And Our Village Remained Silent: A mother's story of incest and domestic violence amid community indifference

Carlyn's husband had worn her down with years of degradation, disreputable business dealings, and sexual peccadilloes. As their fourteenth wedding anniversary approached, Carlyn, in desperation, started a journey of introspection which led to the crushing awareness that Fred had molested several of her sisters. That was the final straw for their marriage.

As she learned more about Fred's secret life, Carlyn also realized their children had been victimized. Carlyn faced a difficult time of ...