Shattered at Seven: Surviving abuse, addiction, and then darkness that nearly took me

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Jessy Spruell

Shattered at Seven

Name: Shattered at Seven
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ISBN: 9798995255802

Surviving abuse, addiction, and then darkness that nearly took me

Jessy Spruell

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Jessy Spruell
09 March 2026

Autobiography: general; Memoirs; True stories of heroism, endurance & survival; Coping with drug & alcohol abuse

Some childhoods leave scars. Others leave fractures that echo through an entire lifetime.

In Shattered at 7, Jessy Spruell shares a raw and deeply personal memoir about growing up in an environment shaped by trauma, abuse, and instability. What began as a childhood defined by fear and confusion slowly turned into years of struggle with addiction, self-destruction, and the painful search for identity and purpose.

Through unflinching honesty, Spruell invites readers into the moments that shaped his life-the experiences that broke him, the choices that nearly destroyed him, and the difficult path toward accountability and healing. This is not a story told through perfect hindsight or easy redemption. It is a story of consequences, survival, and the relentless effort required to rebuild a life after everything has fallen apart.

Shattered at 7 explores the long shadow childhood trauma can cast over adulthood, the grip addiction can take on a life, and the courage it takes to confront the past rather than run from it. With vulnerability and courage, Spruell reveals what it means to face your own brokenness and begin the slow work of putting the pieces back together.

More than a memoir of hardship, Shattered at 7 is a testament to resilience, personal responsibility, and the belief that even the most fractured lives can find a path forward.

This powerful story will resonate with readers who have faced addiction, survived trauma, or searched for hope after years of darkness.

By: Jessy Spruell
Imprint: Jessy Spruell
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 249g
ISBN: 9798995255802
Pages: 180
Publication Date: 09 March 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jessy Spruell is the author of Shattered at 7, a powerful memoir that explores the lasting impact of childhood trauma, addiction, and the long road to recovery. Through raw honesty and reflection, he shares his journey of confronting a painful past and rebuilding his life piece by piece. His writing speaks to anyone who has struggled with addiction, hardship, or the weight of early life experiences. Jessy lives in the United States with his wife, Shannon, and continues to advocate for resilience, accountability, and the possibility of redemption.