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Jacob's Story

Thrown Away Children Book 4

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By: Louise Allen
Narrated by: Stewart Crank
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Officers from the RSPCA investigate reports of animal cruelty and neglect on a farm, only to discover a 5-year-old boy curled up asleep in a dog bed, amidst filth and squalor.


He has severe physical and cognitive impairments, and no one outside the family seems to know of the existence of little Jacob.


When he arrives in the Allen household, a terrified Louise wonders how on earth she will cope looking after a child with his level of physical and emotional damage. With the support of veteran social worker, Mary, the fight begins to get Jacob the support he needs – as medical investigations begin to reveal more shocking details about Jacob’s story.©2021 Louise Allen (P)2021 W F Howes Abuse Child Abuse Dysfunctional Families Dysfunctional Relationships Parenting & Families Relationships Heartfelt
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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.

Another well written story

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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

great to listen to

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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.

Great as always but some hurtful statements

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I liked the positive outcome for Jacob and Mary and louises dedication well narrated what a lovely result

lovely story

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

exceptional as usual

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