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My Broken Pieces - Rosie Rivera

My Broken Pieces

By Rosie Rivera

  • Release Date: 2016-02-02
  • Genre: Biographies & Memoirs
Score: 4.5
4.5
From 157 Ratings

Description

The sister of “La Diva de la Banda”—legendary Mexican-American singer Jenni Rivera—opens up for the first time about Jenni’s untimely death and her own triumph over abuse and addiction.

Growing up as the youngest Rivera, Rosie was surrounded by unconditional love, support, and affection. There was nothing that her family wouldn’t do for her, especially her sister Jenni, who was the most important thing in the world to Rosie. With her strong will and a solid foundation, Rosie was set to conquer the world.
 
Yet life would take a drastic turn when Rivera was scarred by sexual abuse within her family at a very young age. Living in fear and confined by painful secrets, she was plagued with constant threats, confusion, and pain. Not only was she stripped of her childhood and innocence, but she was also robbed of her confidence and self-worth. Feeling completely shattered and lost, Rivera plunged into a world of damaging habits and deep depression.
 
For the first time ever, and with unflinching candor and courage, Rosie shares the traumatic details of her abuse and the daily struggle to live and how, through faith and the love of her family, she found life once more. Yet Rosie’s life would be severely impacted once again as the worst tragedy imaginable hit and her biggest fear came to reality—the death of her beloved sister.
 
Equally harrowing and uplifting, Rosie’s story is a true testament to beating the odds and proves that despite the worst of times and no matter how many more challenges life has in store, it is always possible to pick up the pieces and find the strength and purpose to dream and live again.

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Reviews

  • Empowering

    5
    By Jocelync24
    I am also a survivor and really could relate to her words. Highly recommend reading this book to help with the healing process.
  • Beautiful

    5
    By Chuclas
    Beautiful words. The love, strength, courage & fierce powerful faith in God felt throw Rosie's words, Cried, smiled & felt Gods presence in my own heart. Well done!!!!
  • Deeply moving

    5
    By Sanstef2012
    This book takes you on an emotional roller coaster, deeply moving and inspirational. Very healing and spiritual. A must read!!!
  • Loved it

    5
    By Milgyn
    I absolutely loved this book!
  • It was OK

    2
    By ambrizi
    When I finished Chiquis book I was so inspired to forgive and to ask for forgiveness. I expected to feel so motivated by Rosie's book but I don't. I believe everything she says in it but I feel there is so much missing, more details, more truth. I don't know how I exactly feel, maybe it's hard for me to relate since I have never experience any kind of abuse (Thank be to God). I understand she hurts everyday who wouldn't losing so much. But I feel there is still so much more truth to be told. Just my humble opinion.
  • Amazing!

    5
    By _Alanie_
    Inspiring! Loved it!

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