Mouth Shut Head Down: a novel about Coercive Control in Trafficking

Seventeen-year-old Allee Gray has always been good at hiding.

When her father's drinking spirals into violence, she slips out the bathroom window to the library, her best friend Tanaya's house or her job at Pop's Pizza. But when tragedy takes her mother's life, Allee faces a new reality-a grief she can't escape.

But Tanaya has secrets, too. As Allee watches her best friend get drawn into a dangerous relationship, she realizes that staying quiet may cost more than she can bear.

To protect the people she loves-and herself-Allee must go against all she learned and find the courage to speak up.

Tender and unflinching, this is a story of friendship, resilience, and the power of finding your voice.

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Mouth Shut Head Down: a novel about Coercive Control in Trafficking

Seventeen-year-old Allee Gray has always been good at hiding.

When her father's drinking spirals into violence, she slips out the bathroom window to the library, her best friend Tanaya's house or her job at Pop's Pizza. But when tragedy takes her mother's life, Allee faces a new reality-a grief she can't escape.

But Tanaya has secrets, too. As Allee watches her best friend get drawn into a dangerous relationship, she realizes that staying quiet may cost more than she can bear.

To protect the people she loves-and herself-Allee must go against all she learned and find the courage to speak up.

Tender and unflinching, this is a story of friendship, resilience, and the power of finding your voice.

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Mouth Shut Head Down: a novel about Coercive Control in Trafficking

Mouth Shut Head Down: a novel about Coercive Control in Trafficking

by Geraldine Donaher
Mouth Shut Head Down: a novel about Coercive Control in Trafficking

Mouth Shut Head Down: a novel about Coercive Control in Trafficking

by Geraldine Donaher

Overview

Seventeen-year-old Allee Gray has always been good at hiding.

When her father's drinking spirals into violence, she slips out the bathroom window to the library, her best friend Tanaya's house or her job at Pop's Pizza. But when tragedy takes her mother's life, Allee faces a new reality-a grief she can't escape.

But Tanaya has secrets, too. As Allee watches her best friend get drawn into a dangerous relationship, she realizes that staying quiet may cost more than she can bear.

To protect the people she loves-and herself-Allee must go against all she learned and find the courage to speak up.

Tender and unflinching, this is a story of friendship, resilience, and the power of finding your voice.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781957863535
Publisher: Parisian Phoenix Publishing
Publication date: 01/28/2026
Pages: 232
Product dimensions: 6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.49(d)
Age Range: 14 - 18 Years

About the Author

Geraldine Donaher is an author, speaker, and teacher who uses storytelling to educate and inspire. With a passion for both the written and spoken word, she creates narratives of everyday experiences through fresh perspectives. Geraldine's background in education has shaped her ability to connect with diverse audiences, from young studentsdiscovering literature for the first time to seasoned writers seeking to refine their craft.Through her blog, she shares in-depth author interviews and research insights, offering readers a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process. She also curates The Writer's Flashlight, a uniqueresource that combines visual and auditory components to help writers spark new ideas and deepen their practice. Dedicated to building community, Geraldine engages with readers through her monthly newsletters where she shares reflections, resources, and updates on her latest projects.Whether in the classroom, on stage, or on the page, Geraldine Donaher's mission is to inspire curiosity, foster creativity, and celebrate the transformative power of storytelling. Readers can connect with her and explore more of her work at geraldinedonaher.com
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