Girl Hidden: A Memoir

De: Jesse Rene Gibbs

Narrado por: Lessa Lamb

Duración: 10 h y 13 m

Resumen del Editor

Echoing among the Blue Ridge Mountains were the cries of newborn babies that disappeared into the night. The screams of children nearly drowned out by the sound of crickets. A girl, hidden and waiting to be found, terrified, and confused. The fireflies sparkling in the woods, bringing light to darkled places.

The bulk of Jesse’s memories were of growing up in the farm country of the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina. The farm folks stayed pretty much outside of town, except for visits to the feed store causing random tractors to travel down Main Street. A large family struggles to survive the chaotic nature of the family head: their mother, a blend of rage, disappointment, and religious command. Her husband follows sheepishly behind, a monster of his own kind. There were beatings and abuses, manipulation and terror carried out in spaces breathtaking in their beauty.

And then there’s young Jesse: unwanted from conception but kept as a pawn for her mother’s bidding. Her life is a tale of growing up with no one to count on but herself.

A story of southern hills, a mother’s neglect, fireflies, kidnapping, birth, death, and the taste of sweet mulberries ripened by the sun. Jesse is a girl, hidden, who becomes a woman, discovered.

©2021 Jesse René Gibbs (P)2022 Jesse René Gibbs

Honest reflection & unwavering courage

Finished the story in a few days. Exquisitely written (style/format/vulnerability). The best summary I have is this: Jesse - Thank you so much for sharing your story & most of all, I am glad you are happy & safe.

Read it instead

The story is really good and engaging. BUT the amount of breathy up-speak done by the narrator made it extremely difficult to stick with.

Amazing "Hidden Gem"

I found this author on TikTok, and I immediately downloaded her memoir. It was even more heartbreaking and well written than I expected, but with an closing full of healing and hope. 10/10 recommend for anyone not easily triggered by mentions of SA and DV.

very good

I do prefer first hand accounting of people's stories but it was very good. they go back and forth in the beginning with the past and present so it's a bit confusing but the person Jesse is remarkable and a survivor. the mom is crazy. the dad could of made it better why didn't he? I was really angry with him. poor girl.

Omg

It was absolutely beautiful and amazing written as a survivor of child abuse myself it spoke to me and helped me learn that my experience can’t stop me from being amazing ❤️

Excellent read

What a story of survival and resilience… not only of Jessie but of the bond that hold families together. inspired.

Heartbreakingly Stunning

This is the story of one of the most resilient, badass women I’ve ever had the absolute HONOR of learning about. From the beautifully delicate way Jesse was able to describe some magical moments among the truly horrific life she had been forced to live is such amazing contrast. Amazing read, 10000/10

Bad narrator, great book

Terrible narration almost made me return this one but I ended up loving the story despite the odd and over the top narration.

Heartbreaking and Inspirational All At Once

This book was so touching and relatable for me. I highly recommend it if you're looking for a book to give a glimpse into the world of familial abuse. It is both truthful and at times unbelievable to think about the events described. I know the feeling of sexual, physical and emotional abuse, so I am intimately aware that these things happen, unfortunately far too often. The strength and bravery the author had in order to make this book possible must have taken a very long time to gather. My heart is there with Jesse, and I am so thankful for this book. ❤️

A book of great courage and inspiration!

I knew Jesse when she was a teenager. Her mother and I were friends. I witnessed some of the abuse she speaks of but was surprised it went so deep. I thoroughly enjoyed this book! Jesse is a "quality" human being and a survivor. I love her now and always will. I highly recommend this book for anyone who struggles to free themselves from the bondage of false beliefs and any kind of abuse...Good for you, Jesse!!