Stabbed in the Heart: Three Murdered Children, Two Resilient Mothers

by Lynn Shiner, Nancy Chavez, Nancy Eshelman

Two courageous women share their heartbreaking stories of the murders of their only children. Through the power of their stories, understand the impact of crime, the stages of grief, the struggles they endured on their unique journeys, and the importance of families and friends.

Genres: True Crime

210 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2013

Reviews

[Ruth Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read this book in preparation for a domestic violence panel discussion with the three authors sponsored by the MPC Peacemaking and Justice Committee.

Well-written, the book is an emotional account of the murder of Lynn's young children killed by their father and Nancy's daughter whose murder was arranged by the daughter's husband. The story continues with what happens through the media coverage and during the years after the murders as Lynn and Nancy journey through their pain. Both women emerge from their deep grief to become active in supporting victims and families affected by violent crime.

[Kathleen Wells · Rating 4 out of 5]

The gripping account of two mothers whose children were murdered. One mother lost two young children to murder by their own father, who then took his own life. The other mother lost an adult child whose murder was arranged by her husband. The story of the mothers' survival is inspiring, but at times very hard to read. I cannot imagine what it must have been like for them. Our Peacemaking and Justice Committee is reading this as part of their study of domestic violence.

[Christa · Rating 3 out of 5]

I won this book in a Goodreds giveaway. This really show the grieving of lost ones and what happens to not just the family but everyone involved in murders.

[Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very well written and inspirational. Wish there was no reason to write it though.

[Ellen Stone · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible book, written by incredible women. Well written. Well organized. Good information for professionals and lay people alike.

[Kathie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Heartbreaking account of the murders of the children of two women. The story continues to describe stages of grief, forgiveness, and life after the devastating loss of a child. Both women are dedicated to various projects to increase awareness of domestic violence and its prevention.