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The second in a series of true short stories from foster carer Mia Marconi.India was a child who was destined to end up in care. She came to foster carer Mia Marconi's house when she was three; she'd already been in care for five months by then. But her mum Amy didn't get on with her carer and threatened to kill her so India was moved.But no matter how inadequate parents are, children in care love them and want the world to love them too.Amy had had a hard life: she was one of seven siblings, all of who had been abused and ended up in care. She was an alcoholic and she phoned all times of day and night threatening suicide.When India finally settled in Mia's happy household, Mia embarked on amazing journey to help Amy too.
This book explores the complex and often heartbreaking realities of child welfare and parental addiction through the lens of a foster carer's experience. Mia Marconi, an experienced foster carer, recounts the story of India, a three-year-old child who entered the foster care system due to her mother Amy's severe issues with addiction and mental health. The narrative details the challenges of India's placement, the threats made by Amy, and the profound love children in care often hold for their parents, even when those parents are unable to provide adequate care.
This short read offers a poignant and direct account of the foster care system, focusing on the emotional bonds that persist despite severe parental challenges. The narrative highlights the dedication of foster carers like Mia Marconi and the resilience of children navigating difficult circumstances. The book's strength lies in its raw honesty, presenting a difficult subject with empathy and a commitment to understanding the complexities of family relationships. It serves as a testament to the enduring hope for connection and healing within challenging environments.
Page Count:
104
Publication Date:
2014-09-25
Publisher:
HarperCollins Publishers
ISBN-10:
0008105030
ISBN-13:
9780008105037
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