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Early in the book we learn that he was raped at the age of 7 in a public restroom while at summer camp.
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Michael Thomas was raped at age 7 in a public restroom at summer camp
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Claim Maker
Thomas Chatterton Williams
Context Type
Book Review
Context Details
{
    "age": 7,
    "event": "rape",
    "author": "Michael Thomas",
    "book_title": "The Broken King"
}
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Person Trauma
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9fc88f41-c25e-47bd-a1cd-70cf941c35c6
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Created
September 2, 2025 at 6:24 PM (5 days ago)
Last Updated
September 2, 2025 at 6:24 PM (5 days ago)

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Book Review: ‘The Broken King,’ by Michael Thomas
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A review of Michael Thomas's memoir, "The Broken King," detailing his struggles with abuse, addiction, and mental illness alongside his literary success. The review highlights the author's raw honesty and powerful writing style.

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Book Review
Mental Illness
Trauma
Race
Addiction
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