A review by readingwithmuggy
My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell

5.0

this is a devastating, poignant read, yet so so important. This book details a dark story of Vanessa who was groomed and sexually abused at 15 by her high school English teacher. As she grows into an adult, she alongside a therapist begins to grapple with the reality of what has happened to her. To say this book is good, feels convoluted because the subject matter is so difficult to ingest. It’s hard to read and yet it’s perfect representation of how the grooming process happens over time and the ramifications it can have on a child. As someone who works with kids who have been in similar situations everyday, I applaud the author for her realism. 
Please look up trigger warnings before starting this book if you so choose! 
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