Son of a Predator
by David Davis
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Pub Date Mar 30 2018 | Archive Date Aug 31 2018
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Description
BASED ON ACTUAL EVENTS and inspired by the #METOO and Times Up movements.
This book was written to show other victims that they are not alone.
It also hopes to expose the techniques predators use that allow them to continue to "get away with it."
FROM THE BACK OF THE BOOK JACKET:
How far would you go to protect your family from a deeply painful truth?
All David's life, he was treated as if he were expendable. Raised by a doctor who valued wealth, education and social status above all else, David was made to believe he failed to live up to his father's standards, despite his best efforts. This conditioning created a deep longing to be valued and that, coupled with his unwavering love for his cherished grandmother, led to David's introduction to Johnny Russell.
Over the course of a year and a half, David became Johnny's beard and cleaner. He lied for him, protected him and enabled him, descending into a world of drugs, prostitution and excess that few people see. Still unwilling to tell his family the truth about Johnny, but hating himself for his part in Johnny's secret life, David was only able to shake off his conditioning after suffering a near fatal motorcycle accident and being in a coma for twenty days.
In that coma, David crossed from this plane to the next and saw the light -- literally. The experience transformed and strengthened him. He awoke vowing to change his life and be a better man. But at what cost?
While a cautionary tale about blind family loyalty, Son of a Predator is ultimately a story of personal redemption that will hopefully prompt others to reflect on their core relationships, the terrible cost of secrets, and how they value the gifts they have been given in life...
20% of all profits from this book will go to the WDAVIS Foundation.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9780692047378 |
| PRICE | $13.99 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
Author David Davis wrote his book for some very personal reasons after going through a painful realization regarding his family. It’s almost incredible to read about what he went through and came back from and the situation he ultimately came to understand as the one that exists for him. The book delves into areas of addiction, psychology, the #metoo movement, prostitution, therapy, emotionally abusive relationships, and much more, and will appeal to a broad range of interests. I found it a stirring and timely read and recommend it highly.
An advance digital copy was provided by NetGalley and author David Davis for my honest review.
Published by Phoenix Organization
March 30, 2018
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