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Shattered
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Mavis Marsh, Andrew Crofts
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Free shipping Australia wide Ships from UK supplier | Rating: | | | Format: | Paperback, 320 pages | | Other Information: | 8pp colour photo section | | Published In: | United Kingdom, 17 August 2006 |
On 12th October 1995, Mavis Marsh answered her door to the news every parent dreads most. 'It's your son,' the policeman told her. 'He's been in an accident.' Only hours earlier Matthew had been set for a dazzling future but, in one terrible night, a devastating tragedy altered everything. Days later, Mavis found herself standing at her son's bedside as doctors told her to give up all hope. According to them, the damage to Matthew's brain was too severe for him to recover, and the boy she had known and loved was gone forever. But Mavis and her husband Keith couldn't give up on their only son. And refusing to accept the diagnosis, they started to work with Matthew themselves, desperately urging their comatose son to fight. For months they tried, to no avail. But then, almost half a year later, he suddenly started to respond ... |
About the AuthorMavis lives in Leeds with her husband, Keith. They have two daughters and one son, Matthew. PrizesSometimes a family's love can achieve the impossible. The unmissable third book from Richard & Judy's TRUE competition. Reviews"This is an incredibly moving true tale of hope, dedication and above all love. We defy you not to shed a tear!" Hot Stars "An inspirational and moving real life story that proves you can achieve the impossible when you believe enough" The Sun "astonishing testimony to the power of hope" Daily Record "uplifting" Sunday Express
| Publisher: | Arrow Books Ltd | | ISBN: | 0099498510 |
| EAN: | 9780099498513 | | Dimensions: | 17.0 x 11.0 x 2.0 centimeters (0.17 kg) |
| Age Range: |
15+ years |
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