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Under Their Roof

My shocking true story of surviving serial killers Fred and Rose West

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Under Their Roof

By: Kathleen Richards, Ann Cusack
Narrated by: Charlotte Worthing
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 'Under Their Roof...does so much more than chronicle her time living with the Wests. It's a desperately sad insight into what makes someone vulnerable to abusers... but ultimately, this is a book about the triumph - however painful and even fluky - of good over evil.' Simon Hattenstone, GUARDIAN

'My stomach was clenched tight. I knew there was no way I could swallow a single morsel. Playing in my mind was a slideshow of evil, fragments of memory, glued together by fear: Fred and Rose West dragging me off the pavement, Fred pinning me on the sofa while Rose stroked my hair...'

Kathleen Richards was just 17 when she and her sister Deirdre found themselves on the doorstep of 25 Cromwell Street, Gloucester, seeking lodgings from a seemingly friendly local couple: Fred and Rose West.

While growing up in poverty-stricken Dublin in the 1960s, Kathleen was abused from a young age. A move to England allowed her to escape, but even so life remained difficult, forcing her to seek refuge.

At first, Cromwell Street provided freedom for the sisters who were entertained by Fred's quirky behaviour. Kathleen was also happy to make a new friend in her fellow lodger, Shirley Robinson.

But then, things took a sinister turn: Fred began to abuse Kathleen with his wife's encouragement. And, when Shirley suddenly disappeared too, Kathleen's world began to grow very dark...

This is a chilling account of what it's like to come face-to-face with Britain's most notorious serial killers, but it is also an inspiring account of the resilience of women and how to find happiness after trauma. Murder True Crime Women

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I thoroughly enjoyed even though it is such a sad and frightening tale of talk life trauma of Kathleen's life

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This book was so amazing. A incredibly strong lady recounting her life story at the hands of so many abusive people,including the vile Wests. It had me close to tears so many times but WOW! how well written and read.
I wont spoil it for other listeners but i need to say Katheen..You are enough!! God bless you💖

Hearbreaking💔

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absolutely a amazing listen, highly recommend to anyone who enjoys true crime and autobiographies. 👌

amazing 👏

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I wasn't sure about it at first but I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. It's raw and easy to get distracted from the outside world. Great listen.

Nice listen.

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Wow, what a listen. I only spent an hour at the pub last night because I couldn’t wait to get home and continue this gripping account. This audiobook doesn’t just focus on the time at Cromwell Street — the events before and after are equally compelling and handled with incredible honesty. As a fellow Gloucestershire local, Kathy, you have the support and admiration of the entire county. It’s incredibly brave of you to share such personal life experiences. You should be immensely proud — not only for finding and using your voice, but also for being a powerful spokesperson for the innocent girls who can no longer speak for themselves. Wishing you and your family every happiness in life — happiness you’ve always deserved.

Absolutely Gripping, Kathy - you did absolutely nothing wrong!

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