Reactions to Damaged

by Cathy Glass

‘It gave me an insight into a world that was so tragic, it broke my heart. But it is also a world I am familiar with, for my life was the same as Jodie’s for two years … The book shows people like us that there is no need to live in shame and fear as Jodie did and so did I.’ Warren, England

‘Many thanks for letting us share in your life. We both read it and we both cried.’ David and Louise, England

‘I was a foster child myself and I was touched by your patience and kindness in your care of Jodie. I couldn’t put your book down but it made me cry, I know how Jodie must have felt … You are very special, Cathy, I felt reassured that there are people like you. Thank you for telling us Jodie’s story.’ Sue, Scotland

‘My memories of being in foster care are fabulous and will live with me for the rest of my life. You are right in your book, there are so many children out there who need love. You are doing a fantastic job in giving unfortunate children your time and love.’ Wendy, UK

‘I finished reading Damaged at midnight last night. It took me just two days to read it. I could not put it down … It took a lot of courage for me to read it as I was abused by a family member when I was eight years old … I am looking forward to Cathy’s next book. Cathy is truly an angel from heaven, and one of the people I admire most in the world.’ Debby, hotmail.com

‘As a foster carer of almost ten years I saw in this book some of the things I have seen in the children I have cared for, although nowhere near as extreme. The book reduced me to tears. I hope others reading it are now more aware of the extreme circumstances some of the children we care for have to endure before they are found a place of safety. I also hope that it will raise awareness into fostering. Many thanks for a fantastic book and I look forward to more in the future.’ Jeanette, aol.com

‘I picked up Damaged and couldn’t put it down … I want to thank Cathy for enlightening us. Without people like her, there would be absolutely no hope for helping children and opening our eyes to what we knew existed but not to the extent I have read … I am so glad that Cathy remained a foster carer.’ Elizabeth, aol.com

‘Your book affected me so much … I would like to know what I can do to help other children like Jodie … I am so angry that this is potentially happening all around us … Thank you for writing this book … you are an inspiration.’ Lisa, Australia