Jenny Simpson speaks openly about the guilt felt by victims of psychological abuse, a form of domestic violence, which is often misunderstood and difficult to prove.
Beyond Reproach follows the life of a lady called Jane and her daughter Grace. Jane had already survived a violent relationship and when having spoken about this with her new partner, the relationship changes from one of love and understanding to utter contempt, sending her back to a place she had been before and a route of self-destruction. A series of counselling sessions followed but don't help matters, as her partner is convinced Jenny was the one who was violent in a past relationship and accuses her of abusing her daughter. At first Jane stands her ground but as memories of her past start to flood back in, she feels helpless and thoughts of suicide begin to loom in her mind. Unaware that her daughter was going through similar feelings, she was horrified to find out that Grace was contemplating suicide.
As a result of Alan's actions, the police eventually became involved and are not convinced by his story, instead they offer the support Jane and her daughter need to take charge of their lives once more.
The front cover shows just how Jane must have felt. Compelling reading.
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