The Lost Boy (Dave Pelzer #2)
by Dave Pelzer
The Lost Boy by Dave Pelzer holds a highly rated rating of 4.08 out of 5, based on 46.8K reader ratings. First published in 1997. The book spans 331 pages.
About The Lost Boy
Imagine a young boy who has never had a loving home. His only possesions are the old, torn clothes he carries in a paper bag. The only world he knows is one of isolation and fear. Although others had rescued this boy from his abusive alcoholic mother, his real hurt is just begining -- he has no place to call home. This is Dave Pelzer's long-awaited sequel to A Child Called "It". In The Lost Boy, he answers questions and reveals new adventures through the compelling story of his life as an adolescent. Now considered an F-Child (Foster Child), Dave is moved in and out of five different homes. He suffers shame and experiences resentment from those who feel that all foster kids are trouble and unworthy of being loved just because they are not part of a "real" family. Tears, laughter, devastation and hope create the journey of this little lost boy who searches desperately for just one thing -- the love of a family.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Dave Pelzer |
| Published | 1997 |
| Pages | 331 |
| Genres | Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Biography & Memoir, Psychology |
| Average Rating | 4.08 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 46,847 |
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What genre is The Lost Boy?
The Lost Boy is categorized as Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Biography & Memoir, Psychology. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is The Lost Boy worth reading?
Based on 46.8K reader ratings, The Lost Boy has an average score of 4.08 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Lost Boy?
The Lost Boy has 331 pages.
Who wrote The Lost Boy?
The Lost Boy was written by Dave Pelzer. It was first published in 1997.
What is the ISBN for The Lost Boy?
The ISBN-13 for The Lost Boy is 9781558745160.0.
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