The Child Called It by David Pelzer

A Child Called It by David Pelzer is a dramatic, compelling, gruesome book about the struggles of a young boy named David and his long journey against child abuse.

David's mother hadn't always hated him. Once upon a time she was happy, and she cared about him. But now, he is nothing but a flaw to her existence. She beats him, poisons him, trys to drown him and attempts to kill his self- esteem. After years of it, his father leaves and his mother finally gets caught.

This book was an amazing story. I really loved it. I chose it because almost everbody has read it. I'd rate it 5 stars. There's a sequel called The Lost Boy. This is a true story.