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    The Silent Cry: There is little Kim can do as her mother's mental health spirals out of control
    The Silent Cry: There is little Kim can do as her mother's mental health spirals out of control
    The Silent Cry: There is little Kim can do as her mother's mental health spirals out of control
    Audiobook8 hours

    The Silent Cry: There is little Kim can do as her mother's mental health spirals out of control

    Written by Cathy Glass

    Narrated by Denica Fairman

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    About this audiobook

    The heartbreaking true story of a young, troubled mother who needed help.

    The sixteenth fostering memoir by Cathy Glass.

    It is the first time Laura has been out since the birth of her baby when Cathy sees her in the school playground. A joyful occasion but Cathy has the feeling something is wrong. By the time she discovers what it is, it is too late. This is the true story of Laura whose life touches Cathy’s in a way she could never have foreseen. It is also the true stories of little Darrel, Samson and Hayley who she fosters when their parents need help. Some stories can have a happy ending and others cannot, but as a foster carer Cathy can only do her best.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHarperCollins
    Release dateFeb 25, 2016
    ISBN9780008153731
    The Silent Cry: There is little Kim can do as her mother's mental health spirals out of control
    Author

    Cathy Glass

    Cathy has been a foster carer for over 25 years, during which time she has looked after more than 100 children, of all ages and backgrounds. She has three teenage children of her own; one of whom was adopted after a long-term foster placement. The name Cathy Glass is a pseudonym. Cathy has written 16 books, including bestselling memoirs Cut, Hidden and Mummy Told Me Not To Tell.

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