Louise Nicholas

My Story

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, True Crime, Social Science, Biography & Memoir
Cover of the book Louise Nicholas by Louise Nicholas, Penguin Random House New Zealand
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Louise Nicholas ISBN: 9781775536307
Publisher: Penguin Random House New Zealand Publication: July 4, 2014
Imprint: RHNZ Adult ebooks Language: English
Author: Louise Nicholas
ISBN: 9781775536307
Publisher: Penguin Random House New Zealand
Publication: July 4, 2014
Imprint: RHNZ Adult ebooks
Language: English

The hard-hitting and moving expose of a teenager whose abuse by police began when she was a 13-year-old and continued throughout her teens. What's the real story behind Louise Nicholas' claims of gang rape by policemen?What allowed her to bring her darkest and most harrowing secrets into the harsh light of public opinion? Louise Nicholas' life has turned full circle since she was raped by policemen nearly 30 years ago - she now advises senior police how to support rape victims. She single-handedly rocked New Zealand's police and justice systems to their cores, her case sparking the 2007 Commission of Inquiry into Police Conduct. Police accepted the Commission's findings in full, apologised unreservedly to victims, and embarked on a programme of systematic change. It is written with award-winning journalist Philip Kitchin, whose investigations into the cover-up of Louise's complaints led to the establishment of Operation Austin. Louise's story is interspersed with Philip's exposition of his investigations into the case.Her story is the subject of a television docu-drama screening in 2014. The *Herald'*s New Zealander of the Year in 2007, Louise is highly regarded throughout the country, being asked to speak on local and national government advisory groups. People everywhere are moved by her as she continues to symbolise relentless courage and determination.My Story is a rare insight into the life of a woman who suffered both child abuse and gang rape by policemen but who stood up bravely in the face of intense public scrutiny to ensure that justice was done. It's also a textbook example of excellence in investigative journalism - the dogged pursuit of a story that was being covered up by many parties. And it's a moving story of the power of love - the support shown by Louise's husband and children.This revised edition of My Story, updated by both Louise and Phil Kitchin,outlines all that has happened over the last seven years. It is a potent reminder of how much our societal values have changed.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

The hard-hitting and moving expose of a teenager whose abuse by police began when she was a 13-year-old and continued throughout her teens. What's the real story behind Louise Nicholas' claims of gang rape by policemen?What allowed her to bring her darkest and most harrowing secrets into the harsh light of public opinion? Louise Nicholas' life has turned full circle since she was raped by policemen nearly 30 years ago - she now advises senior police how to support rape victims. She single-handedly rocked New Zealand's police and justice systems to their cores, her case sparking the 2007 Commission of Inquiry into Police Conduct. Police accepted the Commission's findings in full, apologised unreservedly to victims, and embarked on a programme of systematic change. It is written with award-winning journalist Philip Kitchin, whose investigations into the cover-up of Louise's complaints led to the establishment of Operation Austin. Louise's story is interspersed with Philip's exposition of his investigations into the case.Her story is the subject of a television docu-drama screening in 2014. The *Herald'*s New Zealander of the Year in 2007, Louise is highly regarded throughout the country, being asked to speak on local and national government advisory groups. People everywhere are moved by her as she continues to symbolise relentless courage and determination.My Story is a rare insight into the life of a woman who suffered both child abuse and gang rape by policemen but who stood up bravely in the face of intense public scrutiny to ensure that justice was done. It's also a textbook example of excellence in investigative journalism - the dogged pursuit of a story that was being covered up by many parties. And it's a moving story of the power of love - the support shown by Louise's husband and children.This revised edition of My Story, updated by both Louise and Phil Kitchin,outlines all that has happened over the last seven years. It is a potent reminder of how much our societal values have changed.

More books from Penguin Random House New Zealand

Cover of the book Work in Progress by Louise Nicholas
Cover of the book Surviving Breast Cancer by Louise Nicholas
Cover of the book What You Have by Louise Nicholas
Cover of the book The Warrior Queen by Louise Nicholas
Cover of the book Krystyna's Story by Louise Nicholas
Cover of the book Catch Me When You Fall by Louise Nicholas
Cover of the book The Years Before My Death by Louise Nicholas
Cover of the book The Good Life On Te Muna Road by Louise Nicholas
Cover of the book Wind Driven by Louise Nicholas
Cover of the book Easy Rider by Louise Nicholas
Cover of the book For the Love of Horses by Louise Nicholas
Cover of the book Split Time by Louise Nicholas
Cover of the book Double Take by Louise Nicholas
Cover of the book Mutuwhenua by Louise Nicholas
Cover of the book The Spare Room by Louise Nicholas
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy