No Tears for My Father

No Tears for My Father by Viga Boland is a poignant and unflinchingly honest memoir about the author’s life from the ages of 11 to 24, during which she endured sexual, mental, and physical abuse at the hands of her biological father. For over 50 years, she kept this devastating secret, even from her husband of over 40 years. At the age of 65, Boland found the strength to finally share her painful past, with the support of her family. The book was written in hopes of offering solace and strength to others who have experienced similar trauma.

This book earned Boland a Gold Medal at the 2014 Readers’ Favorite Book Awards and has received acclaim for its candid and heartfelt narrative. The graphic content of the story, while difficult to read, is a vital part of the author’s mission to shed light on the harsh realities of incest and abuse. No Tears for My Father is more than just a recounting of trauma; it is a story of courage, recovery, and self-love. Boland’s courage to share her story has inspired many, helping victims of incest realize they are not alone in their suffering.

In addition to the story of her abuse, this edition includes a sample chapter from Boland’s follow-up book, Learning to Love Myself, which provides insight into her journey of recovery and finding happiness after years of suffering.

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A Raw, Honest, and Courageous Story of Survival

In No Tears for My Father, Viga Boland shares the unspeakable trauma she endured at the hands of her father from the ages of 11 to 24. Her raw, honest narrative sheds light on the effects of incest and abuse, offering hope and healing to other survivors.

PROS

• Inspirational story of survival and strength
• Award-winning, highly rated memoir
• Includes helpful resources for abuse victims

CONS

• Graphic content may be triggering for some readers
• Limited focus on the healing journey in the initial book