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Where's My Mummy?: Louisa's heart-breaking true story of family, loss and hope
'Mum and Dad. Gone?' asked Louisa.
'Yes,' I nodded. 'They're gone.'
After a horrific car crash, thirteen-year-old Louisa is left fighting for her life in hospital. She wakes to find that her loving, happy family has been shattered overnight, with both of her parents now dead. With no one to care for her, Louisa is entirely alone.
Britain's most-loved foster carer Maggie Hartley is called in to help Louisa cope with her devastating new life. Can Maggie find a way to bond with Louisa, overwhelmed with anger and grief? Or will she regret making decisions that will affect both her and Louisa for the rest of their lives?
A true story of hope from Sunday Times bestselling author Maggie Hartley, a foster carer for over 20 years.
'Excellent read. Didn't want it to end' 5* Amazon reader review
'Yes,' I nodded. 'They're gone.'
After a horrific car crash, thirteen-year-old Louisa is left fighting for her life in hospital. She wakes to find that her loving, happy family has been shattered overnight, with both of her parents now dead. With no one to care for her, Louisa is entirely alone.
Britain's most-loved foster carer Maggie Hartley is called in to help Louisa cope with her devastating new life. Can Maggie find a way to bond with Louisa, overwhelmed with anger and grief? Or will she regret making decisions that will affect both her and Louisa for the rest of their lives?
A true story of hope from Sunday Times bestselling author Maggie Hartley, a foster carer for over 20 years.
'Excellent read. Didn't want it to end' 5* Amazon reader review
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229 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 16, 2023
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February 23, 2023
A good insight into how someone comes out of a coma.
A young girl Louisa of 13, has to cope with losing both parents and her home. As well as her emotions going haywire. She finds it hard to understand and retain information. She has to learn to walk, talk and eat etc again. Maggie is such an outstanding mentor for Louisa after her accident and parents passing.
A young girl Louisa of 13, has to cope with losing both parents and her home. As well as her emotions going haywire. She finds it hard to understand and retain information. She has to learn to walk, talk and eat etc again. Maggie is such an outstanding mentor for Louisa after her accident and parents passing.
February 16, 2023
I loved this book. Louisa has appeared in all of the other books in this collection so it is great that we have finally got her story. Obviously we know how she came to be with Maggie thanks to the other books in the collection however i never susspected just how massive her challenges actually were not just losing her parents but also her own recovery. What a brave young woman she is and now i know her story i have massive respect for how she faught back to have a life. This story could have been so different
April 27, 2023
Brilliant read well written a story that's very close to my heart .
February 17, 2023
heart wrenching but great read
Thanks Maggie for sharing Louisa's story I cried and cheered her on in places. My heart ached for what she went through. What a brave and resilient young girl she was. Too know her now from your more recent books it's hard to believe that she had such a tragic time. A brilliant well wrote account. Thanks Maggie please keep sharing your fostering memoirs
Thanks Maggie for sharing Louisa's story I cried and cheered her on in places. My heart ached for what she went through. What a brave and resilient young girl she was. Too know her now from your more recent books it's hard to believe that she had such a tragic time. A brilliant well wrote account. Thanks Maggie please keep sharing your fostering memoirs
September 9, 2023
This was a great read, and although still incredibly sad, this was nothing to do with Abuse which makes a nice change from these kinds of books.
This read follows the story of Louise, and the life for her after a coma.
I havnt read any of Maggie Hartley's other books so only know this from other reviews, but Louise gets mentioned in all the authors other books, so this one is obviously her story.
Will definitely be looking out for any past books from this author so I can catch up on some stories of some of her other foster children.
Great read.
This read follows the story of Louise, and the life for her after a coma.
I havnt read any of Maggie Hartley's other books so only know this from other reviews, but Louise gets mentioned in all the authors other books, so this one is obviously her story.
Will definitely be looking out for any past books from this author so I can catch up on some stories of some of her other foster children.
Great read.
April 10, 2023
This book was sensitivity written and explains inngrewat detail what it's like when someone is in a coma how hard the recovery is and how difficult it can be to learn everything again such as walking talking,eating and swallowing,reading and writing.i enjoyed getting to know how Maggie and louisas story began.maggie was such a great and supportive and encouraging mentor to help Louisa with her recovery it was very upsetting that Louise lost both her parents at the age of 13.Even when Louise was pushing Maggie away although Louise didn't understand that's what she was doing Maggie was their for Louise and supportive to help her recover and to gain confidence as a teenager again.
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February 16, 2023
Where’s My Mummy? by Maggie Hartley.
This is the story of Louisa who those who have read Maggie’s books before know she has lived with her for years.
Louisa lost both of her parents in a car accident in which she was in the car too! Tells the story of what Louisa went through after the accident and then living with Maggie.
No spoilers here .. all I can say .. it is a great book and a insight into what Louisa went through!
A very moving story.
This is the story of Louisa who those who have read Maggie’s books before know she has lived with her for years.
Louisa lost both of her parents in a car accident in which she was in the car too! Tells the story of what Louisa went through after the accident and then living with Maggie.
No spoilers here .. all I can say .. it is a great book and a insight into what Louisa went through!
A very moving story.
February 24, 2023
Where's My Mummy?
This has to be my favorite book by Maggie so far.Louisa is such a strong young lady and has come through so much.This book actually brought happy tears and sad tears to my eyes and I have never experienced that with a book.Thank you for yet another wonderful story and Good Luck to you both.
This has to be my favorite book by Maggie so far.Louisa is such a strong young lady and has come through so much.This book actually brought happy tears and sad tears to my eyes and I have never experienced that with a book.Thank you for yet another wonderful story and Good Luck to you both.
March 15, 2023
I have read and enjoyed a lot of Maggie Hartley's books and often wondered about Louisa's story so was really glad when she finally decided to tell her story.
I was absolutely gripped from the start and couldn't put it down. Only negative point fore the end felt a bit rushed but perhaps she may expand on a future book
I was absolutely gripped from the start and couldn't put it down. Only negative point fore the end felt a bit rushed but perhaps she may expand on a future book
April 12, 2023
Great author with fantastic true.life stories
I love.readimg.and have read all.of maggies.books, once i.start one.i.can't put it down and never want it to end.
I can't get into anyone else's books like I do Maggie's,, I always feel lkke.I'm watching from the side when I read them.
I have recommended her books.to.friends and family.
I love.readimg.and have read all.of maggies.books, once i.start one.i.can't put it down and never want it to end.
I can't get into anyone else's books like I do Maggie's,, I always feel lkke.I'm watching from the side when I read them.
I have recommended her books.to.friends and family.
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November 5, 2023Great book
Omg Maggie I love yr books and this one definitely pulled at my heart strings ,I couldn't put it down ,
I'm not giving anything away but wow louisa you are just the sweetest and well done maggie she wouldn't have done what she did without yr support ,
I would give u a million stars If I could ,keep up the great work xx
Omg Maggie I love yr books and this one definitely pulled at my heart strings ,I couldn't put it down ,
I'm not giving anything away but wow louisa you are just the sweetest and well done maggie she wouldn't have done what she did without yr support ,
I would give u a million stars If I could ,keep up the great work xx
December 16, 2024
beautifully written
Ever since I found Maggie’s books I was hoping she had or will write Louisa’s story. I mean it when I say as long as Maggie keeps writing. I will keep reading her books. I do wish they came in print copies and she deserves a higher commission and these stories are too beautiful not to have in your home.
Ever since I found Maggie’s books I was hoping she had or will write Louisa’s story. I mean it when I say as long as Maggie keeps writing. I will keep reading her books. I do wish they came in print copies and she deserves a higher commission and these stories are too beautiful not to have in your home.
February 17, 2023
A great Book for Families
Such a wonderful story I hope Louisa will Always know how loved she is. Thank you for all your love you have for the kids you watch. You are a remarkable person and a wonderful Foster Parent. Always love your stories..
Such a wonderful story I hope Louisa will Always know how loved she is. Thank you for all your love you have for the kids you watch. You are a remarkable person and a wonderful Foster Parent. Always love your stories..
February 27, 2023
As always, Maggie doesn't disappoint!
Maggie brings us into her interesting her home and family when we read her books.. I always pre order her books and count the days until I can read them!
Maggie brings us into her interesting her home and family when we read her books.. I always pre order her books and count the days until I can read them!
March 9, 2023
Another fantastic book from Maggie Hartley. I have loved all of Maggie's books and this one doesn't disappoint. I had some sad tears and happy tears. Thank you so much Maggie and Louisa for telling us about Louisa's story. You are both incredible women.
June 13, 2023
Maggie Hartley latest book on Louisa’s journey into her life. This book is 5 stars, it was very interesting to read after hearing about Louisa in previous books! This was her book and her story. As normal well written thanks Maggie!
September 11, 2023
An excellent book
An unbelievable story about a young girl. An excellent read. Didn't want it to end.
Finished in just over a day as didn't want to stop reading.
Any Cathy Glass lovers would enjoy this book.
An unbelievable story about a young girl. An excellent read. Didn't want it to end.
Finished in just over a day as didn't want to stop reading.
Any Cathy Glass lovers would enjoy this book.
January 25, 2024
Brilliant. Makes you feel different emotionals
Brilliant.
Couldn't put this book down. I read it in 2 days.
It is nice to hear how Louisa came to live with Maggie and how much she has come through.
One of my favourite Maggie books.
Brilliant.
Couldn't put this book down. I read it in 2 days.
It is nice to hear how Louisa came to live with Maggie and how much she has come through.
One of my favourite Maggie books.
February 25, 2024
Louisa wakes up from a coma to discover that both her parents have died and foster carer Maggie is now going to look after her. Such a powerful and traumatising story. I felt sadness and so much hope shine through the pages.
April 8, 2024
Amazing as always!
Maggie always writes with such passion and honesty. As a foster adopt mom of five special needs boys - I understand the difficulty letting go - yet knowing when to hold on.
Maggie always writes with such passion and honesty. As a foster adopt mom of five special needs boys - I understand the difficulty letting go - yet knowing when to hold on.
February 16, 2023
Get out the box of tissues for this one.
February 16, 2023
Get out your hankies
Very moving story of a girl who is injured and lost her parents in a terrible accident and her healing journey.
Very moving story of a girl who is injured and lost her parents in a terrible accident and her healing journey.
February 17, 2023
Excellent
Nice story. Great ending, hated to see it end. Her stories are always so detailed. She’s a great foster carer. Excellent, thanks!
Nice story. Great ending, hated to see it end. Her stories are always so detailed. She’s a great foster carer. Excellent, thanks!
February 18, 2023
Another fantastic book by Maggie. I really enjoyed reading Louisa's story.
February 18, 2023
tears
This is a great book,many time I cried when reading this. I am glad to finally get to read Louisa’s story.
This is a great book,many time I cried when reading this. I am glad to finally get to read Louisa’s story.
February 24, 2023
Emotional! In a good way.
February 24, 2023
Excellent read
Beautifully written sad story of achievement, kindly supporting a traumatised young child after a heartbreaking accident. A lovely read. Thank you.
Beautifully written sad story of achievement, kindly supporting a traumatised young child after a heartbreaking accident. A lovely read. Thank you.
February 24, 2023
Afrer reading so many books with Louisa featuring, it was lovely to finally read Maggie's story of how she met Louisa.
February 26, 2023
Tears flowed reading this book. What a joinery Louisa had to endure. Glad Maggie was there
April 5, 2023
Amazing
What a story. Firstly what a resilient person Louisa is, it was hard to read at times, she has been through so much and next what an amazing foster carer Maggie is.
What a story. Firstly what a resilient person Louisa is, it was hard to read at times, she has been through so much and next what an amazing foster carer Maggie is.
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