The Memoir

"Buffalo Girl"

My Journey to Freedom

4.8 out of 5 · 19 reviews on Amazon
Buffalo Girl: My Journey to Freedom book cover by Hoang K. Taing
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Paperback · 298 pages
Published December 18, 2019

"Starved… Scarred… and Scared"

Buffalo Girl: My Journey to Freedom is a gripping drama, a celebration of the human spirit, and a beacon of hope for all. Hoang Taing affirms that for even the youngest member of a shattered family, forced to live in the bleak landscape of a war-torn country, love can bloom like a flower within — and with this flower to motivate and inspire her — not only survive but thrive.

Hoang Taing's inspirational memoir is a lyrical, poetic recounting of a time that many of us remember, but few of us have experienced. Hoang's story draws you in and carries you along as she reflects on the skills that spelled survival for her and members of her family.

Author Hoang Taing inspires all of us to arm ourselves with what might be necessary for our own survival in difficult times or trying circumstances.

"The obstacles Taing describes are jaw-dropping. There is no doubt that the metamorphosis of a shy girl who escapes the bondage of communist Cambodia to ultimately become an internationally revered philanthropist and peace advocate is a story that will inspire many for generations to come."

— Scott Figatner

"Hoang Taing's story is a lyrical, poetic recounting of a time that many of us remember, but few of us have experienced. Motivational speaker Hoang Taing inspires all of us to arm ourselves with what might be necessary for our own survival in difficult times or trying circumstances."

— Steve Carr

Reader Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars · 19 Amazon reviews

This is a must read!

No book has held my attention or evoked emotions like this one! Hoang Taing paints such a vivid picture with her words that I felt as though I was right there experiencing everything. I was so immersed in her story that I stopped everything I was doing that day to read it. This is a true story of war, loss, survival, hope, strength and hard work.

Donna Paton

Surviving the Khmer Rouge – A Story of Courage and Hope

Taing's book grips your attention throughout. It is a clearly written survival narrative of the time her family's happy life before the Khmer Rouge takeover, Taing's survival while much of her family perished, and the adventure of her journey to freedom and safety in the United States. There is a strong message of courage and hope.

Donald

Buffalo Girl, a Story of Resilience

Hoang K. Taing's harrowing life under Khmer Rouge rule in Cambodia is a story of resilience and strong family values. Any reader of any age will benefit from reading Buffalo Girl: My Journey to Freedom.

PritchNM

Inspiring

This very personal story of living through the Khmer Rouge years and surviving is an inspiring memoir. Hoang overcame many obstacles in her young life and yet was able to use these difficulties to become a strong and inspirational leader. An interesting read, hard to put down once you begin it!

A. F. OLeary

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