This is a journey into one man’s hell, with the hope that it will help others find the strength to be able to say, “I need help.” Dane Johnson was like every other man in his thirties except for one very big secret. One that, for him, was so horrific, he was determined to keep it hidden. He thought it would never see the light of day—that is until today. His fragile world has crumbled around him. … fragile world has crumbled around him. The past exposed for the world to see. Now the boy he tried so hard to keep safe might be gone forever.
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Out Of The Shadows was an emotional 5 star read.
I was pulled in right from the beginning.
My heart broke right from the beginning with what Dane was going through. Dane is in an abusive relationship and things take a tragic twist and Dane and his son Brady’s lives are turned upside down. Dane was trying to protect his son but now that their secret is out things have changed.
Will Dane get out of his situation before it’s too late?
Overall I really enjoyed this read. My emotions were all over the place. This is a story that had the abuse victim as the husband in the marriage and it really makes you think and realize that this is a reality for some. This author has done a great job of pulling you in with her writing. All of the secondary characters were great. I had a few ugly cry moments as well. I will warn that there may be triggers for some. If you’re looking for a great emotional read, 1-click and get started today. I look forward to reading more from this author.
OH MY GOODNESS!! OH MY GOODNESS!! This story is one of the best stories I have read in a long time. Theresa Sederholt can build a world in her writings that I was catapulted into. Her character development is complex. Her plot line is engaging and I could not put the book down until I finished it. This story is about Dane. He has a secret that he does not want to come out of his closet, but that may be happening. He is on a fast lane to hell. Will Dane be able to climb his way out of hell? Can he remain strong? I highly recommend this book.
Out of the Shadows is the first book I have read by Theresa Sederholt, but it won’t be the last. This book needs a strong disclaimer/warning because it has some graphic descriptions of abuse. However, as long as you are not triggered by that, then you should read it! It is terrifying and heartbreaking to read, but at the same time I couldn’t put it down. The book is wonderfully written, alternating views as well as present time and past story. The book follows Dane Johnson in his fight to escape an abusive wife. He has dealt with it for years, and strives to protect their son from it, but it has reached a point that enough is enough. He fears the stigma attached to male victims and worries he won’t be believed or the story will be twisted against him. But sometimes all you need is one person to stand by you and help you through it. This is that story.
This is a story that everyone should read. I am a victim of domestic violence and I honestly never thought about it from the perspective of the male being the victim. This book really made me think about how that would look. Where would they go? Do they have the resources that are available to women? Who would believe them? And having children in that situation is a million times worse! I made it through this story unscathed…or so I thought. As soon as I read the last sentence and closed the book it all hit me. I balled like a baby! Getting to know Dane’s story deeply touched my soul.
This is a quick read that will not only make you think but will have you wanting to reach out and find ways to help. To see what your communities are lacking and what you can do about it. It will open your mind and touch your heart. Domestic violence and mental illness are more common than you know. This story touches on some very serious scenarios that are at times difficult to read about but it is well worth it to read every word. Grab this one up. You will be glad you did!
Out of the Shadows by Theresa Sederholt is a book that will stay with you for a while. It rips you apart and leaves you laying in pieces. It will also give you hope. From the first book I picked up by this writer, I have gone back each time another of her books pops up on my radar. She has her way with words, the images she paints in your mind are powerful and they stay with you. She is not afraid to tackle sensitive subjects and when she does, she takes such care that you feel cared for.
Out of the Shadows is another one of those subjects that are not so much talked about. She grabs you from the first page and doesn’t let go. You are there, with Brady and Dane, and you are confused first and once you realized what you have ‘walked into’, you are stuck … you cry, you laugh, you hope and you have a deeper understanding of what so many struggle with and what it takes to survive! I wish I could give more than 5 stars …
Out Of The Shadows by Theresa Sederholt. This is a new to me author. WOW!!! What an emotional, amazing book. My heart absolutely broke for both Dane and Brady. The torture and torment that they both went through was absolutely devastating. While it took a lot for me to emotionally get through this book, I could not put it down…. I was engulfed in the story and I couldn’t get to the end fast enough.
Out Of The Shadows by Theresa Sederholt
Five Stars
Out Of The Shadows is the first book I have read by Theresa Sederholt, but definitely won’t be the last. This book is a real heartbreaker. I never really thought about domestic violence where the man is the one being abused, but Ms. Sederholt really opened my eyes on this subject. I have to say, this book is going to wrench your heat out and stomp on it. I went through a half a box of tissues while reading. The characters were detailed, and the subject was heartbreaking. I am amazed how well Ms. Sederholt portrayedthis sensitive subjects. I can’t wait to get my hands on Ms. Sederholt’s other storys.
This emotional rollercoaster destroyed me in the best possible way. I really don’t have adequate words to express how much I loved it in its heartbreaking detail. I was emotionally invested immediately and am so thankful, even through the tears, that this ended up in my library.
Oh My God! I don’t know where to start with this review. This book totally blew me away. Firstly, total kudos for Theresa Sederholt of tackling such a difficult taboo subject. Secondly, unless you have a swinging brick for a heart then you will need tissues for this book. A whole big box of them,
This story deals with the subject of physical and mental abuse but in this case it is the husband who is being abused. The story is told from the POV of Dane Johnson and also his 13 year old son Brady. It is heartbreaking and emotional and will leave you a wreck. Subject to horrendous abuse by his deranged wife Julie, Dane will do everything he can to keep his son Brady safe, but what happens when Brady tries to help his dad and Julie turns on him?
We read lots of stories where women are the subject of abuse and we tend to forget that this is not a women only issue. There are men out there who are on the receiving end too. Reading Dane’s story of why he didn’t walk away and why he felt he couldn’t ask for help is totally heartbreaking.
I devoured this book in one sitting. I just could not put it down, as I was so gripped by the story. I’d give this book more than 5 stars if I could.
Out Of The Shadows by Theresa Sederholt – Review by Gail Guerrero
Five Stars
My jaw is on the floor. Omg I can’t believe what I just read. Its unimaginable but so real. To think that someone finally got the courage to say me too for men. It’s so sad that men do get the same benefit of belief that women do when they cry out for help. This story was too real. I felt like the author did an amazing job writing this story. It wasn’t too much and had the right amount of background. It would be nice to know what Julie was truly thinking and feeling. I am truly at a loss for words though. The trauma Brady experienced at the hands of his own mother. The one person meant to love him unconditionally. I cried because its unimaginable to me as a mother to do these things to my child. To physically harm them to the point that they could possibly die. Its unfathomable. I know they author heart broke with every word of this story. I see this as an eye opener for me. That we can’t take everything at face value. If the father hadn’t reacted the way he did. The outcome of this story wouldn’t be the one needed.
I have known that the works of Theresa Sederholt are emotional reads up until now but this book sincerely threw me for the hills of tears. I was probably bawling through this majority of this book, like ugly cry tears. Dane and his son will swallow you up with their tragic story of bearing the brunt of an awful and abusive situation. The twist? His wife is the bad guy. Abuse is a topic that is difficult to read on any level but to see it from a male perspective was just absolutely eye opening. I have seen a friend of mine go through something similar and I just wanted to find him and hug him the moment I finished this novel since I couldn’t reach out to Dane in real life. This book is a taboo topic but it is done perfectly. You can tell that Sederholt really put her blood sweat and tears into this novel. It shows with the way you feel the characters as they do and you find yourself so completely wrapped up in Dane’s world. I can’t find enough good things to say about this novel and I so look forward to seeing what else will come next from the ever talented Theresa Sederholt!
Out of the shadows by Theresa Sederholt is a very moving and emotional story of a loving dad who deals with the horror of domestic violence. The way that the author describes the feelings and emotions of the main character Dane and his son is very respectful and brings light to an issue that is not commonly talked about. Dane became a father at a very young age and now, in his thirties, he is doing all he can to keep his son safe from his alcoholic and violent wife. This is a very emotional story and I couldn’t put it down until I finished it. Very well written.
This was my first time reading anything by Theresa Sederholt, but I would definitely choose more books by this author in the future.
The book delves into the sensitive and heartbreaking topic of domestic abuse, and does a fantastic job of highlighting the fact that men are often victims of this too.
The book was mostly written from the perspective of husband Dane and son Brady, and to be honest I would have loved even more time to get to know these characters. Though the book is harrowing at times you can always feel the love that Dane has for his son.
At the start of the book the author warns of the story containing triggers for victims of domestic violence, so this book isn’t suitable for everyone. Of course this book is difficult to read at times, but the author handles it with extreme care, and throughout the story the message for me is that you are not alone.
I loved this book. I was hooked from the very first page and couldn’t put it down. This authors writing is creative and I could feel the emotions with every line. This is a short story and it is about a man named Dane who is hiding a very big secret that is fixing to be spilled for the world to see. I love the character development for him, he was already strong but by the end he was so much stronger and has his head held up high. I am so looking forward to reading more by this author in the future! Happy reading!
Out Of The Shadows by Theresa Sederholt
5-Stars
Out Of The Shadows by Theresa Sederholt was an emotional and heart wrenching read. I could not put this down. I was hooked from the start. Brady and his dad Dane faced so much with Julie. I could not believe it but I also understood how difficult it was to just leave. So many people do not understand it. I love that the author created this book and shared this story. I hope that it reaches many individuals and helps them out in their own lives. This book easily is 5 stars and I highly recommend it.
Many books tackle the subject of spousal abuse where the woman is the victim. Not many have made the man in the relationship the one being abused. Reading Out of the Shadows does and in such a way that it was an emotional eye opener.
Thank you Theresa for bringing this important subject out of the shadows and into the light of day. Perhaps your book will bring hope to those seeking a way out.
I honestly loved Out of the Shadows very much. I highly recommend it!
I loved this book. It opens your eyes and makes you think. Not normally a book I would pick out but sometimes you must step out of the normally because you will find a gem. This is one of those gems. Theresa Sederholt is an author I will be reading more often. Brady, Dane, Abby and all the rest will just wrap you up and squeeze your heart. The beginning leads you in one direction but quickly brings you to the path you will follow.
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Don’t be filled by the page count, this may be a little over 100 pages, but the story in this book is so much more than the page count. I have NEVER felt like this after a book and to be told in mostly the male pov. Bravo to this author, seriously, this has so many things going on and done so seamlessly.
Male POV, child POV, domestic violence, just to name a couple. While this touches and walks you through the tough battles it is done so as to be an eye opener, bringing these situations to light and shows that anyone can be going through this at any time.
Dane and Brady are living day to day until Julie makes the same threat twice and Dane must take action. I didn’t expect the actions of Brady but what courage!
I will read anything by this author shes got a gift!
Out of the Shadows by Theresa Sederholt is an emotionally charged, incredible story that will complete devour you. I didn’t really know anything about this book before I started reading it. I have read a few books by this author before so know enough to assume it would be good. I was not prepared for the emotions that would be thrown at me and how much I would be captivated by them.
This is a fantastic story, and one that I am glad we are being told. It has a uniqueness that isn’t often found in books of this genre. It has been so well written. You cannot help but connect with the MC and his son. My heart bled for them throughout this book and all o wanted was for them to find their way.
This is an amazing book and easily my favourite by this author so far.
Out Of The Shadows by Theresa Sederholt. This review will do this book nothing of the justice it deserves but I’ll give it a try. I knew this story could be a bit of an emotional journey but I don’t think I was really prepared for all the emotions I went through. It’s been a while since I’ve felt so much reading a story and this author wrote it all so well. It’s full of not only heartache and emotions but secrets and raw story telling. I felt The author wanted readers to become emotionally invested, and I can honestly say I definitely felt it. I loved everything about this story and the characters that I’ll never forget. It’s a shorter read but it packs a punch so go get it and get ready to be wowed. Five stars all the way and highly recommended.