by Jacqx Melilli | Nov 4, 2012 | Book Reviews
Another Man’s War is the true story of Sam Childers’ battle to save the children of Southern Sudan. I had the privilege of meeting Sam Childers when he visited Australia earlier this year. I first watched the film, Machine Gun Preacher starring Gerad Butler. I don’t...
by Jacqx Melilli | Oct 28, 2012 | Book Reviews
David Nyuol Vincent was the boy who wouldn’t die. His story of fleeing war-torn Southern Sudan with his father is captivating. It is written in a matter-of-fact way, void of any bitterness or hostility, nor seeking to emotionally manipulate. It appears to reflect the...
by Jacqx Melilli | Aug 28, 2012 | Book Reviews
Lyn Traill has courageously spoken out about her severe abuse as a child at the hands of the people she was supposed to trust to love and protect her. As is usually the case, people who have been abused suppress the memories that have changed how they see themselves....