home is difficult enough. I am grateful she wrote about her experiences and gave such great counsel. She even included medical facts. She certainly did her homework and poured herself into the book.
 
I pray it helps many people.  Blessings, t
» left by Anonymous
2 years 303 days ago.
Teresa, that was a fab review. I especially like that you mention it being an across-the-board book that would appeal to more than those who already have faith or who have or have not been abused. It certainly is a book I would love to read. Thank you for your words. C
» left by Teresa Ortiz 2 years 303 days ago.
188 fans.
Thanks for reading and commenting, C. I do hope you read it. It is well worth it. Blessings to you! Teresa
» left by Connor Davidson
2 years 299 days ago.
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Great article. Well done.
 
Amazing. I have got to read this, I love autobiographies. But this is a whole different genre of autobiography. I will finish my pile of reading and then add this to the list. Thanks.
» left by Teresa Ortiz 2 years 299 days ago.
188 fans.
Hi Connor, thanks for the feedback.  It's also great to support our fellow warpies :-)
 
Your pile of books must be pretty high. I know mine is.
 
Blessings! Teresa
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