Description
I AM ONLY MINE
Book Summary
A picture book in Catalan that addresses the subject of control and harassment in romantic relationships in a sensitive and metaphorical way. Through the story of a male mouse and a female mouse, the author explores how love can transform into a toxic and dangerous dynamic. A necessary work for recognizing warning signs and fostering personal autonomy.
What is it about?
The story begins with a mouse who constantly interrogates the female mouse: why she dresses a certain way, what she should wear, or how she got a promotion at work. These seemingly harmless comments intensify over time. The mouse is turning into a cat, a slow but increasingly evident transformation. The female mouse, who initially lived a romantic love story, realizes that her relationship has turned into a nightmare. Trapped by fear, she must find the strength to open her eyes and escape from the cage her life has become.
Main themes
- Gender-based violence and psychological control in relationships.
- School and social bullying as the seeds of toxic relationships.
- Personal autonomy and female empowerment.
- The metaphor of transformation as a warning sign.
- The process of recognizing and fleeing an abusive situation.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at a youth and adult audience interested in children's literature with a social perspective. It is especially recommended for educators, psychologists, families, and mediators working in the prevention of gender-based violence and harassment. It is also a valuable tool for young people who are beginning to explore romantic relationships and need resources to identify unhealthy dynamics.
What this book provides
- A visual and narrative tool to identify the early signs of control in a relationship.
- Metaphorical language that facilitates conversation about a complex and painful subject.
- A message of hope and overcoming, showing that it is possible to leave an abusive situation.
- A work that encourages reflection on the importance of freedom and respect in love.
Technical data
- Author: DIAZ REGUERA (CAT), RAQUEL
- Publisher: NUBEOCHO
- Language: Catalan
- Topic: Picture books, Personal and social issues, School bullying
- Collection: CATALAN
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: September 2022
- Number of pages: 40
- Weight: 151 g
Editorial review
"I am only mine" is a picture book of great pedagogical and social value. The author, Raquel Díaz Reguera, uses a powerful visual metaphor to represent the escalation of control and violence in a relationship. The work stands out for its ability to address such a delicate subject with sensitivity without losing the clarity of the message. It is an essential read for anyone interested in emotional education and the prevention of abuse, offering a starting point for dialogue and reflection in both the school and family environment.