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would loved to have heard more of Jacob back story and what happened to the family.

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great to listen to

as a retired foster parent of over 200 children in 20 plus years I was delighted to find that someone has the nerve to let people know how some social workers are not really interested in a child's welfare. during my 20 + years of fostering I met some very good social workers but sad to say I also met some bad ones. this book is very true showing just how hard good foster parents find it to make sure their foster child gets the life they should have

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A lovely story but very sad

I have listened to all 4 of these books but although I enjoyed all 4 of them I can not understand why this one was narrated by a man because obviously it a woman who as wrote this book.

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exceptional as usual

found it hard to get into due to a man narrating a womans role. the story was as ever by louise, brilliant.

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Worth a listen

The book is beautifully written and easy to follow the story line, I love that you here the story from different perspectives and not only Louise's

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Shocking and heartwarming story.

Very good book. Jacob’s story was so shocking and hard to read in parts. I think Louise having grown up in care makes her a fantastic foster carer as she can understand some of the challenges the children go through. Despite not having the experience with Jacobs needs she really jumpt in and took good care of him. Having the support of Mary the social worker also helped her to support Jacob. His story could have ended far more tradgically and his disibility may not have even been properly diagnosed had he not been found by anna and then had people like Louise and Mary fighting his corner. It’s great that he ended up in the best place that could cater for his needs and continue the great work Louise started.

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Great as always but some hurtful statements

I enjoyed as always but I felt this book was extra critical of private fostering agencies and carers. It was mentioned in almost every chapter and as a carer with an IFO I can promise you we are not all in it for the money. I chose an IFO because I have the skills to therapeutically parent complex needs but wanted more practical and emotional support than what the LA was willing to give. Louise's constant criticism of IFOs was hurtful and somewhat naive.

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Another well written story

Fostering stories are always a bit hard to listen to, it’s sad to hear what children have gone through. Especially little Jacob being so vulnerable with his disability. Louise show such love and compassion, Louise is very down to earth and always puts the children first. Although very engaging story, I preferred the female narrator from Louise’s previous books. The voice is Louise’s voice so spoken by a man, even though he read it well, wasn’t quite as good.

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Jacob's story

very good book an eye opener to what goes on in the local authorities

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Lessons within lessons

Louise's statement at the end says what i have said to myself for years....thank-you.....sadly, the decisions in this world are made by the wrong people too many times. God bless Louose and those she spoke of who do the real, hard work it takes to make change....they are the people who should develop the road towards a future that might survive.

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