I Was #87: A Deaf Woman's Ordeal of Misdiagnosis, Institutionalization, and Abuse

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Summary: skeptical
Review: A wonder book by Adair Renning, her friend has had one difficult life, as you read the book Anne has been through alot and needed attention from her parents. The book was well written by Adair and it will be a very good seller.

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Summary: With Sincere Happy Wishes to You , Anne In Your Future!
Review: Dear Anne and Adair, I was in the libary one day last week and while glancing at titles randomly, your's stuck out. I picked up the book and since I am a Direct Care Worker in a Gp Hm, it appealed to me. I wasn't 5pps into it and I had real tears flowing... My heart ached as I read your book, I still can't comprehend the horror you went through and how you survived. Then your family to treat you so utterly terrible too! My gosh Anne, You are a very strong person to have done so. I have wanted to talk with you, tell you how sorry I am society treated you so badly, how I felt every word you wrote! I have passed this book onto so many people. If possible, can you please wb to me, I would like to be email penpals with you and get to know you better and hear you are doing well! If not, I understand, but I should hope you and Adair would write your present life and Ms. Renning, you did a beautiful thing to helping Anne out sincerely. Best wishes to you both and happiness always, dawn~

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Summary: You're a wonderful person Anne!
Review: I am not a fan of reading books, but the title of this book caught my attention. I could not put this book down once I started reading it and finished it over a weekend. I recommended this book to my entire family and I hope everyone gets a chance to read it. I was so moved on how Anne survived through all of the horrible obstactles she faced. It is sad to think that all of her "supposeable friends" during that time in her life took advantage of her the way they did when she needed them the most. I feel like I know her and forever I will think of Anne. I wish her the best and I hope the future for her is the most rewarding, for she has earned it!!

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Summary: I WAS #87
Review: I AM THE MOTHER OF ADAIR WHO WROTE THE BOOK WITH ANNE BOLANDER.EVEN AS SHE WAS WRITING I WOULD GET CHILLS DOWN MY SPINE.I COULDN'T BELIEVE THE HOROR THAT WENT ON DURING THIS TIME PERIOD.I JUST REC'D MY COPY,I'M GLAD TO SAY AUTOGRAPHED BY BOTH ADAIR AND ANNE,I WAS VISITING MY DAUGHTER LAST WK.ANNE IS A LOVELY PERSON AND A PERSONIALITY THAT WON'T QUIT.HOW ANYONE COULD PASS THIS BOOK UP IS BEYOND ME.I HAVE SPREAD THE WORD THAT IT IS OUT.NOW THAT I KNOW YOU HAVE IT I WILL PASS THAT ALONG ALSO. FOR ALL THIS TO HAPPEN TO ANNE SHOULDN'T HAPPEN TO ANY ONE.I DON'T KNOW IF ALL THE PEOPLE ARE DEAD ,BUT WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND,WHAT EVER HAPPENS TO THEM WON'T BE IN HEAVEN. THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME WRITE THIS.I HOPE BY BEING ADAIR'S MOTHER WON'T MAKE YOU THROW IT OUT.I DIDN'T DO IT TO WIN ANYTHING.JUST WANTED PEOPLE TO KNOW IT IS A GREAT BOOK. SINCERLY,BETTY NICHOLS

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Summary: You're a wonderful person Anne!
Review: I was #87 is a true story, neither my daughter or I could put this book down until we finished it. It is about a little girl who was severely abused and also diagnosed as being retarded when she was actually deaf and of above average intelligence. The determination and survival of this child is so riviting and also inspiring at the same time. It makes you thankful for what we do have in this life. You will realize that the day to day things we might think of as obstacles or problems are so trivial. I would reccomend this book to everyone. There is a limied supply since it is out of print but it is available through the library also.

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Summary: A 5 star story that will change your life forever
Review: I was #87 is a true story, neither my daughter or I could put this book down until we finished it. It is about a little girl who was severely abused and also diagnosed as being retarded when she was actually deaf and of above average intelligence. The determination and survival of this child is so riviting and also inspiring at the same time. It makes you thankful for what we do have in this life. You will realize that the day to day things we might think of as obstacles or problems are so trivial. I would reccomend this book to everyone. There is a limied supply since it is out of print but it is available through the library also.

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Summary: great book
Review: I was so touched when I read Anne's book. She went through so much and I cannot tell you how brave I think she is. I wish her all the best. Thank-you Anne. Carole

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Summary: I can relate perfectly... what an important and vital book
Review: This was the most moving book I have ever read. I am sad to see it isn't available and very hurt that I cannot share it with my deaf friends. I was shocked to see the amount of abuse this poor gal suffered but sure could relate to how the general public and even family members treat the deaf and hard of hearing. What the brothers did to her was nothing extraordinary. Nothing different than most folks with hearing losses experience, ignorant attitudes, that's all. What is most horrifying about this book is what the school in Bridgewater did, and how many of her so-called friends had no conscience and cheated her, taking advantage of her innocence, robbing her of money and of life. Now this will be hidden forever. I am so upset. Sorry to vent, I just don't know what to do. My heart goes out to Anne, she is one courageous soul and an inspiration for us all to overcome any obstacle.