• Broken

  • The Most Shocking Childhood Story Ever Told. An Inspirational Author Who Survived It.
  • By: Shy Keenan
  • Narrated by: Judy Mason
  • Length: 10 hrs and 48 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (457 ratings)

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Broken

By: Shy Keenan
Narrated by: Judy Mason
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Publisher's summary

I was born and broken in Birkenhead, abused from infancy by a network of every kind of pervert from ‘thinks it’s love’ to ‘show it hurts’. I was unwanted, beaten, sold, swapped, photographed, filmed, left for dead, corrupted, blamed, betrayed, ignored and orphaned.

But I was also born with a fire inside me. I call it my Phoenix Fire. I am no victim—that word only describes what happened to me. Nor am I a survivor because that implies I am over it. I am a Phoenix—a work in progress. This is my story....

©2022 Boldwood Books (P)2022 Boldwood Books

Critic reviews

"I found Broken very painful (in fact, I remain haunted by its contents). Shy is trying hard to make the world a safer place for my children." (Observer)

"Beaten, left for dead and raped from the age of four, but now a national campaigner—Shy Keenan, we salute you." (Eve magazine)

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Unbelievable Story

What this poor woman went through as a child is just unimaginable. And then being let down over and over by the people that were supposed to protect and keep her safe. I don't know how she maintained her sanity and got through that terrible ordeal but, I am so glad that she did and is now advocating for other children. Doing what the police, grownups and agencies failed to do for her.

This was an amazing story and so well narrated. I felt like the book was being read by Shy, herself. Very well done.

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Heartbreaking

It is tragic to hear these stories. The strength she has is amazing. We need to wake up and realize that trafficking is a huge worldwide issue

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A Must Read even though it’s heartbreaking

This has to be one of the most heartbreaking stories of a child being failed by almost everyone she knew. The vile things she and the other children had to live throw are horrible. This is a wake up call for anyone who stands by and doesn’t get involved, or says it’s not their business.

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Sad

Sad yet triumphant story about an abused little girl that was horribly manipulated and misunderstood.

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unbelievable

I am into true crime and horror so not much is difficult for me. This story is unbelievable and hard to listen to in some areas. I was furious while listening as well but it is an incredible story that must be told, well done and I am truly very sorry for the children involved and all the children who still are going through this in the world.

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great heroine for abused children

I use these kinds of books to detox my sex addiction. I always wonder how this these children survived such a tortures life.

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Sad story

Heartbreaking story so sad that so many lives were affected and that the abuse when on so long.

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Eye opening

Eye opening for those who supposed to be taking care of our children but are failing miserably.

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Unbelievable story

My heart really went out to this little girl and all of her struggles. I can't imagine going through the things that she endured. It took great courage to write this book I'm sure. I'm so glad in her adult life she was able to help so many and accomplish so much.

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Heartbreaking and brave

What an incredible story. It is unimaginable what this woman endured as a child. Her inner dialogue gave true insight to her story.

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