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"'A harrowing read' Glamour 'Will shock you to the core, Heartbreaking and inspiring' B Magazine 'That some children survive childhood is a miracle; Rosie Childs's autobiography is testament to that' Mail on Sunday"
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That some children survive is a miracle; Rosie Childs’s autobiography is testament to that.
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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A truly fascinating read from an inspirational woman. After being born a different colour to her five siblings, Rosie's life was filled with violence, alcoholic parents, starvation, racism, and fear. It is not surprising that she then began a downward spiral into a deep depression, suffering decades of self-harm, attempted suicides and lengthy stays in psychiatric hospitals. 'Catch Me Before I Fall' is the candid story of Rosie's life and the connections that helped her break away from the pain and find peace with herself. I believe it will provide hope and strength to the many people who have suffered broken and abusive childhoods.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Rosie didn't realise she was a differnt colour to her siblings at first. In fact after a day at a friends house the friends mother found then both in the bathroom with Rosie trying to scrub the dark colour off. Of course it didn't work. Ill-treated and separated from her siblings in the kids home Rosie starts to think that everything that happens is deserved and her fault, so begins the start of the circle of self harm and depression but she manages to come out at the other end as an adult without self-pity. A great book and an unputdownable read.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
In this book, there is a story of a childhood which would have scarred anyone emotionally. Despite this, the book is written without the "poor me" attitude which is so often seen. Rosie is honest and matter of fact about her awful start in life. This is the story of an incredible woman who has survived in spite of our Social Services and Mental Health Services Systems. There is a powerful message of hope, a valuable lesson for service workers (for we still treat the symptoms,not the cause of mental illnesses today) and above all, a story of triumph for Rosie. You won't be disappointed with this book. I wasn't.
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Catch Me Before I Fall
A well written book by a 52 yr old lady of how the system has let this lady down,from birth to the present day.A black child whom was born in the 1950s,racism,abuse. Read more
Published 22 months ago by J. tunnacliffe
"GOOD READING"
Fascinating book, that tells you the story of a girl who has to face racism, various types of abuse, and neglect. Read more
Published on 28 Mar 2010 by Ms Douglas
Rosie Childs
Brilliant book, a thoroughly enjoyable read. The book was in excellent condition for its price. Thank you seller.x
Published on 19 Oct 2009 by Kimberley Green
Catch me before I fall
It's quite a hard read. Not something to go to bed with and expect to relax.
The recall is quite amazing and over the top . Read more
The recall is quite amazing and over the top . Read more
Published on 1 Sep 2009 by ellarose
what an emotional journey..
I was so touched and moved by this book,i was facinated and totally living Rosies lifes ups and downs,the drama,lonilesness,loveleness,abuse and eventually contentment and... Read more
Published on 27 Feb 2008 by Sa Kavanen
Middle of the Road
I felt as if I was reading a magazine article to be honest, I didn't like the story at all. I usually love to see how someone has gone thru the sh*t and ended up smelling of... Read more
Published on 29 Nov 2007 by Mrs Chief
Eye Opener...
This is a story about a girl whose life was turned upside down all because of the colour of her skin. Read more
Published on 28 Jun 2007 by CK
Catch me before I fall
I didn't know what to expect when I brought this book. I'd heard nothing about it, but the cover caught my eye in the bookstore. Read more
Published on 3 Sep 2006 by Lu
An inspiration to us all
Rosie Childs's book is heart breaking and inspirational at the same time. It made me cry and want to give her a big hug.
How can people be so cruel to children? Read more
Published on 11 April 2006
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