Nightbird

By: Shavaun Scott

Narrated by: Shavaun Scott

NIGHTBIRD delves unflinchingly into the complex dynamics of revenge suicide in abusive relationships, laying bare the manipulative tactics and emotional toll they inflict.

The author’s honesty about her own upbringing, her missteps, and self-blame makes her story relatable and deeply moving. It is a testament to the idea that we are all in the process of re-authoring our lives, as the author undergoes her own transformation from a person shaped by trauma to a compassionate healer.

This memoir will resonate with anyone who has struggled with self-doubt, shame, and the quest for self-acceptance. It has a must-read for those interested in the psychology and trauma of revenge suicide in the context of domestic violence and the human capacity to overcome, to transform, and to grow out of our trauma, that our past need not define our future.

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Night bird

This was an authentic, and really vulnerable look into the life of the author. The depictions of romantic partner abuse resonated with me personally, and a glimpse of mental health happenings viewed through the lens of someone in the mental health field was very interesting to read.

Beautifully heartbreaking

This is an incredible memoir. What an amazing life story. It is dark, funny, and so beautiful. I would recommend this to any human with a heart

Breaking through the layers

This is a powerful story about the difficulty of navigating the sharp ups and downs of relationships and how we get caught up in the destructiveness even when we’re trying to help. Especially when we’re trying to help. Shavaun’s story helped me understand some of the relationship challenges I’ve gone through in my own life. She became a therapist, helping others process their trauma, while she continued to deal with her own. This is common in the field of psychology. I have experienced this, as well. We are often drawn to this field to try to make sense of our own lives as well as help others.

A very valuable book. I think I will listen to it at least one more time. It’s that good.

The pleasant voice made it an easy listen

Loved the insight, vision and knowledge. It was as if you were there experiencing it all for yourself.