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Girls Play Dead

Jen Percy

In this groundbreaking blend of memoir and investigative reporting, Jen Percy explores the misunderstood survival responses to sexual violence—from freezing to passivity—challenging harmful myths about how survivors “should” react and expanding the language available to understand trauma and resilience

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JHF Virtual Book Club: Girls Play Dead

March 11, 2026 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm EDT

Join Debbie Millman and Jen Percy for a virtual discussion of Girls Play Dead. A recording will be sent out after the event and will be available for 30 days.

Thank you for your interest in the JHF Virtual Book Club. This event has already passed, but we’d love to have you join us for future sessions as we continue reading, reflecting, and healing together..

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