Don’t Ask Me about My Dad
Don’t Ask Me about My Dad by Tom Mitchelson, published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited on May 11, 2023, is a personal memoir that delves into the author’s harrowing experiences growing up in a violent household. Spanning 304 pages, this book presents a raw account of childhood trauma, exploring themes of abuse, survival, and the complex dynamics of family relationships. Mitchelson recounts his life in Essex alongside his identical triplet sisters, where they faced the constant threat of their father’s rage and violence, creating a backdrop of fear and isolation.
In this memoir, readers will find a poignant narrative that captures the struggle of a young boy grappling with the legacy of his father’s abusive behavior. Mitchelson reflects on the impact of domestic violence and the deep-seated fears of becoming like the very person he sought to escape. Through his journey, he reveals the importance of finding one’s voice amidst chaos and the quest for love and safety. This edition offers a compelling insight into the complexities of familial bonds and the resilience required to break free from a cycle of violence.
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Growing up with him was like being in my own war zone, living in perpetual fear of when the bombs would fall.
I was terrified of becoming him, and in moments I could feel I might. He still lives within me grimly like some battered demon spright. And I’m fearful of his shadow. The rage, and his blood. There are some moments when he arrives and I want to tear up the whole world with my bare hands, and all I really want is love. I want him away now. Please. Just go.
While growing up in Essex, Tom Mitchelson and his identical triplet sisters routinely witnessed unspeakable acts of violence and abuse at the hands of their dad. They would watch in horror as he dragged their mum around the house, but they never dared breathe a word.
Tom knew his dad was a monster, but it seemed he had nowhere to turn until a kindly teacher sought his company…
Don’t Ask Me About My Dad is an inspirational story of how one isolated young boy overcame the odds and finally found his voice.
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