- Paperback: 260 pages
- Publisher: Kailyard Publishing (September 2009)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0956356605
- ISBN-13: 978-0956356604
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 15.6 x 1.6 cm
- Shipping Weight: 381 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #813,976 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Patsy Whyte was one of a family of ten traveller children who grew up in a children's home in Aberdeen during the 1950s and 60s. Scarred by years of emotional abuse, prejudice and hatred she left the home at 15 and drifted into a world of violence, prostitution and drugs which almost claimed her life. No Easy Road is a testament to the survival of the human spirit.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Heartfelt story about a young girl growing up in a Children's Home,
By Maria (The Prairies, Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: No Easy Road (Paperback)
From the moment I started reading "No Easy Road", I couldn't put it down. I was drawn to the little girl who, at the age of four, was in the cloakroom of the Children's Home in Aberdeen, watching the older children leave for school, her red coat the only one left hanging on the hook. I'm saddened to see that no-one checks on her.
Patsy Whyte tells the story of the first sixteen years of her life. Her parents were alcoholics and she was put "into care" at the tender age of 19 months. As Patsy's story unfolds, you learn about the vindictive house mother who constantly belittles her until Patsy's belief in herself is almost destroyed. Birthdays pass as any other day. Friendships are rare and children come and go. Patsy eventually learns that other family members live at the Children's Home including her brother, sister and cousin. But the contact between them is minimal. Patsy finally gets to go to school with the other children but when they learn who her mother is, Patsy is tormented and teased, becoming one of those "Whyte children", a homey. There are also many wonderful moments when Patsy's joy for life shines through. She tells about the people in her life who treat her with kindness - the taxi driver who drops her off at the police station but leaves her 20 pounds to buy some clothes and food, the school teacher who helps her when she can't afford to pay for school supplies, and the social worker who finally listens to her. You feel sorry for the little girl who is raised without love but you applaud the young woman she becomes. You feel angry at a system that would allow a young girl to be treated in such a horrible manner but you admire some of the people who work within that system and show compassion for a troubled teenager. This is a book about courage and the ability of the human spirit to survive. It's about Patsy Whyte who tells her story honestly and simply without feeling sorry for herself. Can't wait for a sequel. The Yellow on the Broom Red Rowans and Wild Honey
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3.0 out of 5 stars (14 customer reviews) 19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
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Difficult story, but worthwhile despite unpolished writing style,
By Texas Yogi - Published on Amazon.com
The author's life experiences are heartbreaking, and the subject matter covered is not easy to read about. Many of the details of the abuse the author experienced are absolutely horrific. However, the author's resilience shines through in the end, and the fact that she was able to write this book is a testament to the strength of her spirit. Yes, the writing is a bit unpolished, but it is worth overlooking the writing style.
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No Easy Read Review,
By da12889 - Published on Amazon.com
I was happy to read this book even though the material is depressing. I feel that God was working in Pat's life because on many occasions she was saved from some horrible situations. Still doesn't mean she didn't suffer. I would like to hope that now days foster homes/group homes have therapy and such to help these young children. I would hope that home mother's are better selected than what's in this book. Although I didn't cry there were times I wanted too. There was one time she mentioned she wanted to kill herself but couldn't find a way. I feel that that shows how desperate she was to get out of that situation.
I would have loved to hear above some triumphs that she might have had as an adult. Pull yourself up from t he bootstraps and make life the way you want it to be and work hard to get there. 7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Sad story but worth the read,
By Yasmine - Published on Amazon.com
This book really puts into perspective human suffering. My heart went out to the author and what she went through in her life. I guess the "happy ending" was more of the epilogue of the book. We really do take for granted our lives and having food, clothing and shelter. I think this book is worth the read. God bless this lady for overcoming her circumstances!
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