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“Your going to be fine.I promise you."- with my finger I made an X sign on my chest-"cross my heart and hope to die,you have my word.You don't deserve to live like that,and we're going to turn things around.”

Quote by Dave Pelzer

Work

A Man Named Dave

In this memoir, Dave Pelzer recounts his harrowing experiences growing up in a troubled family, his journey through foster care, and his ultimate rise to success. The book offers a poignant look into the resilience of the human spirit and the power of hope. more

Author

Dave Pelzer
Dave Pelzer

Dave Pelzer is an American author born on December 29, 1960. His works are primarily based on his own experiences, especially his autobiographical novels 'A Child Called It' and 'The Lost Boy', which tell the story of his childhood abuse and poverty. more

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