The Missing Pieces of Mum

Phyllis was born out of wedlock in Dublin in 1937, grew up in a tough, church-run orphanage, and thought by fulfilling her dream to become a nurse in England, her life might change. However, her loveless childhood predisposed a loveless marriage, and things began to spiral out of control for her and her daughter, Sally. Looking for answers to why their lives went so wrong, Sally uncovered the truth after a nearly decade-long mission of searching archives and contacting organizations, charities, and anyone who would listen.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 09 June 2022
Publisher: Ad Lib Publishers Ltd

Born in 1937 in Dublin, Phyllis grew up in a challenging, church-run orphanage. She believed that pursuing her dream of becoming a nurse in England would transform her life, but her upbringing filled with lovelessness set the stage for a loveless marriage. Unfortunately, this negative pattern impacted both her and her daughter, Sally. Determined to unravel the mysteries of their troubled past, Sally embarked on a nearly decade-long quest to uncover the truth.

Through tireless research and extensive outreach, she contacted archives, organizations, charities, and anyone willing to lend a ear. After years of tireless effort, Sally finally unearthed the truth.

The revelations she discovered were both shocking and heartbreaking. Her mother, Phyllis, was not abandoned as she had been led to believe. In fact, she was a victim of a tragic family secret that had been kept hidden for generations.

As Sally delved deeper into the story, she learned that her mother had been forced into marriage at a young age and had been subjected to abuse and neglect by her husband. Despite her struggles, Phyllis had always done her best to provide for Sally and protect her from the worst of their circumstances.

Sally's discovery had a profound impact on her life. It helped her to understand the origins of her own struggles and to forgive her mother for the hardships she had endured. It also inspired her to become a advocate for women's rights and to work towards creating a better future for herself and others.

In the end, Sally's search for the truth not only brought her closer to her mother but also helped her to heal and grow as a person. It was a journey that had taken years of hard work and dedication, but it was ultimately worth it.

Weight: 290g
Dimension: 197 x 128 x 46 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781914451010