A Child Called It - Dave Pelzer

A Child Called It

By Dave Pelzer

  • Release Date: 2010-01-01
  • Genre: Self-Improvement
5 Score: 5 (From 1,241 Ratings)

Book Synopsis

This book chronicles the unforgettable account of one of the most severe child abuse cases in California history. It is the story of Dave Pelzer, who was brutally beaten and starved by his emotionally unstable, alcoholic mother: a mother who played tortuous, unpredictable games--games that left him nearly dead. He had to learn how to play his mother's games in order to survive because she no longer considered him a son, but a slave; and no longer a boy, but an "it."

Dave's bed was an old army cot in the basement, and his clothes were torn and raunchy. When his mother allowed him the luxury of food, it was nothing more than spoiled scraps that even the dogs refused to eat. The outside world knew nothing of his living nightmare. He had nothing or no one to turn to, but his dreams kept him alive--dreams of someone taking care of him, loving him and calling him their son.

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Latest Impressions

  • My thoughts on the book

    5
    By ShawnH23
    I remember reading this in school events that happened insane terrible evil the mother was pretty much the devil but the story is truth and reading it again worth reading for those who want this book
  • MY REVIEW

    5
    By Manwtfffff
    This was really sad but as I read it I had some connection to it and I don’t feel alone about what happens in the past I just love this book although its sad it also spreads awareness…
  • So Sad

    5
    By *C.*
    This book is wrote very well. It is a book you can’t put down once you start. The story is so very sad. 💔
  • worth it

    5
    By SANM888
    Dave’s story is heart breaking. What an emotional read. Highly recommend reading , a true eye opener. a poor child going through unthinkable abuse from someone that is supposed to love and nurture him , I can’t wrap my head around it.
  • Love it !!!

    5
    By Zomariaa
    Best book ever!!
  • Terrifying but you get an inside look on child abuse

    5
    By dataandwords
    A heart touching story, cried a few times, so well written.
  • Great book

    5
    By Jinx187
    Extremely graphic and detailed on the daily living of David’s childhood.
  • Beautifully written

    5
    By shay rudrow
    And now I’m crying..
  • Heartbreakingly Beautiful

    5
    By Chasityrd
    This book shows through the eyes of a child the abuse and neglect so many adults ignore. It had me in tears and I applaud the author for telling his story! You are the true hero in your own story.
  • A MUST READ!

    5
    By Heatheromeara
    An extremely sad, disturbing and courageous story. A must read!