Girls Play Dead

In Girls Play Dead, award-winning writer Jen Percy investigates the lasting effects of sexual trauma on women, combining her personal experiences with original reporting and conversations with survivors. Through her exploration of complex themes like fear, empowerment, and societal misconceptions, she challenges common narratives around responses to sexual violence, including taboo subjects such as female rage and the misinterpretation of passive behaviors. Percy's work offers a deeper understanding of trauma's impact on storytelling and seeks to provide a more inclusive language for survivors, ultimately reshaping expectations of their narratives.