"Compelling...an awful sort of love story, a grim protrait of domestic abuse. It is emotionally articulate and raw" -- Chrissey Isley * The Guardian * "Searing honesty, down-to-earth description and the authentic voice of a woman who has suffered and survived" * The Irish Times * "An extremely harrowing account" * You Magazine * "[Dinah's] catalogue of abuse is spine-chilling" * , Irish Independent * "[A] courageous memoir" * Irish Mail on Sunday *About the AuthorDinah O'Dowd was born and raised in Dublin. In 1959, at the age of 19, she escaped the suffocating atmosphere of Ireland, leaving her first born behind. It was at the pub she worked at in Woolwich that she met her future husband, Gerry O'Dowd. Over the years Dinah suffered repeated physical assault and prolonged mental torture, yet successfully bore and raised six children, one of whom became a world superstar - Boy George. In 2001 Dinah and Gerry finally divorced, after 42 years together. Dinah now lives alone in South East London. where can i download bestseller ebooks for free Cry Salty Tears
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Greatest Book You Will Ever Read!!By RENEE BERGMANNLove, love this book, I know Kevin O'dowd and his GF, reading this makes me sad on how they and his mom had to go through this. She wrote a great book on how she show strength and courage, and raised fine children, esp. Boy George, he spoils his mum and his siblings so much, I actually got a free t-shirt that he designed to raise money for cancer, I survived it 3 times, and his brother Kevin sent it to me to the US from the UK as a gift. They are the sweetest family ever, this book is worth reading, I give it 1000 Stars!!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Hidden strength runs deepBy Donna LemanskiI so thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It wasn't another sob story written by a public figure. I was so completely drawn into her emotions, thoughts and fears. Yes, it's a story about abuse but it's also a story about love and strength. Her children were very lucky to have her as their mom and role model. I highly recommend this book!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A Great ReadBy lpI grew up with Culture Club and Boy George!! Couldn't get enough of the Boy!! When I found out that Georges Mother wrote her book on her marriage to Georges dad I had to get it.I felt at times that I wanted to cry. She went through so much abuse. The book really captured me and made me relize what a remarkable woman she is. Its a book that I couldn't put down. If you purchase this book I know you will feel for Georges mother. Its a great read.