Little Texas Sweetheart was excellent. I couldn’t help thinking how so many of us young girls at 18 could have ended up like Julia. What did we know of the world, or ‘sex’–especially if we followed our Mother’s example of waiting on their husband–making him the center of their world.
This book is for ALL young girls. Do they have ‘domestic violence’ classes in schools these days?
I am so proud of Julia, with her renewed faith in God, finding inner peace and beating the odds. Ida (California)
This book is for ALL young girls. Do they have ‘domestic violence’ classes in schools these days?
I am so proud of Julia, with her renewed faith in God, finding inner peace and beating the odds. Ida (California)
Lucky to be alive doesn’t begin to cover it. … Against all odds she made the most of what she had at any given moment along the bumpy and riveting ride, be that a treadle sewing machine, a rickety old flivver, or the kindness of strangers. So many don’t escape, let alone live to tell the tale in such vivid and eloquent technicolor! D.T. (Texas)
I came straight home yesterday after purchasing the book and started reading your book. I read straight through ‘until 3:00 am, woke up and finished the last five chapters today. …You have come such a long way…I believe that reading your book has helped me to tie up more loose ends in my heart and mind. S. W. (California)
I purchased Julia’s book on Easter and began reading it that afternoon. I finished reading it Monday. What a powerful story! It will be so encouraging for any woman trying to survive domestic violence. P. T. (California)
Julia’s book is riveting! We can draw encouragement from her example.
N.S. (California)
I just finished the book – I really could not put it down even though I knew what the outcome would be! What a life you had! L. (Iowa)
I just have to tell you that your book is wonderful. If I could be with you right now, I would give you a big hug. Thank you for telling this amazing story. R. B. (California)
This is really a good book to have in our library. I think it is going to be used quite a bit. V.B. (Texas)
May I say, it grabbed attention right from the start and didn’t let go, even though I knew how it ended, I cheered at escape attempts I knew were too soon to be successful. I lamented each new move to each new city/state/country, just when things were starting to work out. Amazing, just amazing! D.T. (Texas)
All I can say is that you are a remarkable person to have survived that period of your life and then gone on to be the person you are today.
Your faith must have been strong. B. H. (Florida)
What an amazing story, very inspirational, very honest! I hope it will be made into a movie. It will help others. A. H. (California)
Julia, I just finished your book which I almost read non-stop. The only thing braver than enduring your 19 years is sharing it …. Hoping you write another book about something that interests you because your talent as a writer is evident. P.H. (Texas)
Once you pick up the book you will be drawn inexorably in. Once you’ve set it down you won’t be able to look at the world with the same eyes. I love what I now see.
Thank you, Daniel! Pass the book to someone who needs the information.
This story moved me to tears many times. I admire Julia’s honesty in sharing her past. She takes accountability for her actions and poor choices. However, Julia’s resourcefulness and good choices sustained her children in many horrible circumstances. That they have all become wonderful productive adults is her testament also.
Kathy, I treasure your response to the book. Your comments tell me that you “get it” that I laid out my soul with honesty and accountability. My goal is to share the signs and symptoms of spousal abuse and domestic violence so that all can see what is going on around them. It is my hope that together as a society we can stamp out this scourge upon humankind. Thank you again for your heartfelt comments. Julia
I could not put the book down. It is such an honest portrayal of a family with unbelievable struggles with abuse and violence. With God’s help, the family was able to finally triumph. The ending brought tears to my eyes and a heartfelt happiness for Julie and all the children. I am sharing this wonderful book with many people.