Unwanted: The Care System Failed Lara. Will She Fail Her Own Child?

Lara was seven when her birth mother died, and she was put into foster care. Her son, Arthur, has suspected non-accidental injuries, and she is failing him. Foster carer Cathy Glass must monitor Lara and teach her how to care for Arthur, but will it be enough to allow her to keep him?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 19 January 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Lara's world was shattered when she was just seven years old. Her birth mother, struggling with addiction, tragically succumbed to a drug overdose, leaving her without any extended family to care for her. As a result, Lara found herself in the foster care system, a system that had already let her down.

Growing up, Lara faced numerous challenges. She struggled to cope with the loss of her birth mother and the absence of a stable family environment. The care system, which was supposed to provide her with support and guidance, failed her, leaving her feeling lost and alone.

Fast forward to present day, Lara is now a young mother herself, raising her one-year-old son, Arthur. However, her situation has only worsened. Lara has fled an abusive relationship, and Arthur has suffered suspected non-accidental injuries.

Lara and Arthur are brought to the care of experienced foster carer, Cathy Glass, by their social worker. Cathy is tasked with monitoring Lara whenever she is with her son, day and night. She cannot afford to let them out of her sight for a single moment.

Lara loves her son with all her heart, but she often puts her own needs first. Cathy must teach Lara how to care for Arthur, a task that is both challenging and daunting. Lara has never had a stable family environment or any formal education, making it difficult for her to grasp the basics of parenting.

Cathy is determined to help Lara, but she knows that it won't be an easy road. Lara's past experiences have left her with deep-seated emotional scars, and she struggles to trust others. Cathy must earn Lara's trust and show her that she can be a good mother to Arthur.

As Cathy works with Lara, she begins to see glimpses of hope. Lara is slowly learning how to care for Arthur, and she is beginning to develop a sense of responsibility for her son. Cathy is also helping Lara to address the issues that led to her abusive relationship, providing her with counseling and support.

However, there are still many obstacles in their way. Lara's social worker is concerned about Arthur's safety, and Cathy must continue to monitor Lara closely to ensure that she is not a risk to her son. There are also concerns about Lara's ability to provide for Arthur's needs, given her limited resources and education.

Despite these challenges, Cathy remains optimistic about Lara's future. She believes that with the right
Lara's world was shattered when she was just seven years old. Her birth mother, struggling with addiction, tragically succumbed to a drug overdose, leaving her without any extended family to care for her. As a result, Lara found herself in the foster care system, a system that had already let her down.

Growing up, Lara faced numerous challenges. She struggled to cope with the loss of her birth mother and the absence of a stable family environment. The care system, which was supposed to provide her with support and guidance, failed her, leaving her feeling lost and alone.

Fast forward to present day, Lara is now a young mother herself, raising her one-year-old son, Arthur. However, her situation has only worsened. Lara has fled an abusive relationship, and Arthur has suffered suspected non-accidental injuries.

Lara and Arthur are brought to the care of experienced foster carer, Cathy Glass, by their social worker. Cathy is tasked with monitoring Lara whenever she is with her son, day and night. She cannot afford to let them out of her sight for a single moment.

Lara loves her son with all her heart, but she often puts her own needs first. Cathy must teach Lara how to care for Arthur, a task that is both challenging and daunting. Lara has never had a stable family environment or any formal education, making it difficult for her to grasp the basics of parenting.

Cathy is determined to help Lara, but she knows that it won't be an easy road. Lara's past experiences have left her with deep-seated emotional scars, and she struggles to trust others. Cathy must earn Lara's trust and show her that she can be a good mother to Arthur.

As Cathy works with Lara, she begins to see glimpses of hope. Lara is slowly learning how to care for Arthur, and she is beginning to develop a sense of responsibility for her son. Cathy is also helping Lara to address the issues that led to her abusive relationship, providing her with counseling and support.

However, there are still many obstacles in their way. Lara's social worker is concerned about Arthur's safety, and Cathy must continue to monitor Lara closely to ensure that she is not a risk to her son. There are also concerns about Lara's ability to provide for Arthur's needs, given her limited resources and education.

Despite these challenges, Cathy remains optimistic about Lara's future. She believes that with the right
Lara's journey is a difficult one, filled with pain, loss, and hardship. However, with the help of Cathy and other supportive individuals, Lara is slowly but surely learning to care for her son and build a better life for herself.

Cathy's dedication to her work is evident in the way she cares for Arthur and helps Lara overcome her past challenges. She provides Lara with the support and guidance she needs to become a successful mother and build a strong bond with her son.

As Lara continues to progress, Cathy remains by her side
Lara's journey is a difficult one, filled with pain, loss, and hardship. However, with the help of Cathy and other supportive individuals, Lara is slowly but surely learning to care for her son and build a better life for herself.

Cathy's dedication to her work is evident in the way she cares for Arthur and helps Lara overcome her past challenges. She provides Lara with the support and guidance she needs to become a successful mother and build a strong bond with her son.

As Lara continues to progress, Cathy remains by her side. She is a constant source of encouragement and support, helping Lara to navigate the challenges of motherhood and build a brighter future for herself and her son.

Despite the obstacles they face, Lara and Arthur are making progress. Lara is learning to care for Arthur and is developing a strong bond with him. Cathy is also helping Lara to address the issues that led to her abusive relationship and is providing her with the counseling and support she needs to overcome her past trauma.

As Lara continues to work with Cathy, she is hopeful for the future. She knows that there will be challenges along the way, but she is committed to providing Arthur with the best possible care and support.

In conclusion, Lara's journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit
Lara's journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Despite the hardships she has faced, Lara has shown strength and determination in her fight to provide for her son and build a better life for herself.

Cathy's dedication to her work is a shining example of the impact that one person can have on the lives of others. Her unwavering support and guidance have helped Lara to overcome her past challenges and build a strong bond with her son.

As Lara continues to progress, Cathy remains by her side, providing her with the support and encouragement she needs to overcome the obstacles that lie ahead. With Cathy's help, Lara is able to provide Arthur with the best possible care and support, and is working towards building a brighter future for herself and her son.

In conclusion, Lara's journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Despite the hardships she has faced, Lara has shown strength and determination in her fight to provide for her son and build a better life for herself.

Cathy's dedication to her work is a shining example of the impact that one person can have on the lives of others. Her unwavering support and guidance have helped Lara to overcome her past challenges and build a strong bond with her son.

As Lara continues to progress, Cathy remains by her side, providing her with the support and encouragement she needs to overcome the obstacles that lie ahead. With Cathy's help, Lara is able to provide Arthur with the best possible care and support, and is working towards building a brighter future for herself and her son.

Weight: 232g
Dimension: 198 x 128 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008584429