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Wards of the State: The Long Shadow of American Foster Care
By Claudia Rowe
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By Claudia Rowe
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Through interviews with psychologists, judges, and the former foster children themselves, Claudia Rowe shines a light on the flawed American Foster Care system in this necessary analysis.
Finalist for the 2025 National Book Award for Nonfiction
“An immersive, devastating look at foster children’s lives.” (Seattle Times)
A compelling exploration of the broken American foster care system, told through the stories of six former foster youth. This powerful narrative nonfiction book delves into the systemic failures that lead many foster children into the criminal justice system, highlighting the urgent need for reform.
This book is a must-read for anyone interested in child welfar...
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