Little Mercies
Format: paperback
ISBN:
9781848453104
Edition language: English
Little Mercies by Heather Gudenkauf takes on the issue of child welfare system from two perspectives – an experienced social worker who ends up a client of the system and a little girl who is trying to stay out of the foster care system. The main characters of the book are well drawn, but the plot c...
This is probably the most difficult review I've had to write about a book in a while, because I'm very conflicted about what my sentiments are regarding the novel. This was well-written and intimate in terms of the narrative itself showing the thoughts and sentiments of the characters. I applaud Gud...
A social worker charged with child negligence? A ten-year old left alone? What do Ellen and Jenny have in common? The common thread has built a beautifully written story by Ms. Gudenkauf. It deals with social services from the adult and the child's side and what can easily happen both good and b...
This was the first time reading the work of this author. When I heard the topic of the book, I almost put it down as it is an emotional subject. I am glad I didn't. I didn't want to stop reading. I also like a complete ending,which I did get and it kept me interested right up to the end.
By Heather Gudenkauf ISBN-13: 9780778316336Publisher: HarlequinPublication date: 6/24/2014Pages: 320Format: Other My Rating: 5 Stars A special thank you to Harlequin MIRA and NetGalley, for an ARC of this remarkable book, in exchange for an honest review. Heather Gudenkauf's LITTLE MERCIES is...