A Child Called "It" should not be challenged. Although the content may be a bit graphic, it really happened. There are cases of child abuse that constantly go unnoticed by the public. It is a common problem and the only way to help stop it is through awareness. Pelzer wrote this book as a gateway for people to think more about abuse, and how common it really is. His book has been read by millions of people, and in those millions it has raised awareness. Challenging this book prevents his message from being spread.