A Season for Savages

I was infuriated, one day, when a policeman voiced his opinion by saying that "domestic exploitation" was just a minor domestic problem, and not highly ranked on their list of priorities. Upon a careful investigation, I discovered that he was merely articulating an attitude, and a consensus widely cultivated for centuries. We've become accustomed to hearing the phrase "times have changed", and I all heartedly believed in that premise — since we see ourselves as instruments of change. Yes, things have changed — but not for women.

This book is based on a true story. Actually, 1.5 million real stories of savagery. As that is the approximate number of women currently being abused in this country. Ranging from subtle verbal and emotional degradation — to extreme violence such as maiming, stabbing, burning, beating, forced prostitution, and murder.

As a society, we get what we deserve. We can no longer look the other way, proclaim that we are civilized, and pretend that it just doesn't impact our lives...

Joanna Taplin, my heroine and champion was caught in a vicious, agonizing trap. And rose from the ashes — against all odds — to break out of that deadly cycle of violence. Her triumphant journey from the depth of hell to personal victory, would inspire anyone hoping for a better world.