THE HIDDEN HOUSE

That night, when they came for us, my little brother and I, my uncle and aunt told us they were taking us to a house that would protect us from the fight. Yet this house isn't deep in a cave. It's not on top of a mountain, underwater, or in the middle of a forest. It's not a mansion, a castle, or even a cabin. It's a chameleon house: from the outside, it looks like all the other houses in the neighborhood, and the woman who welcomes us there is nothing like a spy or a ninja. This will be our refuge. A hidden house...

An essential book for raising awareness and opening dialogue. Both moving and hopeful, this book is a valuable tool for discussing domestic violence sensitively, whether in the family, classroom, or professional setting. Through powerful text and sublime illustrations, this book gives a voice to the children and mothers who find refuge in these hidden homes, where their path to a new life begins.