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The narrative centers on a harrowing childhood marked by neglect, abuse, and betrayal. Left in Pakistan, the protagonist endures physical and emotional torment from their grandmother and grandfather, labeled a "curse" by their family. After a decade of suffering, a social worker brings them back to England, but life remains challenging as they face further abuse and rejection from their community. The story explores themes of resilience amid trauma, the struggles for help, and the impact of familial and societal betrayal on one's sense of self and belonging.
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Dark Life, Tara
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- Dark Life
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Tara
- Publisher
- AuthorHouse UK
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 456
- ISBN13
- 9781449017644
- Description
- The narrative centers on a harrowing childhood marked by neglect, abuse, and betrayal. Left in Pakistan, the protagonist endures physical and emotional torment from their grandmother and grandfather, labeled a "curse" by their family. After a decade of suffering, a social worker brings them back to England, but life remains challenging as they face further abuse and rejection from their community. The story explores themes of resilience amid trauma, the struggles for help, and the impact of familial and societal betrayal on one's sense of self and belonging.