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 As a child Victor Kline was sexually, physically and emotionally abused by his mother. Despite this, or perhaps because of it, he went on to lead a diverse, exciting and often dangerous life. From medical guinea pig to Federal prosecutor to outback barrister. From provincial France to the highlands of New Guinea to dodging bullets in the Sri Lankan Civil War, The House at Anzac Parade is his story, and the story of his healing.   “A confronting, beautifully written book of searing honesty, it is at the same time a highly readable, uplifting story of how one can overcome adversity and thrive. This book documents an inherent truth: the best revenge is to live life well.” Dr Michael Gliksman (Chair , Professional Issues Committee, Australian Medical Association, NSW, author of Skink and Jewboy)    “A life so packed with living. There is not a dormant moment in Victor Kline's life. Obstacles, cruelty, triumphs, unfathomable pain, A book so enthralling, it has a pulse of its own. Amazing and utterly inspiring."  Jackie Loeb  (Comedian, Writer and Entertainer, Los Angeles. Nominated for Best Comedy 2011 Hollywood Fringe Festival).   “This book will restore your soul. It’s a cathartic epic tale of an extraordinary personal pilgrimage, a journey through law, politics, writing, acting and faith. It shows that sexual abuse doesn’t need to win. In our age that searches for healing, redemptive and empowering stories, don’t miss this one. A remarkable, moving read.” Reverend Dr Ross Clifford AM (President NSW Council of Churches, Principal Morling Theological College, author of Beyond Prediction, The Cross Is Not Enough, Riding the Rollercoaster)                 "Victor Kline has delivered an eloquent honest and highly personal story, the constant thread of which is his ongoing struggle to make meaning of the compounded traumas of his childhood. Yet Victor’s story is ultimately one of hope and recovery, a rich journey, which despite the ultimate of betrayals is as courageous as it is inspiring.”  Dr Cathy Kezelman (President, ASCA - Adults Surviving Child Abuse, author of Innocence Revisited: A Tale in Parts) “ONE OF THE MOST ENTRALLING BOOKS I HAVE READ IN MY LIFE. IF YOU ONLY READ ONE BOOK THIS YEAR, READ THIS ONE. A TOTALLY AMAZING READ” (Bob Phillips, Radio 3 RPP Melbourne) FULL AND FULL AND FULL OF LIVED WISDOM.” (Natasha Mitchell, Presenter ABC Radio National’s Life Matters) “AN INCREDIBLE STORY.” (Helen Shield, ABC Radio Statewide Evenings) "AN AMAZING READ!" (Glenn Ridge, Radio MyMp Melbourne) “AN INCREDIBLE READ.” (Stuart Bocking, Radio 2UE Sydney) “IT READS LIKE A NOVEL YOU DON’T EVER WANT TO PUT DOWN.” (Elizabeth Ban, broadcaster, author and blogger) “ABSOLUTELY RIVETING”. (Sarah MacDonald, ABC Radio Presenter, author of Holy Cow, An Indian Adventure) “A TRUE TESTAMENT TO THE TRIUMPH OF THE HUMAN SPIRIT.” (Petra Aeron Lohmann, author of Truth, Love and Unity) “BRAVERY AND COURAGE HAVE MANY GUISES. HERE IS ONE.” (Jane E. Seymour, actress). “AN AMAZING STORY. EXTRAORDINARY LIFE. SAD AND HUMOROUS. WONDERFULLY WRITTEN.” (Natela Dzuliashvili, actress and acting teacher, Yaroslavl State Theatrical Institute). “EVERY FACET OF VICTOR’S VARIEGATED LIFE HELD MY INTEREST, NOT JUST BECAUSE OF HIS AMAZING ADVENTURES, BUT ALSO BECAUSE OF HIS CANDOUR.” (Marjorie Lewis-Jones, A Bigger Brighter World – A world of Books). “THE BEST BOOK I’VE READ THIS YEAR.” (Athol Cowan, Radio 101FM Logan City) “A BEAUTIFUL AND FASCINATING BOOK.” (Gordon Wilson, Radio Joy 94.9, Melbourne). “A WONDERFUL MEMOIR OF HEALING AND THE JOURNEY IT TOOK.” (Jenny Hayworth, author of Inside/Outside) “KLINE IS A HIGHLY EFFECTIVE STORYTELLER AND AN EXPERT AT CONJURING CHARACTERS FROM HIS PAST WITH INESCAPABLE WIT AND CANDOUR.” (Sonia Nair, ArtsHub) “VICTOR KLINE HAS GONE ON TO HELP OTHERS BY WRITING AN INSPIRATIONAL BOOK.” (Jo Lamble, Channel Ten’s Studio 10 You) “SUCH AN INSPIRATIONAL STORY. I WAS STAGGERED.”