The sequel to Pelzer's autobiography of an abusive childhood, THE LOST BOY follows Pelzer through the California foster care system.
Here he tells his story from the time he left his abusive mother and alcoholic father, through his experiences in five foster homes and juvenile detention, and how he eventually made it into the Air Force.
Pelzer was a defiant a rebellious boy who, despite his background and personality, managed to show his true heart condition to many guardians, social workers, and teachers. I enjoyed the way he describes life in foster homes, because it isn't always a pretty picture as many would like to believe. There is always a rebel, a mean or unkind heart that will spoil everything the foster parents are trying to inculcate into foster children's hearts.
In this book his journey back was written in an honest manner yet he was never bitter, and his story will find those who can sympathize with him and those who have endured such expirences while growing up in the system.
I enjoyed reading this book but also felt he left many questions unanswered.
I am sure this book will be used over and over again in many college classes; and by those who are searching for their own healing.
The book is as great as his other books and brings light to the world that many travel but few talk about in their adult years.
Thanks Dave
