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Missoula: Rape and the Justice System in a College Town
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****WARNING**** - to all of my GR friends who read my reviews, this is not going to be a typical review for me- it simply cannot be.
Krakauer has given voice to a subject that is extremely personal to me - I was a victim of sexual assault and as Krakauer points out, to not be believed is almost worse than the assault itself. As to the book- brilliant- mother-effing brilliant.
Anyone (Kirsten Pabst) who wants to claim that this book provides a one-sided view of a complicated issue- well you can just go pound sand. Although brutal to read and teeth-grindingly frustrating, Krakauer did an exemplary job of providing a balanced, albeit painful, account of the disgraceful situation existing in Missoula. Sadly, I do not think this period has come to an end. With Pabst now serving as Missoula County District Attorney, there is no way the ignorance and lack of compassion in that office is going to be remedied when you have the chief offender at the helm. If there is not a recall election already being planned, there certainly should be. Ms. Pabst is a monster. I never knew that "see (c) you (u) next (n) Tuesday (t)" started with a K, but Pabst has changed that perception for me. She is a disgusting piece of work and a horrible human being. If Missoula wants to be represented by this bitch, then that is all I will ever need to know about that back-water, knuckle-dragging, cesspool of a town. The last thing I have to say to this contemptible piece of shit, is Karma is a nasty bitch and I cannot wait until she comes back to bite you in the ass.
To the victims who so bravely shared their stories with Krakauer, my sincerest apologies for what you were put through. I bow to you in awe for your courage, grit and fortitude to stay the course. I wish grace and peace for you and the healing you so rightly deserve.
To Krakauer, bravo fine man! You have again shown that you are a writer of integrity and fearlessness. The truth always comes out and I am honored to be able to read the same from your pen.
To everyone...this is a MUST READ book - if you are a woman, if you have a daughter, a sister, an aunt, a mother- you must read this book and raise your voice in collective outrage over the treatment of our fellow sisters. Godspeed.
Krakauer has given voice to a subject that is extremely personal to me - I was a victim of sexual assault and as Krakauer points out, to not be believed is almost worse than the assault itself. As to the book- brilliant- mother-effing brilliant.
Anyone (Kirsten Pabst) who wants to claim that this book provides a one-sided view of a complicated issue- well you can just go pound sand. Although brutal to read and teeth-grindingly frustrating, Krakauer did an exemplary job of providing a balanced, albeit painful, account of the disgraceful situation existing in Missoula. Sadly, I do not think this period has come to an end. With Pabst now serving as Missoula County District Attorney, there is no way the ignorance and lack of compassion in that office is going to be remedied when you have the chief offender at the helm. If there is not a recall election already being planned, there certainly should be. Ms. Pabst is a monster. I never knew that "see (c) you (u) next (n) Tuesday (t)" started with a K, but Pabst has changed that perception for me. She is a disgusting piece of work and a horrible human being. If Missoula wants to be represented by this bitch, then that is all I will ever need to know about that back-water, knuckle-dragging, cesspool of a town. The last thing I have to say to this contemptible piece of shit, is Karma is a nasty bitch and I cannot wait until she comes back to bite you in the ass.
To the victims who so bravely shared their stories with Krakauer, my sincerest apologies for what you were put through. I bow to you in awe for your courage, grit and fortitude to stay the course. I wish grace and peace for you and the healing you so rightly deserve.
To Krakauer, bravo fine man! You have again shown that you are a writer of integrity and fearlessness. The truth always comes out and I am honored to be able to read the same from your pen.
To everyone...this is a MUST READ book - if you are a woman, if you have a daughter, a sister, an aunt, a mother- you must read this book and raise your voice in collective outrage over the treatment of our fellow sisters. Godspeed.
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Reading Progress
March 3, 2015
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March 3, 2015
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April 22, 2015
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April 22, 2015
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"Already so infuriated at the way these young ladies have been treated. Krakauer is such a great writer though - I will read anything he writes."
April 23, 2015
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"Beyond infuriated now. Physically ill over how these young women were treated. Kristin Pabst is the devil incarnate."
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April 25, 2015
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April 26, 2015
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May 17, 2015 04:15AM
I'm "making" my 17 year old son read this as well. I think it's vitally important for him to understand how devastating sexual assault is.
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I agree. KP and Montana should be ashamed. I guarantee if you know 10 women at least one of them has been sexually assaulted at some point in their life. The fact that you don't know just shows how difficult it is to come forward and tell. This book shows why.
Michelle wrote: "I'm "making" my 17 year old son read this as well. I think it's vitally important for him to understand how devastating sexual assault is."Michelle, I applaud your efforts to help your son be more aware. Bravo to you!
Betsy wrote: "I agree. KP and Montana should be ashamed. I guarantee if you know 10 women at least one of them has been sexually assaulted at some point in their life. The fact that you don't know just shows how..."Agreed! Thank goodness Krakauer is not afraid to speak truth to power!
Elyse wrote: "Thanks for your expressive review. I'm reading it - as my way to be responsible - I have two adult -single- daughters. And... just as my way to be a little more aware- more informed - trusting t..."
Thank YOU for your kind words!
