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Cut: The true story of an abandoned, abused little girl who was desperate to be part of a family
- Narrated by: Denica Fairman
- Length: 8 hrs and 45 mins
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Summary
In her new book, the Sunday Times and New York Times best-selling author of Damaged tells the story of the Dawn, a sweet and seemingly well-balanced girl whose outward appearance masks a traumatic childhood of suffering at the hands of the very people who should have cared for her.
Dawn was the first girl Cathy Glass ever fostered. Sweet and seemingly well balanced girl, Dawn's outward appearance masked a traumatic childhood so awful, that even she could not remember it. During the first night, Cathy awoke to see Dawn looming above Cathy's baby's cot, her eyes staring and blank. She sleepwalks - which Cathy learns is often a manifestation in disturbed children. It becomes a regular and frightening occurrence, and Cathy is horrified to find Dawn lighting a match whilst mumbling it's not my fault in her sleep one night.
Cathy discovers Dawn is playing truant from school, and struggling to make friends. More worryingly she finds her room empty one night, and her pillow covered in blood. Dawn has been self-harming in order to release the pain of her past. When Dawn attempts suicide, Cathy realises that she needs more help than she can give. Dawn's mother eventually confides in her that Dawn was sent away to live with relatives in Ireland between the ages of 5 and 9, and Cathy soon realises that the horrors Dawn was exposed to during this time have left her a very disturbed little girl.
Critic reviews
"Cannot fail to move those who read it." (Adoption-net)
"Heartbreaking." (The MirrorThe 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)
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- Netty
- 07-04-19
great story
enjoyed listening to this story. what determination the foster carers have and help given too. would recommend this book.
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- Elaine Jones
- 07-10-16
Excellent
Another enjoyable read. I have enjoyed all Cathy Glass books. I hope Dawn is happy.
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- Sarah
- 12-03-24
insightful
Another insightful read from Cathy. I learn a lot from Cathy's books which help me in my professional role supporting children and families. Thank you Cathy for sharing
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- Joanna
- 31-12-23
Great as always
Such an honest glimpse inside the care system, easy to listen too, excellent information for those looking into foster care or work around children
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- Anne Dudley
- 04-11-23
Absolutely love all the stories
What a lovely careering person Cathy is, I was glad to find this book about the first child that Cathy & her husband cared for. Cathy is a very special lady to help these children. I hope Dawn will get in touch with Cathy soon
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- Jana Casey
- 19-05-23
Brilliant book
Great book . Would recommend. Love the narrators voice . Manèges to listen to it in 2 days . Very gripping
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- Amazon Customer
- 08-05-23
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Heartbreaking story of Dawn, it’s so sad to hear abuse like this happens all the time.
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- Louise
- 02-05-23
fantastic read as always
have yet to find a book by Cathy I don't like. another very good read. thank you
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- Ann
- 14-02-23
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I enjoy listening to Cathy glass books I've e listened to them in different order but now listening to them in order.
The narrator Denica is brilliant, she has you hooked. you are truly an excellent foster carer as well as your hubby in this book.
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- molly leary
- 08-02-23
fantastic book
I absolutely loved this book, fascinating to hear about Cathy’s first experience of fostering, and to hear about Dawn disturbing life, really felt for Dawn in a lot of ways, but was so pleased she was able to move on with her life and be happy. Such a strong book of courage and strength prologue when interviewed, this is a story
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