What Is A Girl Worth?
My Story Of Breaking The Silence And Exposing The Truth About Larry Nassar And USA Gymnastics

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Written by Rachael Denhollander, recipient of Sports Illustrated’s Inspiration of the Year Award and one of Time’s 100 Most Influential People (2018)“Who is going to tell these little girls that what was done to them matters? That they are seen and valued, that they are not alone and they are not unprotected?”Rachael Denhollander’s voice was heard around the world when she spoke out to end the most shocking US gymnastics scandal in history. The first victim to publicly accuse Larry Nassar, the former USA Gymnastics team doctor who sexually abused hundreds of young athletes, Rachael now reveals her full story for the first time. How did Nassar get away with it for so long? How did Rachael and the other survivors finally stop him and bring him to justice? And how can we protect the vulnerable in our own families, churches, and communities?What Is a Girl Worth? is the inspiring true story of Rachael’s journey from an idealistic young gymnast to a strong and determined woman who found the courage to raise her voice against evil, even when she thought the world might not listen. In this crucial cultural moment of #metoo and #churchtoo, this deeply personal and compelling narrative shines a spotlight on the physical and emotional impact of abuse, why so many survivors are reluctant to speak out, what it means to be believed, the extraordinary power of faith and forgiveness, and how we can learn to do what’s right in the moments that matter most.Published by Tyndale, this inspirational, empowering book is available in both hardcover and e-book editions.
Product Specifics
Item ID: 717411
ISBN-10: 1496441338
ISBN-13: 9781496441331
Speedy: 156791
UPC: 031809017500
Publication Date: Aug 15, 2019
# of Pages: 272
Format: Hardcover
Language: ENG

About Rachael Denhollander

Rachael Denhollander is an attorney, advocate, educator, and author who became known internationally as the first woman to speak publicly after filing a police report against USA Gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar, one of the most prolific sexual abusers in recorded history. As a result of her activism, more than 250 women came forward, leading to his life imprisonment. Rachael was named one Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People and one of Glamour magazine's Women of the Year in 2018. She also received the Inspiration of the Year award from Sports Illustrated and was a joint recipient of ESPN's Arthur Ashe Courage Award. She regularly appears in national and international media and is a New York Times and Vox op-ed contributor. Rachael and her husband, Jacob, cowrote How Much Is a Little Boy Worth? They live in KY with their 4 children.

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