A Family Torn Apart
Three Sisters and a Dark Secret That Threatens to Separate Them for Ever
(Autor) Cathy GlassAngie, 6, and sister Polly, 4, are utterly distraught when they arrive to stay with foster carer Cathy Glass. Their older half-sister Ashleigh has accused their father of something horrible, and the two young sisters have been removed from home to keep them safe. Cathy tries to comfort the girls, but they are inconsolable. They just want their mummy and daddy, whom they love dearly. The girls appear to have been well looked after, but as they settle and start to talk of life at home, it becomes clear something is badly wrong. Then a chance remark sets in motion a chain of events that eventually changes everything.
Cathy Glass
Cathy Glass is a British author and foster carer known for her memoirs and novels focusing on the experiences of children in the foster care system. Her writing style is characterized by its raw honesty and emotional depth, drawing readers into the lives of the children she has cared for.
Glass's most notable works include "Damaged," "Cut," and "The Saddest Girl in the World," which have all been bestsellers and have received critical acclaim for shedding light on the often overlooked issues faced by children in foster care. Her works have had a significant impact on the literary genre of memoirs and have helped raise awareness about the challenges faced by children in care.
One of Glass's most famous works is "Damaged," which tells the story of a young girl named Jodie who suffered severe neglect and abuse before being placed in Glass's care. The book poignantly captures the resilience and strength of the human spirit, while also highlighting the importance of providing love and support to vulnerable children. Through her writing, Glass has made a lasting contribution to literature by giving a voice to those who are often silenced and marginalized in society.
