Review of Every 9 Minutes

[Sonia Longras]

This review of Every 9 Minutes by Christina Vitagliano highlights the emotional depth and powerful narrative style of the memoir. The reviewer appreciates how Vitagliano’s voice evolves as she matures, which captures the impact of childhood trauma. The clear distinction in tone between childhood and adulthood adds a thoughtful layer to the story. Although there were minor formatting issues in the Kindle version, the content remains captivating. The reviewer also rightly points out the book’s sensitive themes, recommending it for readers interested in memoirs or abuse survival stories.

[Chi Chiu Michael Mak]

The book is pretty dark. The first chapter already does a good job of making the reader feel unsettled. The kid protagonist speaks and thinks like a kid, unlike most books where kid protagonists are more coherent and intelligent than their age would suggest. If you want to know how Christina confronts her ordeal, give this book a read.

[Kshitija Sonawane]

There are so many young kids who undergo child abuse. Kids are beaten in the name of culture and tradition, to instil discipline in them. It gets difficult to help such kids. Congratulations on the BOTD, and best wishes for future projects.

[Amanda Paul 1]

Every 9 minutes
The book is about a young victim who recalled her pain for been sexually abused by her stepfather, the impact of the abuse has left her painful memories which affects her growth and choices.
The writer use voice which is the best part of the book, from Christina's childhood voice to matured adult. It shows the vulnerabilities of Childern that explains why most children are afraid to report when been abused.
This book is recommended to individuals who have similar experiences as Christina.

[Caterine Potes Morales]

Thanks for your thoughtful review! It sounds like Every 9 Minutes is a deeply emotional and powerful memoir. I appreciate how you highlighted the evolution of Christina’s voice throughout the book, from her childhood confusion to her more mature reflections. That technique must have made her journey feel very raw and real for the reader. It’s also good to know about the content warnings for anyone sensitive to the themes. Your review makes me curious to read more about how Christina finds her way through such trauma. Great insight!

[Pranav Dewangan]

Christina Vitagliano’s ability to convey her journey through shifting tones as she matures sounds incredibly moving. It’s great to see how the narrative grows along with her, giving readers a vivid sense of the emotional weight she carries. It truly seems like a brave and inspiring memoir.

[Kaviarasi Rathnavelu]

The review of this book sounds so sensitive but essential. Many children’s and young adults are facing similar issues and this book may create an awareness among parents and everyone. It may help the victims to open up. Congrats on BOTD..

[Qwerty Writes]

This book is very thought-provoking. I read an excerpt of it myself and it was very descriptive and as you described 'captured the voice of the child or adolescent'. It was a wonderful review that had good descriptions and a clear understanding voice.

[Macel A]

This is such an insightful review, many children at a young age go through child abuse and this affects their lives as they grow into adults, thankful to the author for sharing this novel that will be an eye opener and will help people who have undergone abuse at young ages to overcome the trauma and lead a satisfying and fulfilling life.

[rusyalana]

The topic of a child abuse is definitely not my cup of tea, but the book sounds inspiring. I'm glad that the author overcame it despite all odd and hope that what she has told in the book will help others in the same way. Congratulations on becoming BOTD!

[MAHAD BAIG MIRZA]

This review is both thoughtful and detailed, providing a clear insight into the emotional depth of the book. The reviewer highlights key aspects of the memoir, such as the evolution of the author's voice and the lasting impact of the abuse, which shows a deep understanding of the narrative. The balanced critique of both strengths and weaknesses, including the issue of formatting, adds to the review's credibility. Overall, it's a well-written and engaging review that offers valuable guidance to potential readers.

[Gerry Steen]

Kudos to Christina Vitagliano for writing this book. Her use of a child's narration to progress to teen-age narration and then adult narration were a brilliant way to recount the abuse as it happened to her and her way of thinking about what was happening to her in the various stages of her life. You will come away with a better understanding of how one copes with sexual-abuse.

[Shiru Elizabeth]

This book examines the destructive and depressing effects of sexual assault through the eyes of a young victim. Christina's frame of view shifts as she ages, and her studies and introspection provide compendiums with a front-row seat to the poisonous ramifications of abuse, which seem to pervade all facets of her life; congrats on BOTD.

[Gloria Munthali]

Very good review. It brings out how much suffering a child can go through due to abuse by those who are supposed to protect them. This book shows how abuse in childhood can impact decisions in adulthood. A must read for parents and those taking care of children

[Sanju Lali]

A heart touching memoir "Every 9 Minutes" by Christina Vitagliano, which tells about the author's early life is marked with frequent moving, poverty, and sexual abuse.