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| Title | : | Little Prisoners: A Tragic Story of Siblings Trapped in a World of Abuse and Suffering |
| Author | : | Casey Watson |
| Book Format | : | Paperback |
| Book Edition | : | First Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 304 pages |
| Published | : | June 7th 2012 by HarperElement |
| Categories | : | Nonfiction. Sociology. Abuse. Crime. True Crime. Autobiography. Memoir. Family Law. Fostering. Mystery. Biography |
Casey Watson
Paperback | Pages: 304 pages Rating: 4.25 | 2271 Users | 127 Reviews
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Little Prisoners is a harrowing, yet moving memoir about two innocent and frightened 'unfosterable' children who do not know what it means to be loved.The shock that strikes Casey and her family when Ashton and Olivia arrive is immeasurable. Two frightened little waifs stand before them, hair running wild with head lice, filthy nails and skin covered in scabs. Ashton, aged nine, and Olivia, aged six, are the eldest of five siblings, taken away from their family because they were considered at risk.
Originally a temporary, emergency placement, the weeks turn into months. And gradually the children start to feel like they truly belong to a family and to reveal the horror of what happened to them.
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| Original Title: | Little Prisoners: A Tragic Story of Siblings Trapped in a World of Abuse and Suffering |
| ISBN: | 0007436602 (ISBN13: 9780007436606) |
| Edition Language: | English |
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Ratings: 4.25 From 2271 Users | 127 ReviewsDiscuss About Books Little Prisoners: A Tragic Story of Siblings Trapped in a World of Abuse and Suffering
Interesting yet tragic read as most of these types of stories are. However as compelling as it was to read about these two little ones lives I found the writing style of the author not the best and confusing at times due to the way in which it was written in places. Also unlike some other similar authors of similar stories I didnt seem to gel as much with Casey cant quite put my finger on why, perhaps it was how she referenced the children at times Im not sure. Nonetheless an interesting readA very disturbing read. One of the worse cases I've ever read in child abuse biographies. Even if you have a strong stomach for reading this subject, this one will be particularly hard to digest even for the toughest of people.
You cant love these types of books. In the sense that they bring you pleasure as a standard book would. But you can understand and learn and grow. And you can appreciate. That I did. I appreciate the authors writing and sharing. What I didnt appreciate is all the commas.
Haunting story of abuse, so horrific that it is hard to imagine.
Having read Cathy Glass books, I find Casey's style of fostering and writing slightly more negative and less engaging. I think this may be because Casey does seem to get too attached. On a positive side her determination and tenacity, as well as empathy for these damaged children is extraordinary and it is only through this that these two children had a better chance in life.
I read through the story about the Little Prisoners which was composed by Casey Watson, a real temporary caregiver for the kids who are experiencing abuse and neglect. This is the first time that I took close look at these cases, and figured out the complex relationships in certain cases. I was totally involved in the situation which the book described and thought that it's optimistic the children with this kind of background and experiences to find their own lives and survive here in the CPR
Casey Watson and her family have my utmost respect for their tenacity and love for Ashton and Olivia. They have brought into light the horrifying condition these children were born and raised up in and the challenges faced in order to re-align these children back into the right path. Challenges that we, as silent readers couldn't possibly comprehend and understand. It is good to know that there's still faith in humanity and people like Casey, Mike, Anna and the foster carers who are sincere and
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