What if God was your abuser?

My journey through extreme religious trauma and deconversion.

A book unlike any other.

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Reader reviews:

“This book is well written, and I found his writing style very easy to read. The subject matter goes deep into some very dark topics. Which at times can be tough to read. The writer doesn’t hold back when it comes to the very raw nature of certain situations and topics. Though this can make it a tough read at times it’s well worth it. When it comes to the subject of Christianity nothing is off limits. The author presents questions and situations that truly get to the heart of faith, God and organized religion. If you struggle with that this book has some no holds barred perspectives.” — THChap

“An excellent read and one that I will reflect on for a long time to come. The author takes you on a vivid journey through a most tumultuous experience and comes out the other side victorious.” — Avid Reader

“A well-written book and a great resource for ACEs. Adults who experienced ‘adverse childhood experiences’ like childhood sexual or physical abuse or chronic parental domestic violence were three times more likely to have a generalized anxiety disorder. 60% of those with ADHD who had anxiety disorders had experienced at least one of these experiences. I highly recommend getting the book!” — M.K.

“This author takes the most wretched of human experiences and shares a deeply emotional journey in a raw and vulnerable way that pierces the soul. An exceptionally written and thought-provoking book.” — Rosa

“Roberts tells a thought-provoking narrative that centers on the trauma experienced in his youth. He has a way with the English language that transports the reader to different times and places—for better or worse. Ultimately, by the end of this book, I was analyzing my own life narrative and how my personal adverse childhood experiences (ACE) have affected my thought processes and trajectory of life. Thank you, H.G., for writing this raw narrative in the hopes that others can learn and grow from your experiences!” — Jackie H.

“This took me a long time to get through because it is so raw and vulnerable that I could only bring myself to read it a few pages at a time. There was much I related to in this book and it put me in mindsets that I had long moved past, a testament to Roberts’ writing. I think anyone who has dealt with trauma and its long-term, lingering effects (and isn’t that really most or all of us) will find much to relate to here. I’m in awe of what Roberts laid bare from his life. There is more raw honesty here than I think I could ever put to page from my life. It was a very intense read, but a worthwhile one.” — Brandon T.