One mans journey to uncover the truth behind the memories of a violent abusive childhood at the hands of his Mother, who took far more from him than he ever new.
Tucked quietly away in a wooden box,
of the buried family secret, no one talks.
May 9, 1978
Anger seethed from every inch of her body. I knew better to get in her way, yet I wanted to protect Sissy, for I knew that she would be the target of Mother’s rage. It was always directed at one of us, but usually Sissy. My dad was no longer around to protect us, so it was me who had to step in, even though it was I who usually ended up getting the worst end of Mother’s wrath. And I could just tell that today was going to be one of those days. I just didn’t know how an eight-year-old was supposed to protect not only himself, but his three-year-old sister against a woman who, even though she was our mother, hated us with every inch of her body
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May 9, 1978
Anger seethed from every inch of her body. I knew better to get in her way, yet I wanted to protect Sissy, for I knew that she would be the target of Mother’s rage. It was always directed at one of us, but usually Sissy. My dad was no longer around to protect us, so it was me who had to step in, even though it was I who usually ended up getting the worst end of Mother’s wrath. And I could just tell that today was going to be one of those days. I just didn’t know how an eight-year-old was supposed to protect not only himself, but his three-year-old sister against a woman who, even though she was our mother, hated us with every inch of her body
Professional Reviews
I really enjoyed "The Box" by Candice Martin
I really enjoyed "The Box" by Candice Martin. It kept me wanting to read more. I couldn't just stop at the end of one chapter, I had to go to the next and next. The ending was a complete surprise and if there is a sequel I can't wait to read it.
Marvin H. Lane on January 13, 2016
I love books like that
Just finished reading this book....wow!!! The ending was quite a surprise...I love books like that....Candice M. Martin is a very good mystery writer...with that ending, will there be a sequel to follow up on the missing sister of Angela? This story draws one in slowly but surely and ultimately leaves one wanting more!!! Bring it on...Please, Ms. Martin.
Patricia Kivlen Duckrey on March 22, 2015
Candice Martin, The Box
As usual, Ms. Martin's descriptions pull you in and leave you waiting for the next book! This is the 3rd one of her's that I have read and it is fantastic!!
Courtney on June 19, 2011
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