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House Full of Hurt: A Raw Urban Story of Family, Foster Care, and Survival
Some houses don’t hold love. They hold pain.
House Full of Hurt is a raw, heartbreaking, and unfiltered look into the life of Jade — the oldest daughter in a home full of secrets, silence, and survival. Born into a household gripped by addiction and neglect, Jade is forced to become a parent before she even has a childhood of her own. Her mother is battling demons, her father is barely present, and her siblings? They’re just trying to stay alive.
When CPS steps in, it seems like a blessing. But the system doesn’t save them — it just sends them right back into the arms of the same chaos. Then tragedy strikes. One mistake. One moment. One small child gone too soon.
That’s when everything changes.
Jade must make a walk away, or fight like hell for what’s left. From courtrooms to shelters, from foster care to Facebook Live exposés, she puts it all on the line to protect her little brother and reclaim what’s hers. But healing ain’t easy when the trauma runs deep — and when the whole world only sees the mask, not the scars underneath.
For every woman who had to raise her siblings.
For every child who had to survive the home they were born into.
For every story that never got told — this one’s for you.
Gripping. Real. Unforgettable.
House Full of Hurt is a story of pain, power, and the fight to be free from the very people who were supposed to protect you.
House Full of Hurt is a raw, heartbreaking, and unfiltered look into the life of Jade — the oldest daughter in a home full of secrets, silence, and survival. Born into a household gripped by addiction and neglect, Jade is forced to become a parent before she even has a childhood of her own. Her mother is battling demons, her father is barely present, and her siblings? They’re just trying to stay alive.
When CPS steps in, it seems like a blessing. But the system doesn’t save them — it just sends them right back into the arms of the same chaos. Then tragedy strikes. One mistake. One moment. One small child gone too soon.
That’s when everything changes.
Jade must make a walk away, or fight like hell for what’s left. From courtrooms to shelters, from foster care to Facebook Live exposés, she puts it all on the line to protect her little brother and reclaim what’s hers. But healing ain’t easy when the trauma runs deep — and when the whole world only sees the mask, not the scars underneath.
For every woman who had to raise her siblings.
For every child who had to survive the home they were born into.
For every story that never got told — this one’s for you.
Gripping. Real. Unforgettable.
House Full of Hurt is a story of pain, power, and the fight to be free from the very people who were supposed to protect you.
166 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 3, 2025
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October 19, 2025
I love this book
This was a good book! It really touched ur heart and u know the love u need for ur mother is strong. This book had me in a chokehold
This was a good book! It really touched ur heart and u know the love u need for ur mother is strong. This book had me in a chokehold
January 2, 2026
I am absolutely thrilled to kick off my reading journey for 2026 with this raw, captivating, and emotionally charged tale! This touching story of resilience follows Jade, a young foster child who battles a broken system, a troubled and manipulative mother struggling with addiction, and the harsh realities of poverty as she fights for custody of her younger brother. Jade's harrowing journey through a life filled with fear, uncertainty, and tragedy is both heartbreaking and inspiring.
The depth of this narrative stirred so many emotions within me, truly showcasing Shay Marie's incredible talent! I can’t wait to dive into more of Shay Marie’s work!
The depth of this narrative stirred so many emotions within me, truly showcasing Shay Marie's incredible talent! I can’t wait to dive into more of Shay Marie’s work!
November 14, 2025
Whewwww!!!!
This book was very deep and heavy. It made my heart feel so many things. Shay Marie you did an awesome job with this one. One I'm gonna remember for awhile to come. Lata
This book was very deep and heavy. It made my heart feel so many things. Shay Marie you did an awesome job with this one. One I'm gonna remember for awhile to come. Lata
May 26, 2026
House Full of Hurt is a raw, powerful urban story that grips you from the first page. This book delves deep into pain, survival, and the messy realities of family and foster care, painting emotional moments that hit hard and stay with you. Marie’s storytelling pulls you into the characters’ struggles and triumphs in a way that feels real and unforgettable. If you enjoy gritty, heartfelt fiction that explores the strength it takes to rise above hurt, this book is worth the read.
March 10, 2026
Omg
Jade has to raise her brother on her own it was she was a child in the system failed her and her brother Malik when they needed someone no one was there no one protected them no one loved them but at the end her father came back and tried to do right by them even cosign for them an apartment and that's a change but her mother never wanted to change too bad nia didn't make it their little sister would have made it in her mom wouldn't have help bringing men in and out their home she overdosed over drugs they didn't get to see their sister grow up and go to school be successful but at least they have each other and Nia is watching over them both of them being strong together and she's watching over them protecting them make sure that you're okay and they will always be a part of her life and they fought for nia they for each other
Jade has to raise her brother on her own it was she was a child in the system failed her and her brother Malik when they needed someone no one was there no one protected them no one loved them but at the end her father came back and tried to do right by them even cosign for them an apartment and that's a change but her mother never wanted to change too bad nia didn't make it their little sister would have made it in her mom wouldn't have help bringing men in and out their home she overdosed over drugs they didn't get to see their sister grow up and go to school be successful but at least they have each other and Nia is watching over them both of them being strong together and she's watching over them protecting them make sure that you're okay and they will always be a part of her life and they fought for nia they for each other
May 8, 2026
Glory Be To God!💖
I was adopted at 3 and a half weeks old in 1969..this could have been my story..reading this book broke my heart for these 3 children..bc so many children are in these situations..and although addiction is real..abandonment, abuse and neglect is real too..children are suppose to remain safe at all costs.. Period! I will be reading more books by this author.. She writes about truth, hurt, addiction, sorrow, love and redemption.
I was adopted at 3 and a half weeks old in 1969..this could have been my story..reading this book broke my heart for these 3 children..bc so many children are in these situations..and although addiction is real..abandonment, abuse and neglect is real too..children are suppose to remain safe at all costs.. Period! I will be reading more books by this author.. She writes about truth, hurt, addiction, sorrow, love and redemption.
July 3, 2026
whew! so many emotions
My first book by this author and I must say you did your big one! I had so many emotions reading this book. Jade turn that pain into somthing positive and never gave up one she had trauma, disappointment,Hurt etc I’m so glad she got full custody of her brother!
And btw I would be reading more books by this author 10/10 read all day.
My first book by this author and I must say you did your big one! I had so many emotions reading this book. Jade turn that pain into somthing positive and never gave up one she had trauma, disappointment,Hurt etc I’m so glad she got full custody of her brother!
And btw I would be reading more books by this author 10/10 read all day.
July 1, 2026
A quick read that is surprisingly moving. It hits all the right note a perfect blend of sad and happy moments that makes for a truly rewarding experience. Don't let the length fool you; this is a wonderful story that is well worth the read.
November 2, 2025
Only The Strong Survives
Jade was one strong young lady !I'm so glad Dad showed up when he did always right on time!
Sad how the system failed them
Jade was one strong young lady !I'm so glad Dad showed up when he did always right on time!
Sad how the system failed them
January 18, 2026
Emotional ride
January 26, 2026
Real raw and powerful! Wowwww pulled at my heart strings I loved this book soooo much! 5 stars!
July 25, 2026
wow!
This book is thought provoking and puts a spotlight on how broken the system is. Left me questioning why and how??
This book is thought provoking and puts a spotlight on how broken the system is. Left me questioning why and how??
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