A riveting coming of age story, that will make you laugh, cry and root for Laura to find happiness. Laura Shirk is a normal, happy, go-lucky, little girl playing with Cabbage Patch dolls and Legos. Until she isn't. Set in the late 1980s-early 90s, a visit to her aunt and uncle's house changes everything. What follows is a nerve-racking story shedding light on child sexual abuse. As the tragedy unfolds, Laura mutters through life concealing her secret from everyone. Feeling alone and isolated, she struggles to navigate her younger years wondering if she can or will ever find happiness. Then, Laura meets 'the perfect man' for her. Can he heal her heart and break down her steel walls? The Secrets We Conceal, S.R. Fabrico's debut novel is a riveting coming of age story that beautifully conveys how love and strength can heal all wounds. "An incredible story of grit, perseverance and bravery. This story is devastating, raw and romantic in one. The Secrets We Conceal is a must-read that you can't put down." Dana Derricks, 12 - Time Award-Winning Author "As a therapist in practice for over 20 years, treating female abuse and trauma, The Secrets We Conceal is a story that countless numbers of young girls can relate to. The trauma narrative in the beginning is hard to get through, even as a trained EMDR trauma therapist. However, this story of how the universe sends love to conquer evil is a redemptive message of hope and speaks to human resilience. It is my hope that this book will land in the hands of other women who might have suffered like the main character and that they will be empowered to speak out and find their own healing. A must read for anyone that feels they are at the end of their rope. The reader will cry tears of sadness, joy and laughter at this tragically witty story where in the end love really does conquer all evil. " Sarah R. Coates, M.Ed, LCMHC, NCC "A haunting tale of innocence being stripped from a young girl, but with the power of finding confidence and self-worth. Profoundly moving while shedding light on an important social issue that every parent needs to pay attention to. A must read for any parent/care giver who wants to feel empowered to have an open conversation with their child to keep them protected or allowing them to have a voice." SDC, mother of a young pre-teen daughter "S.R. Fabrico has created a book where we can find unexpected messages about ourselves and the world around us. I resonated with the main character, Laura, and the journey that she overcame. Her story is full of moments that change lives and while my story is different from hers, there are commonalities that brought pain yet also brought the feeling that I could share my journey and struggles. I cried, laughed, and loved this book, it is a must read!" M.W., Survivor