We’ve been approached with an advance reader copy of a new book titled Forgiving Dr. Jekyll. Before we consider adding it to HAVOCA’s recommended resources list, we need to be confident that it’s genuinely helpful, safe, and appropriate for survivors.
I’m looking for a small group of volunteers who are willing to read the ARC and give structured feedback on:
- Whether the content feels safe and survivor‑appropriate
- Any potential triggers or concerns
- How useful it might be for people at different stages of recovery
- Whether it offers anything meaningfully new or supportive
- Overall suitability for inclusion on our resources list
Press release: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hKr ... it?tab=t.0
About the author:
Paul Drugan began his writing career deeply rooted in political advocacy and civil rights campaigning during the transformative 1990s. With a Master’s degree in Liberal Arts from Harvard, Paul has used his voice to champion equality at the local, state, and national levels.
Synopsis:
Paul Drugan grew up in a world where he endured his father's abuse behind closed doors, where silence was survival. Years later, when the weight of shame and addiction became unbearable, he made a choice—to confront the past and rewrite his story. In this searingly honest memoir, Drugan shares his journey from devastation to healing, from self-destruction to self-acceptance. With an unflinching voice and a deeply compassionate heart, he explores the power of forgiveness—not for the one who caused the pain, but for himself. If you’ve ever carried wounds that weren’t yours to bear, this book is for you. If you’ve ever longed for freedom from the past, this book is for you. The road to healing is never easy, but it is always worth it.
Inside the Memoir, You Will Find:
--A raw, honest exploration of childhood trauma and emotional abuse
--A deeply human look at men’s mental health, vulnerability, and emotional suppression
--A powerful narrative of addiction, recovery, and psychological awakening
--LGBTQ+ identity exploration grounded in compassion and truth
--Insight into inner-child healing and breaking generational cycles
--A spiritual reframing of forgiveness as liberation—not denial
--A deeply empathetic companion for anyone ready to heal
Who This Memoir Is For
Perfect for readers of Educated, The Glass Castle, Boy Erased, and All Souls, this memoir resonates with:
--Men seeking greater emotional awareness, healing, and mental health support
--Trauma survivors and adult survivors of childhood abuse
--LGBTQ+ readers navigating identity and self-acceptance
--Individuals in addiction recovery or healing from self-destructive cycles
--Anyone seeking emotional resilience, forgiveness, and personal transformation
You don’t need to be a professional reviewer — just someone who can read with a survivor’s lens and offer honest, thoughtful impressions.
If you’re interested, please reply below or message me directly, I can email you the link.
Thanks in advance to anyone who can help us make an informed decision. Your insight really does shape the quality and safety of the resources we recommend.
