Richard B. Pelzer Non-Fiction books in order

Richard B. Pelzer's non-fiction memoirs chronicle his survival of childhood abuse and his path to recovery, told across two books.
Series · Non-Fiction · Memoir · Biography

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 A Brother’s Journey: Surviving a Childhood of Abuse 2000 Richard B. Pelzer Buy
2 A Teenager’s Journey: Overcoming a Childhood of Abuse 2006 Richard B. Pelzer Buy

Richard B. Pelzer’s two non-fiction books document his experiences growing up in a severely abusive home. A Brother’s Journey: Surviving a Childhood of Abuse (2000) describes his early years and the escalating abuse he endured after his older brother was removed from the family by social services.

A Teenager’s Journey: Overcoming a Childhood of Abuse (2006) follows Richard into his teenage years, exploring the long-term effects of the abuse and his struggle to build a normal life. Both books are written in a direct, personal style that puts the reader inside the experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Richard B. Pelzer Non-Fiction series?

There are two books in the Richard B. Pelzer Non-Fiction series, published between 2000 and 2006.

What is the first book in the Richard B. Pelzer Non-Fiction series?

The first book in the Richard B. Pelzer Non-Fiction series is A Brother’s Journey: Surviving a Childhood of Abuse, published in 2000.

Do you need to read A Brother's Journey before A Teenager's Journey?

Yes, A Brother’s Journey (2000) covers Richard’s childhood and should be read first. A Teenager’s Journey (2006) picks up where the first book leaves off, following him through adolescence. Together they tell a single continuous story.

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