Hush, Hush, Little Baby

This inspirational book tells how one family dealt with sexual abuse over two generations and the impact of Christian faith on healing the victims. The author, Ellen, was sexually abused by her father as a young girl, and sadly she married a man who sexually abused her own daughter. The book starts with vivid memories of the author’s sexual abuse by her father and then depicts the horror of the realization that her own husband was sexually abusing her young daughter. The book takes the reader through the amazing journey of the author’s family as they trek through complex processes of Child Protective Services, Sexual Assault Unit, justice system, divorce, counseling and eventual healing. Ellen reveals characteristics displayed by her ex-husband, which can help other women identify pedophiles. Ellen unabashedly reveals how hope and joy is restored to her family through Christian love and forgiveness.