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Mummy Told Me Not to Tell: The true story of a troubled boy with a dark secret [Paperback]

Cathy Glass
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Book Description

14 Oct 2010
When Reece arrives at Cathy's door aged 7 years old, he has already passed through the hands of four different carers in four weeks. As the details of his short life emerge, it becomes clear that to help him, Cathy will face her biggest challenge yet.

Reece is the last of six siblings to be fostered. Having been in care for four months his aggressive and disruptive behaviour has seen him passed from carer to carer. Although only 7, he has been excluded from school, and bites people so often that his mother calls him 'Sharky'.

Cathy wants to find the answers for Reece’s distressing behaviour, but he has been sworn to secrecy by his mother, and will not tell them anything. As the social worker prepares for the final hearing, he finds five different files on Reece’s family, and is incredulous that he had not been removed from them as a baby. When the darkest of family secrets is revealed to Cathy, Reece’s behaviour suddenly starts to make sense, and together they can begin to rebuild his life.

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  • Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Harper (14 Oct 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 000736296X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0007362967
  • Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 2.8 x 17.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (57 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 4,051 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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REVIEWS FOR DAMAGED:

'Cannot fail to move those who read it.'
Adoption-net

‘Heartbreaking.'
Mirror

‘A truly harrowing read that made me cry.’
Sun

'A true tale of hope. ****.'
OK!

‘Foster carers rarely get the praise they deserve, but Cathy Glass’s book should change all that.****’
First magazine

‘A hugely touching and emotional true tale.’
Star magazine

About the Author

Cathy has been a foster carer for over 20 years, during which time she has looked after more than 70 children, of all ages and backgrounds. Cathy runs training courses on fostering for her local Social Services, and helps draft new fostering procedures and guidelines. 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.


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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Best yet from Cathy Glass 11 Oct 2010
By Robert
Format:Paperback
The latest book from Cathy Glass tells about Reece who comes from a dysfunctional family and has been through four sets of foster carers in a month. When he arrives he is completely out of control, running around, making a great deal of noise and bumping into everything and everyone. Cathy quickly finds methods to modify his behaviour so that at home he is nearly normal. Because of his behaviour and lack of focus by Social Services Reece has not been to school for many months. Eventually a judge sends him to a school whose headmaster resents his presence. Suddenly his behaviour deteriorates rapidly. I was horrified at the way Reece's headmaster fought all the way to get him removed from the school. If Cathy could handle him why couldn't the school? The book goes into considerable detail about the procedures for handling an `in care' child and the various meetings with the relevant agencies. The book is very enjoyable, of interest to the general public and to practitioners in the field. Cathy speaks from years of experience and professional knowledge.
Another winner from Cathy!
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Mummy told me not to tell 4 Jan 2011
By gillain
Format:Paperback
I really enjoyed this book. I was myself a foster carer a few years ago and could relate to Cathy's experiences. Cathy comes across as a very knowledgable and strong women and worked hard with Reece, the boy she fostered. It was great that the book had a haapy ending for Reece as I know that this is not always the case.
I will definately read other books Cathy has written.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant 3 Oct 2011
By Shmoo
Format:Paperback
I have read all of Cathy Glass's books, this is one of my favourites. I couldnt put it down and woudl recommend to anyone.
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Published 14 days ago by Leslie Fletcher
5.0 out of 5 stars Turkey Inspiring
Another wonderful tale about the system and a child that has overcome the worst start in life. Proving that any child can thrive in a loving and stable home.
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Very good book had me in tears all the through very good writer I will be buying more of her books
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Compelling read, hard to put down. A true story you'll not want to end.
One of my favourites from this author
Published 1 month ago by Stephen newnham
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
Fantastic book and once again bitten by the bug where after a page or two you can not put it down. Wonderfull author, also love the fact that you can get updates on the children... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Kelly
4.0 out of 5 stars great book for anyone
im over half way through this at the momment. This book keeps you reading you and doesnt let you put it down. i was hesitant not to buy it as im a rather masculine body builder. Read more
Published 2 months ago by joel simpson
5.0 out of 5 stars Unputdownable
Another brilliantly written book by Cathy Glass. A story of a deeply troubled young boy with secrets. Reece was unruly to say the least. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Maxine & Graham
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
If a bit of a horrific read. Cathy is a remarkable woman and has made me consider being a foster carer. Couldn't put this book down. I truly hope Reece is happy wherever he is
Published 2 months ago by domine wimbury
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I'm very happy that Reece is doing very well & I'm glad he went to some one who loved him so much
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