LORI MORGAN is a Child and Youth Counsellor at Alice Housing, a not-for-profit organization in Halifax, NS. The organization provides housing, support, and counselling for women who are leaving abusive domestic situations. Healing the Bruises is her first book.
KATHY KAULBACH is an illustrator and designer living in Prospect, NS. She has illustrated over 80 books, including Formac's First Novels series title Lilly to the Rescue.
"I recommend Healing the Bruises because it deals with the complex
topic of domestic violence about which young readers need to be
educated. This topic is quite difficult to understand for children
who are the indirect victims of abuse. Yet, the topic is presented
in such a way that it is understandable for young readers.
Colourful and realistic images of this novel show the feelings of
the characters, especially Julia . . . [It appropriately introduce
the complex issue of domestic violence to young readers, as well as
available resources. The graphic novel presents Julia's story as an
example where those experiencing domestic abuse can reach a
peaceful and positive resolution."-- (03/19/2014)
"The theme of recovery from abuse lends itself well to this
[graphic novel format... The story is both realistic and
encouraging; it shows the alternatives and solutions to abuse that
are available." Rated E: excellent, enduring, everyone should read
it!-- (12/01/2013)
"There can be no easy solution to domestic violence, but this book
will help children to recognise that help can be provided."
Recommended--Dr. Gregory Bryan"CM: Canadian Review of Materials"
(12/20/2013)
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