Breaking Point: Daniel just wants someone he can rely on

by Casey Watson

When Daniel arrives at Casey and Mike's door he is an out-of-control teenager, whose history of abandonment and abuse has left him angry at the world. As the details of his past come to light, it becomes clear that in order to help him turn his life around, Casey will have to face her biggest challenge yet.

But no matter how big the challenge, Casey is determined to break the cycle and prove to Daniel that not all adults will let him down.

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Published February 12, 2026

Reviews

[Holly Hall · Rating 5 out of 5]

What another good story written by Casey Watson.

Casey has been one of the authors I have read since I was younger reading all of her books.
This story was actually quite sad, my mum looks after troubled children and I see the heart ache she goes through when a placement at her children’s home end.

Daniel has had to overcome a lot and it just shows children can fall into the wrong hands and this is what happened here.

It’s made me hold my daughter closer and protect her even more.

Thanks Casey for sharing Daniel’s story

[Cassandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant , how resilient Casey and Mike was ! The passion and love they show and open their home to those in need of care and support !

[ItzHayley Beanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I first found this book on Goodreads after someone else had read it. Interested me because it is in regards to a fostering story, Where Daniel has spent three years in a children's home feeling forgotten and nowhere to truly belong. When he arrives at Casey and Mike's, his challenging and unpredictable behaviour soon reveals a much darker past than anyone had imagined. I was keen to read this as it's a fostering memoir.
It was a very fast paced read, The Daniel story was such a realistic experience, it shows what foster carers really do face.

[amber 🍓 · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m not usually a person for short books, but this was a really good time filler. I admire how they’re true stories and Casey Watson really shows the dark side of drugs and how unstable the foster system is. I loved Bella and felt bad for what Daniel did to her, but his improvements at the end of the book was honestly amazing. I’m relived he got help — and Molly was adorable!

[Charlette · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quite an interesting book. It really shows how absence within a family can have lasting effects. I adore Maggie—she clearly cares for each child and treats them as individuals. She is patient and compassionate. I especially liked the ending, where the father, who wanted his children back, put in the hard work to rebuild those relationships, and in the end, it paid off.

[Mrs Judith Cohen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant read

Well what can I say, another well written book by Casey. You did a brilliant job under very exceptional circumstances. You and Mike deserve a medal. It's a must read. I have every respect for foster carers, who do a brilliant job. Can't wait for the next book. Xxx

[Rebecca Fowkes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. It opened up more with what foster carers have to deal with. I definitely recommend reading this book and I couldn't put it down.

[Kelly Ferrett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Breaking Point. by Casey Watson.
A very realistic story of what some foster carers can and have gone through with the children they have fostered. Some are violent and just not capable of receiving love and structure … Casey and Mike had tried to the best of their ability to show love and understanding.
A moving story.

[Elizabeth Ray · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sad, but reality. A quick read.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 Definitely one of Casey Watson's better books. Sadly realistic of what some foster carers must face. It was a fairly quick read.

[NICOLE · Rating 3 out of 5]

fast paced. super curious about the girl she was fostering that ft in the next book!!!

[Sandie fudge · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read

Easy reading from Casey, I look forward to getting the next book to read about Livvie and updates on Dan.