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Summaries of books by Cathy Glass:

Will You Love Me?

The story of my adopted daughter Lucy
Cathy Glass
The book chronicles the true story of Lucy, a young girl who has been through a series of failed adoptions and foster homes due to her complex and challenging behavior stemming from her troubled past. It details the emotional journey as the author, a seasoned foster carer, works to understand and heal Lucy's deep-seated issues, ultimately leading to a transformative bond between them.
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Damaged

The Heartbreaking True Story of a Forgotten Child
Cathy Glass
The book recounts the story of a young girl named Jodie, who enters foster care with severe behavioral issues and signs of abuse. Foster carer Cathy Glass uncovers the harrowing and traumatic past experiences that have shaped Jodie's life, leading to a journey of healing and discovery.
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Innocent

The True Story of Siblings Struggling to Survive
Cathy Glass
The book chronicles the harrowing experiences of two siblings, Mandy and her younger brother, who are placed into foster care due to their mother's mental health issues and the absence of their father. Their foster carer, the narrator, reveals the children's struggles with trust and safety as they navigate the complexities of the care system and their traumatic past.
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A Terrible Secret

The next gripping story from bestselling author, Cathy Glass: Scared for Her Safety, Tilly Places Herself into Care. a Shocking True Story.
Cathy Glass
The book recounts the harrowing tale of Tilly, a young girl who bravely self-refers to the foster care system to escape her abusive home. It delves into her journey of overcoming trauma and the challenges she faces as her foster carer, Cathy, helps her navigate the path to healing and safety.
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Too Scared to Tell

Abused and alone, Oskar has no one. A true story.
Cathy Glass
The book chronicles the harrowing story of Oskar, a young boy who suffers from severe abuse and neglect at the hands of his caregivers. It details his journey as he is placed into foster care and the struggles he faces in overcoming his traumatic past with the help of his foster carer.
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The Night the Angels Came

The Heartbreaking True Story of a Young Boy's Loss
Cathy Glass
The book chronicles the story of a young boy named Michael, who is taken into foster care by the author after his terminally ill father is no longer able to care for him. It explores the emotional journey of Michael dealing with his father's impending death and the eventual loss, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit in the face of profound grief.
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Another Forgotten Child

Cathy Glass
The book recounts the story of an eight-year-old girl named Aimee who, after suffering from severe neglect and abuse, is placed into the care of a foster carer. Through patience and compassion, the carer helps Aimee confront her traumatic past and start to hope for a better future.
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A Life Lost

The shocking true story: Jackson Is Haunted by a Secret from His Past
Cathy Glass
The book recounts the story of Jackson, a young boy with a traumatic past who comes into the care of the author, a foster carer. As Jackson struggles with behavioral issues, the author uncovers a dark secret from his history that has been haunting him, and works to help him heal and move forward.
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Cut

The true story of an abandoned, abused little girl who was desperate to be part of a family
Cathy Glass
The book narrates the harrowing journey of a young girl named Dawn who, after being abandoned and subjected to severe abuse, longs for a loving family. It details her experiences in foster care with the author, revealing the psychological scars of her past and the challenges of healing and finding a sense of belonging.
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Neglected

Scared, hungry and alone, Jamey craves affection
Cathy Glass
The book chronicles the heart-wrenching story of Jamey, a young child who has suffered severe neglect and is desperate for love and care. It details his journey as he is placed into foster care and the emotional challenges he faces as he struggles to trust and bond with his new foster family.
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Daddy’s Little Princess

Cathy Glass
The book tells the story of a foster carer who takes in a young girl named Beth, who initially seems well-adjusted but later reveals a disturbing secret about her relationship with her father. As the truth unfolds, the carer must navigate the complexities of the child welfare system and help Beth heal from her traumatic experiences.
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A Long Way from Home

Cathy Glass
The book tells the story of a young boy named Anna, who is taken into foster care after being found alone at home. Foster carer Cathy faces challenges as she uncovers the boy's traumatic past and helps him start a new life.
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A Baby’s Cry

Cathy Glass
The book recounts the true story of a foster caregiver who takes in a newborn baby named Harrison after he is removed from his mother by social services. As she nurtures and cares for Harrison, she uncovers the heartbreaking circumstances of his birth and the challenges he faces in the foster care system.
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Can I Let You Go?

Part 1 of 3: A heartbreaking true story of love, loss and moving on
Cathy Glass
The book is a poignant memoir detailing the emotional journey of Faye, a young woman with learning disabilities, who faces an unplanned pregnancy. It explores the difficult decisions she must make regarding her future and the well-being of her child, with the support of her foster carer.
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Hidden

Betrayed, Exploited and Forgotten. How One Boy Overcame the Odds.
Cathy Glass
The book tells the true story of a young boy named Tayo, who was sent from Nigeria to the UK by his parents under the guise of a better life, only to be abused and exploited by his caregivers. Cathy Glass, his foster mother, details Tayo's journey of recovery as she helps him navigate the challenges of his past and the complex British care system.
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An Innocent Baby

Why would anyone abandon little Darcy-May?
Cathy Glass
The book tells the heart-wrenching story of a foster carer who takes in a baby girl found abandoned at a bus stop. It explores the emotional journey of caring for the child and the search to uncover the reasons behind her abandonment and find her a loving home.
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Nobody’s Son

All Alex ever wanted was a family of his own
Cathy Glass
The book tells the story of Alex, a young boy who has spent his life in foster care longing for a permanent family. It chronicles his emotional journey as he navigates the challenges of the foster system and the impact of his past traumas on his quest for a loving home.
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The Silent Cry

There is little Kim can do as her mother's mental health spirals out of control
Cathy Glass
The book narrates the story of a young girl named Kim, who is placed into foster care with the author when her mother's mental health deteriorates. As Kim struggles to cope with her mother's unpredictable behavior and the impact on her own life, the foster carer provides support and stability amidst the chaos.
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Finding Stevie

A dark secret. A child in crisis.
Cathy Glass
The book is a true story about a foster carer named Cathy who takes in a troubled teenager named Stevie, who is initially believed to be a boy but is later revealed to be biologically female. As Cathy helps Stevie navigate the complexities of gender identity and past trauma, she uncovers a harrowing history of abuse and the urgent need for support and understanding.
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Cruel to Be Kind

Saying no can save a child’s life
Cathy Glass
The book recounts the true story of a foster carer who intervenes in the life of a child with a troubled background, emphasizing the importance of tough love and setting boundaries. It explores the challenges and rewards of fostering, and how saying 'no' can sometimes be the kindest act to help a child heal and thrive.
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The Child Bride

Cathy Glass
The book narrates the true story of a young girl named Zeena who, at the age of thirteen, is forced into marriage by her parents. It details her harrowing journey as she seeks help from the author, a foster carer, to escape the abuse and forge a new life for herself.
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The Girl in the Mirror

Cathy Glass
A young girl named Sunday is placed into foster care with the author after a traumatic incident, revealing a history of severe neglect and abuse. Through patience and care, the foster mother helps Sunday begin to heal and confront her painful past, uncovering a shocking secret that changes everything.
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Mummy Told Me Not to Tell

The true story of a troubled boy with a dark secret
Cathy Glass
The book recounts the harrowing experiences of a seven-year-old boy named Reece who enters foster care due to his family's inability to cope with his behavioral issues. As his foster carer delves into his past, she uncovers a history of abuse and neglect that has left deep emotional scars, which she works to heal.
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I Miss Mummy

The true story of a frightened young girl who is desperate to go home
Cathy Glass
The book chronicles the harrowing experiences of a young girl named Alice, who is caught in a fierce custody battle between her loving father and an unfit mother. It details her journey through the foster care system and the emotional struggles she faces as her foster carer, the author, fights to keep her safe and help her return to a stable home environment.
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Saving Danny

Part 3 of 3
Cathy Glass
The book concludes the story of a young boy named Danny, who has been through a traumatic past and is in the care of his foster mother. It details the challenges and breakthroughs in his journey towards healing and the efforts to secure him a safe and permanent home.
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The Saddest Girl in the World

Cathy Glass
The book tells the story of Donna, a young girl who has been neglected and abused by her mother, leading to her placement in foster care. Cathy, her foster carer, works to help Donna overcome her traumatic past and build a brighter future.
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Please Don’t Take My Baby

Cathy Glass
The book chronicles the true story of a teenage mother named Jade who is determined to keep her newborn baby even as she faces the challenges of her own tumultuous life. A foster carer, the narrator, supports Jade through her struggles with social services, her abusive relationship, and her efforts to prove she can be a good mother.
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A Family Torn Apart

Three sisters and a dark secret that threatens to separate them for ever
Cathy Glass
The book narrates the story of three sisters who are placed into foster care after being found home alone. As their foster carer uncovers the dark secret of their past, the bond between the siblings is put to the test, with the potential to change their relationship forever.
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Where Has Mommy Gone?

When there is nothing left but memories…
Cathy Glass
The book tells the story of Melody, a young girl whose mother is terminally ill and eventually passes away, leading to Melody entering foster care. It explores the emotional journey of Melody as she copes with loss and the challenges of her new life with her foster carer.
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