Dave Peltzer is a huge supporter of foster parents and social workers, but that doesn’t change what a frightening reality it can be for a child. The book provides eye opening child’s view of what life within the foster care system is like. His courageous story is enhanced by Brian Keeler's thoughtful narration. Pelzer, who has received commendations from Presidents Reagan, Bush, and Clinton, travels throughout the world inspiring others through speeches and work to prevent child abuse. Finally, after five sets of foster parents, he finds a mother and father who love him. A rebellious, defiant boy, Dave seeks attention by shoplifting and even spends time in juvenile detention when suspected of arson. He is moved from one foster home to another, searching for identity and family. On the verge of adolescence, Dave is rescued from his terrifyingly abusive, alcoholic mother and made a permanent ward of the court. The Lost Boy spent over two years on the New York Times best-seller list and has profoundly influenced more than one million readers' lives.įollowing the tremendous success of Pulitzer Prize nominee A Child Called "It", this book continues the extraordinary tale of author Dave Pelzer's childhood.
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