Summaries of books about Adoption:
Four Waifs on our Doorstep
Trisha Merry
The book chronicles the true story of a foster carer who takes in four siblings with complex needs, detailing the challenges and emotional journey they experience together. It explores themes of love, resilience, and the transformative power of family bonds in overcoming adversity.
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Tiny Prisoners
Two siblings trapped in a world of abuse. One woman determined to free them.
Maggie Hartley
The book recounts the harrowing experiences of two young siblings, Evie and Elliot, who are rescued from a life of severe neglect and abuse. Foster carer Maggie Hartley shares the emotional journey of helping the children heal from their traumatic past and the challenges faced in preparing them for a brighter future.
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Finding Chika
A Little Girl, an Earthquake, and the Making of a Family
Mitch Albom
The book tells the true story of Chika, a young Haitian orphan whose life becomes intertwined with the author after a devastating earthquake. It explores themes of love, family, and resilience as the author and his wife attempt to provide Chika with a life-saving medical treatment, deepening their bond and changing their lives forever.
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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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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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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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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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The Connected Child
Bring Hope and Healing to Your Adoptive Family
Wendy Lyons Sunshine|David R. Cross|Wendy Sunshine
The book provides insights and practical strategies for parents to connect with their adopted children, addressing challenges such as building attachment, dealing with behavioral issues, and understanding the impact of trauma. It offers a compassionate approach to parenting, emphasizing the importance of love, patience, and therapeutic techniques to foster healing and strong family bonds.
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The Little Ghost Girl
Abused Starved and Neglected. A Little Girl Desperate for Someone to Love Her
Maggie Hartley
The book recounts the harrowing experiences of a young girl who suffers severe neglect and abuse at the hands of her parents. It follows her journey as she is placed into the care of a compassionate foster carer who strives to heal her physical and emotional wounds and provide the love and support she desperately needs.
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