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Pieces of the Pearl

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Teresa's book provides insight into the mind of a child who grows up in our Foster Care system. As Teresa is taken from family to family, separated from siblings, reunited and separated again, your heart breaks for the little girl who tries to find normalcy within a world where each day may bring another unwanted change. With all of its highs and lows, the most pointed and permanent lesson is to refrain judging of others--you have no idea what they are going through (or have survived!).

This book reaches in and "grabs hold" of your heart. It gives a real picture of how children feel when they are removed from their homes, even when they are placed in a safer environment. I've recommended it to foster parents to hopefully give them an insight on what is going on in the minds of children and teenagers who end up needing to be in foster care. I couldn't put this book down when I started reading it. I felt like I could see what Teresa was describing as she was remembering her life and how it affected her future.

This was an amazing story of a girl who let God heal her and use her life for His glory. It is beautifully written and I love the poetry that is all through out the book. It touches your heart and inspires you keep your heart and eyes focused on Christ no matter what storm is being brought your way. I would highly recommend this book!

Amazing book!!! Touches the heart of every reader. Powerful story of how God can completely heal the most deep hurts of childhood trauma through a love only He can give. It is beautifully written and easy to read.

Pieces of the Pearl is a heart-wrenching story of the pain and loss that the author endured as a child and youth. At times as I read, I wondered how much more a person could take. The imagery and writing style helped me feel like I was there experiencing every moment. Through it all, Teresa emerges with hope and strength that will inspire any reader, as it did me. The book reinforces the truth that our past does not have to determine our future. I highly recommend this book.

Think "Angela's Ashes" for those in the American South. A tough and at times heartbreaking read (had to put the book down at times) but totally captivating. Teresa's narrative of her poverty stricken childhood and then tough yet at times better life in the foster home system is just a must read. I met Teresa Ann Winton at her book signing and was very impressed with her engaging personality and wasn't quite sure what to expect from the book. I'm even more impressed by Teresa now and especially her strength and of course her familiy and friends support for her. Pieces of the Pearl did not read like it was by a first time author if you know what I mean, too may first timers try to throw in a bunch of bells anf whistles, I look forward to Teresa's next book if she has it in her.