About The Book

Raised, Not Reached is a raw, emotional true story about generational silence, the scars of fatherhood, and the quiet prayers of a child who just wanted to feel loved.

Told through deeply personal moments, this book traces the real-life journey of Emmanuel and his son — a boy trying to understand his father, a man trying to escape his past, and a great-grandmother who held them together with faith and handwritten prayers.

This is more than a memoir. It’s a healing cry for Black families who grew up in survival mode — where feelings were unspoken, hugs were rare, and silence became the only language.

If you've ever felt emotionally disconnected from your father, longed for healing, or questioned whether you were truly loved, this book will reach you. And if you're a father struggling to connect, it will show you that it’s never too late to try again.

Because sometimes the loudest pain is passed down quietly.