I just don’t have time to read every book that comes my way, but I’d like to do my part to expose them to as many eyeballs as I can. So, from time to time, I’ll post a Spotlight to lend a hand. If this looks like it’s up your ally, you should jump on it. This looks like a pretty compelling read to me.
Book Details:
Book Title: Can You See My Scars by Samuel Moore-Sobel
Release date: September 1, 2020
Format: Hardcover/Ebook
Length: 282 pages
Publisher: Mascot Books
Book Blurb:
Can You See My Scars? is a raw and compelling memoir of trauma, adversity, healing, and recovery.
On a sunny day in September, Samuel’s job turns into his worst nightmare when it ends in a harrowing accident with sulfuric acid.
In the aftermath of the accident, Samuel faces surgical procedures, doctors’ visits, and medical complications. He grapples with vivid burn scars on his face, neck, and arms that transform the way he views himself and the world.
This powerful memoir explores the complexity of trauma and its effects on all areas of life: from Samuel’s family and friendships to his faith and romantic life.
Can You See My Scars? is a raw and beautiful memoir about a shocking accident, the complex pain of trauma, and the ability of the human spirit to overcome even the most challenging of circumstances.
About the Author:
Samuel Moore-Sobel is a writer, speaker, and community activist. He is a columnist for the Blue Ridge Leader and previously served on the local disability services board. He writes about trauma, his experience as a burn survivor, faith, and political activism. When not writing and speaking, he works in the tech industry. He graduated from George Mason University with a degree in government and international politics. He currently lives in Loudoun County, Virginia. Read more at his website: samuelmoore-sobel.com.
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