Torn Apart: The True Story of a Childhood Lost by James Patterson (English) Pape

Description: Torn Apart by James Patterson Cory Friedman was an ordinary fun-loving little boy. before long, overtaken by physical urges, tics and compulsions, his body became a volatile, explosive and unpredictable force. Cory had developed a rare combination of Tourettes syndrome, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety disorder and other neurological conditions. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Torn Apart is a true story of one familys courage, heartbreak, sacrifice and ultimately, triumph.Cory Friedman was an ordinary fun-loving little boy. But one fateful March morning in 1989, the course of Corys life changed dramatically. It started with an irresistible urge to shake his head; before long, overtaken by physical urges, tics and compulsions, his body became a volatile, explosive and unpredictable force.Cory had developed a rare combination of Tourettes syndrome, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety disorder and other neurological conditions. The life he knew had been torn apart and his family were left watching him suffer. Desperate to help and hopeful of a cure, they embarked on a fifteen-year struggle which took them beyond breaking point. Notes Pattersons non-fiction debut, looking at the life of Cory Friedman, who has a rare combination of Tourette Syndrome, OCD, Anxiety Disorder and other neurological conditions. He and his family spent 15 years searching for a cure, seeing 13 doctors and trying 60 different medicines. On the brink of despair, he was sent to a wilderness survival camp in Utah. Highly readable and emotionally affecting Mirror Back Cover Torn Apart is a true story of one familys courage, heartbreak, sacrifice and, ultimately, triumph. Cory Friedman was an ordinary fun-loving little boy. But one fateful March morning in 1989, the course of Corys life changed dramatically and his life was left in tatters. Cory had developed a rare combination of neurological conditions. The life he knew had been torn apart and his family were left watching him suffer. Desperate to help, they embarked on a fifteen-year struggle which took them beyond breaking point. Highly readable and emotionally affecting - The Mirror A work of naked truth, as disturbing as it is important ... This true story of Hal Friedmans son, Cory, is a gift of honesty, huge courage, and hope - Patricia Cornwell [ Torn Apart ] is both harrowing and heartbreaking, but is also a story of astonishing courage. This book stands as a testament to the amazing power of one familys unconditional love for each other. - Tess Gerritsen Author Biography JAMES PATTERSON is one of the best-known and biggest-selling writers of all time. Among his creations are some of the worlds most popular series including Alex Cross, the Womens Murder Club, Michael Bennett and the Private novels. He has written many other number one bestsellers including collaborations with President Bill Clinton and Dolly Parton, stand-alone thrillers and non-fiction. James has donated millions in grants to independent bookshops and has been the most borrowed adult author in UK libraries for the past fourteen years in a row. He lives in Florida with his family. Review Highly readable and emotionally affecting * Mirror *A work of naked truth, as disturbing as it is important ... This true story of Hal Friedmans son, Cory, is a gift of honesty, huge courage, and hope, and a reminder that against all medical advice and odds, human beings can prevail -- Patricia Cornwell[Torn Apart] is both harrowing and heartbreaking, but is also a story of astonishing courage. This book stands as a testament to the amazing power of one familys unconditional love for each other -- Tess GerritsenIn the tradition of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Patterson and Friedman manage to get deep inside debilitating illness, and show us what life looks like from that perspective. [Torn Apart] is an amazing story of courage, fortitude and a familys love, simply told -- Terri Cheney, author of Manic: A MemoirInspiring . . . a testament to the importance of family and the resilient nature of the human spirit -- George Pelecanos, author of The Turnaround Promotional Torn Apart is a true story of one familys courage, heartbreak, sacrifice and ultimately, triumph. Review Text Highly readable and emotionally affecting Review Quote Highly readable and emotionally affecting Promotional "Headline" Torn Apart is a true story of one familys courage, heartbreak, sacrifice and ultimately, triumph . Details ISBN0099522845 Author James Patterson Year 2009 ISBN-10 0099522845 ISBN-13 9780099522843 Format Paperback Imprint Arrow Books Ltd Subtitle The True Story of a Childhood Lost Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Birth 1947 Media Book DEWEY 616.8520092 Pages 304 Publisher Cornerstone Short Title TORN APART JAMES PATTERSON & H Language English Residence FL, US UK Release Date 2009-09-10 Publication Date 2009-09-10 AU Release Date 2009-09-10 NZ Release Date 2009-09-10 Narrator Llewella Gideon Illustrator Maurice Sendak Translator Robert Dobbin Affiliation Chair of Penology, University of Edinburgh Position Chair of Penology Qualifications QC Alternative 9781446492994 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:145046085;

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