CALL OF THE VOID Volume I

What would you do if you were abused as a child and then shared with his friends, their little play thing?

Would you want to talk about it?

This is the story of my life, the ups and the downs. How I ended up living with Complex PTSD after childhood trauma, then hidden for over 30 years. If you have or know anyone who struggles with any form of Mental Health then this book could be for you. Together we can break down the walls and challenge the Stigma around Mental Health. Let's start talking before it's too late.

I remember the day like any other trip to the Polo Club. I was chatting to Jilly Cooper about her latest film. Prince Harry was playing with his dad. We locked up and grabbed our bikes. Headed off through the woods. We dumped the bikes and off I walked down a track.

"Nice"

That's the only word he used, whispering it into my ear. I can still smell his breath, the fags, the booze, the Sherry. I got a bonus that day for all my hard work 120.

If I told people they wouldn't believe it. They would try to ruin our special friendship. You once said to me.

"No one will believe you"

You were my friend and I trusted you. I believed what you said was true.

30 years later, I realise it was all a lie.

Together we can make a difference. Together we can help.

Together we can challenge Mental Health.