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Scars (2010) (edit title/settings)

by Cheryl Rainfield (Author) (edit contributors)

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Kendra, fifteen, hasn't felt safe since she began to recall devastating memories of childhood sexual abuse, especially because she still can't remember the most important detail-- the abuser's identity. Frightened, Kendra believes someone is always watching and following her, leaving menacing... read more

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Kendra Marshall must find a way to cope after she had been sexually abused when she was only three years of age... Without cutting. She doesn't remember who her abuser is. Along the way she meets a girl who quickly becomes her new love interest. After finding out who her abuser was, her mom... read more (warning: may contain spoilers)

Kendra Marshall must find a way to cope after she had been sexually abused when she was only three years of age... Without cutting. She doesn't remember who her abuser is. Along the way she meets a girl who quickly becomes her new love interest. After finding out who her abuser was, her mom and girlfriend are very supportive and help her get through everything, self-harm free.

Characters/People edit see section history

  • Kendra Marshall: Main character, Lesbian, Victim of sexual abuse.
  • Meghan Ellis: Kendra's new friend who has an abusive mother. Kendra's girlfriend.
  • Carolyn Fairchild: Kendra's therapist who was sexually abused too. Loves Kendra.
  • Sandy: Kendra and her Mom's gay friend. Emil's boyfriend.
  • Henry Marshall: Kendra's Dad.
  • Danny: Kid from school.
  • Lisa: Kid from school.
  • Sarah: Kendra's old girlfriend.
  • Jerry Farnsworth: Kid from school. (I think)
  • Julie: Kid from school. (I think)
  • Terry Blair: Her math teacher.
  • Emil: Sandy's boyfriend. Guy who got Kendra's paintings in the Java Cup.
  • Lori Marshall: Kendra's airhead of a Mom. Turned away from Kendra when she tried to tell Lori about sexual abuse. Scared of Henry.
  • Tyler: One of the many boys that Meghan hangs out and sleeps with.
  • Mrs. Archer: Kendra's art teacher and supporter. Loves Kendra's art, and loves Kendra!!!
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Quotes edit see section history

  • “"And you’re not the one who deserves to be hurt, Kendra. He is.””
    Meghan
  • “Kendra I know that you are a strong girl. Stay strong and stay happy.”
    Mrs.Archer
  • “Kendra I know that you are a strong girl. Stay strong and stay happy.”
    Mrs. Archer

First Sentence edit see section history

"Someone is following me." I gulp air, trying to breathe.

Authors & Contributors edit see section history

  1. Cheryl Rainfield (Author)

First Edition edit see section history

Original Language: English
Publisher: WestSide Books
Country: United States of America
Publication Date: March 31, 2010
ISBN: 978-1934813324
Page Count: 248

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