The Price of Love: Poetry of a Broken Child

This book of poetry is based on my life. I am C.D. Guzman, and this was my childhood—crimes, abuse, and heartbreak laid out before you.

In this raw and unflinching collection, I recount the tumultuous journey of growing up under the shadows of addiction, violence, and betrayal. Each poem captures a fragment of my past, turning pain into powerful verses that echo with resilience and honesty. From nights filled with fear to days marked by survival, these poems offer a glimpse into a world wher...