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Genre: Memoir
An unflinching yet hopeful and humorous memoir about turning pain into purpose.
She didn’t just save herself. She gave life, gave back, and became a voice for the women still finding their way out.
From the fragments of heartbreak, Melissa Sharman built something extraordinary.
At first glance, Melissa had it all – a husband, children, a suburban life. But behind closed doors were years of violence.
When she escaped, Melissa did more than survive: she helped change laws, founded a support organisation, and helped bring 22 babies into the world through egg donation and surrogacy.
Told with grace, honesty, and unexpected humour, The Beauty of Broken Things is a luminous story about how what breaks us can become our greatest offering.
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Genre: Memoir
An unflinching yet hopeful and humorous memoir about turning pain into purpose.
She didn’t just save herself. She gave life, gave back, and became a voice for the women still finding their way out.
From the fragments of heartbreak, Melissa Sharman built something extraordinary.
At first glance, Melissa had it all – a husband, children, a suburban life. But behind closed doors were years of violence.
When she escaped, Melissa did more than survive: she helped change laws, founded a support organisation, and helped bring 22 babies into the world through egg donation and surrogacy.
Told with grace, honesty, and unexpected humour, The Beauty of Broken Things is a luminous story about how what breaks us can become our greatest offering.
Genre: Memoir
An unflinching yet hopeful and humorous memoir about turning pain into purpose.
She didn’t just save herself. She gave life, gave back, and became a voice for the women still finding their way out.
From the fragments of heartbreak, Melissa Sharman built something extraordinary.
At first glance, Melissa had it all – a husband, children, a suburban life. But behind closed doors were years of violence.
When she escaped, Melissa did more than survive: she helped change laws, founded a support organisation, and helped bring 22 babies into the world through egg donation and surrogacy.
Told with grace, honesty, and unexpected humour, The Beauty of Broken Things is a luminous story about how what breaks us can become our greatest offering.
Like to learn more about Melissa Sharman? Visit her Hawkeye author page here.
Like to learn more about Melissa Sharman? Visit her Hawkeye author page here.
‘Melissa Sharman’s The Beauty of Broken Things is not only raw and honest, but also one of the most beautiful pieces of writing I’ve ever read. Sharman has already touched the hearts and lives of so many, but this book will reach even further, offering readers comfort, courage, and a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is hope.’ Rachael Johns, author
‘Does one keep secrets or do your secrets keep you?’ An exquisitely evocative, painful yet optimistic story of childhood trauma, domestic abuse and the ultimate gift of giving joy to families through egg donation and surrogacy. Sharman wears her physical and emotional scars with honour because they represent her mantra: ‘Women are strong and resilient; we can handle more hardship than we ever imagine possible.’ Bright, illuminating, vulnerable, wise, evocative, and generous.’ Cass Moriarty, author of Parting Words and The Promise Seed
‘Equal parts shattering and life-giving, this memoir shows how a woman can walk through fire and still cradle the world with open hands. A triumph of spirit and storytelling.’ Michelle Faye, author of Invisible Prison and DFV advocate
‘Raw. Unapologetic. Necessary. This is what it looks like when pain is turned into purpose. This is what resilience looks like when it finally speaks. A story that reminds us our darkest chapters can still write a radiant future.’ Renee Eaves, author of Flirt with Justice and social justice advocate
‘Moving, confronting and ultimately uplifting. The core of this story is female friendship. The strength of it; the sheer necessity of it; and how women, together, can rise, support, and make change. A book for anyone who has suffered at the hands of another; for those who believe in the strength of human will; and for readers who devour tales of determination, love, and friendship. Lorena Otes, author of Solo Mum by Choice
‘A complex and rich narrative of one woman’s survival, eclipsed only by her profound capacity to love. Her insightful prose safely guides readers through a lifetime battling abuse and control whilst she refused to yield to circumstance. Set against a backdrop of violence The Beauty of Broken Things navigates complexities of identity, faith and family, and how love can completely redefine them.’ Taysa, The Good Feelings Desk
‘A hauntingly beautiful journey that is unique and heartrending. Melissa wields her literary skill like a surgical blade that infuses her soul onto the page.’ Kylie Chan, author
‘Readers will first fall in love with Sharman’s prose, her elegant metaphorical language expertly woven into her raw tale, and will come away with a seed of hope in their heart and the belief that there is always help out there. This book is a vivid reminder that life is precious, and I deeply commend Melissa for her bravery in sharing this story that will undoubtedly help so many others.’ Bex Hall, editor and reviewer
‘Melissa Sharman’s The Beauty of Broken Things is not only raw and honest, but also one of the most beautiful pieces of writing I’ve ever read. Sharman has already touched the hearts and lives of so many, but this book will reach even further, offering readers comfort, courage, and a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is hope.’ Rachael Johns, author
‘Does one keep secrets or do your secrets keep you?’ An exquisitely evocative, painful yet optimistic story of childhood trauma, domestic abuse and the ultimate gift of giving joy to families through egg donation and surrogacy. Sharman wears her physical and emotional scars with honour because they represent her mantra: ‘Women are strong and resilient; we can handle more hardship than we ever imagine possible.’ Bright, illuminating, vulnerable, wise, evocative, and generous.’ Cass Moriarty, author of Parting Words and The Promise Seed
‘Equal parts shattering and life-giving, this memoir shows how a woman can walk through fire and still cradle the world with open hands. A triumph of spirit and storytelling.’ Michelle Faye, author of Invisible Prison and DFV advocate
‘Raw. Unapologetic. Necessary. This is what it looks like when pain is turned into purpose. This is what resilience looks like when it finally speaks. A story that reminds us our darkest chapters can still write a radiant future.’ Renee Eaves, author of Flirt with Justice and social justice advocate
‘Moving, confronting and ultimately uplifting. The core of this story is female friendship. The strength of it; the sheer necessity of it; and how women, together, can rise, support, and make change. A book for anyone who has suffered at the hands of another; for those who believe in the strength of human will; and for readers who devour tales of determination, love, and friendship. Lorena Otes, author of Solo Mum by Choice
‘A complex and rich narrative of one woman’s survival, eclipsed only by her profound capacity to love. Her insightful prose safely guides readers through a lifetime battling abuse and control whilst she refused to yield to circumstance. Set against a backdrop of violence The Beauty of Broken Things navigates complexities of identity, faith and family, and how love can completely redefine them.’ Taysa, The Good Feelings Desk
‘A hauntingly beautiful journey that is unique and heartrending. Melissa wields her literary skill like a surgical blade that infuses her soul onto the page.’ Kylie Chan, author
‘Readers will first fall in love with Sharman’s prose, her elegant metaphorical language expertly woven into her raw tale, and will come away with a seed of hope in their heart and the belief that there is always help out there. This book is a vivid reminder that life is precious, and I deeply commend Melissa for her bravery in sharing this story that will undoubtedly help so many others.’ Bex Hall, editor and reviewer
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