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Finding Me

By: Michelle Knight, Michelle Burford
Narrated by: Maria Cabezas
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Summary

Michelle was a young mother when she was kidnapped by a local bus driver named Ariel Castro. For more than a decade, she endured unimaginable torture. In 2003 Amanda Berry joined her in captivity, followed by Gina DeJesus in 2004. Their escape on May 6, 2013, made headlines around the world. In Finding Me, Michelle will reveal her story, and how she has found the courage to now build a life worth living.

©2013 Lillian Rose Lee (P)2014 Recorded Books Inc

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"A memoir of the Cleveland Kidnapping, one of the most dramatic and unbelievable news stories of recent years"

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Where does Finding Me rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

The best book i have listened to in a very long time. I am in awe of Michelle. She has shown such inner strength. A must read...

What was one of the most memorable moments of Finding Me?

Michelle is so humble and inspiring. Its hard to pick a favorite moment in the book. It did take me through all the emotions with her and her fellow captures. I couldn't put it down and had to finish the book in one read...

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

The title is so apt...wonderful read!

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So glad i found this book. It gave me a new perspective on life. Thank you to the author for taking the time to write the book and share her story with the rest of us.

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Cruelty to another level

I watch the movie then decided to listen to the book I got so hooked I was listening every chance I got and I don't normally do a lot of reading/audiobooks I much rather watch the movie except in this case I felt the book was far better than watching the movie. I can't believe how cruel the man that kidnapped her was, it was quiet horrible all the things he did to her it's truly a miracle she endured it for 11 years and made it out alive, a lot of other victims would have probably given up and take there own life but thank god she had a son to inspire her to stay strong and don't give up on the hope to see him again. I wish her all the best and I do hope she finds nothing short of happiness for the rest of her life. I gave 4 stars for the story because some times she didn't say exactly what he did to her or how he was hurting her I guess it was too hard for her say but apart from that great sad story.

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Great story spoilt by the narrator's voice

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The manner in which the narrator reads is very off putting.She is reading as if it is a disney story, very inappropriate for the content of this story.

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No ! It really ruined the book for me.

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Michelle's resilience stood out most

Powerful book!! Despite the fact that at times I found some bits difficult to listen I couldn't stop because you wanted to find out how Michelle's experiences would work out gives people a insight into how we still have the power of choice regardless of our circumstances Michelle chose to survive amazing story

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Having listened to another book about the Cleveland kidnappings, I was interested to hear Michelle’s story. This book is heartbreaking. What she went through even before the kidnapping is horrendous and shocking. But that she was desperately trying to get to a social service appointment to try and get her son back when she was kidnapped is the most heartbreaking. She showed immense strength and courage to get through what she did

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Wow. unbelievable story, great book!

i could not stop. its a sad sad story backed in a very good book.

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Heart breaking

Wow! What else could this girl have endured! It was a heinous crime and the girls are so brave. I wish them only good things in their lives x

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Thank you for sharing your painful story.

Michelle’s story sounds like it would be a horror fiction but she lived through it. She is an inspiration. I really believe and hope she will be reunited with her son once he is old and mature enough to understand. I also hope to eat your food one day. Thank you for sharing your story. I hope you can find some peace now.

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An amazing woman.... and life

... like millions of others, i am sure, i wish i could have somehow altered the path Michelle was innocently forced into enduring in her young life....and yet, i hope the place of peace she finds will answer her toughest questions....because the woman she became and continues to grow into has wisdom and courage and strength so few can begin to imagine. i wish her love...

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What a sad story and with a hope at the end!

I hope you find peace Michelle. I would listen to this book and pause for a second. I pray for good health for you Michelle

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