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Discover the incredible memoirs of internationally bestselling author Cathy Glass with this free extended eBook sample of Mummy Told Me Not to Tell.When Reece arrives at Cathy's door aged 7 years old, he has already passed through the hands of four different carers in four weeks. As the details of his short life emerge, it becomes clear that to help him, Cathy will face her biggest challenge yet.Reece is the last of six siblings to be fostered. Having been in care for four months his aggressive and disruptive behaviour has seen him passed from carer to carer. Although only 7, he has been excluded from school, and bites people so often that his mother calls him 'Sharky'.Cathy wants to find the answers for Reece’s distressing behaviour, but he has been sworn to secrecy by his mother, and will not tell them anything. As the social worker prepares for the final hearing, he finds five different files on Reece’s family, and is incredulous that he had not been removed from them as a baby. When the darkest of family secrets is revealed to Cathy, Reece’s behaviour suddenly starts to make sense, and together they can begin to rebuild his life.
This book investigates the profound impact of a child's hidden trauma and the challenges faced by foster carers in uncovering and addressing it. The narrative follows Cathy Glass's experience fostering Reece, a seven-year-old boy exhibiting severe behavioral issues due to a dark family secret he is forbidden to reveal. The story details the complexities of the foster care system, the author's dedication to understanding Reece's past, and the eventual revelation that brings clarity and a path toward healing for the child.
This memoir is presented as a deeply personal account of the challenges and rewards of foster care, focusing on a specific, difficult case. The narrative likely appeals to readers interested in true stories of resilience, child welfare, and the complexities of family dynamics. The author's established reputation in memoir writing suggests a compelling and emotionally resonant reading experience, offering insights into the dedication required to support vulnerable children.
Page Count:
50
Publication Date:
2015-10-23
Publisher:
HarperCollins UK
ISBN-10:
000816830X
ISBN-13:
9780008168308
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