Raised as a Lie

What if everything you ever believed about yourself was a lie?

Raised As A Lie is a complex and moving memoir about race, identity, worthiness and trauma. This compelling emotional tale catapults the reader into a world of deception and family secrets that leaves one astounded. In Raised As a Lie, Dr. Naeema Olatunji shares a vulnerable exploration of the denial, deceit, abuse and racism faced in her formative years. The memoir inspires reflection and fruitful dialogue, addressing engaging questions about bi-racial belonging like:

• How does childhood trauma affect our self-worth?
• How do you forgive when you can't forget? 
• How does one navigate racial identity in a society that remains racially charged?

Dr. Naeema illuminates deep unaddressed wounds of lack, shame and of self-worth. This powerful debut work may not have even come to surface if not for a soul-stirring heartbreak that shook the author to her core. You will love this book if you ever struggled with feeling invisible or battled with childhood traumas and the indelible scars they leave behind. 

Raised As A Lie speaks to people of mixed heritage, people of color, or anyone burdened with family secrets or childhood trauma.