A Sheltered Life
A Sheltered Life by Sheena Pennie, published by Trafford Publishing in May 2011, is a fiction work that delves into the complexities of family life. The story follows fifteen-year-old Connor Munro, who faces a life-altering experience after being robbed by a gang of street kids. As Connor grapples with his resentment, he becomes entwined with a homeless teen named Jesse, who is battling leukemia and in need of a bone marrow transplant. This connection leads Connor to uncover a dark family secret that will change his understanding of his own identity and relationships.
In this narrative, readers will find a poignant exploration of family dynamics and the unexpected bonds that can form between strangers. As Connor learns more about his family’s history, his mother, Fiona, must confront her own hidden struggles. The novel emphasizes themes of love, support, and the importance of facing the past, illustrating how two seemingly unrelated individuals can profoundly impact each other’s lives. With 184 pages, this edition presents a thoughtful examination of resilience and connection amidst adversity.
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Connor Munro has been robbed. The fifteen-year-old was minding his own business when a gang of street kids swooped in, stole his Walkman, and battered his pride. Filled with resentment toward these poor neighborhood brats, Connor has no idea that he will soon become intimately linked to society’s underbelly in a way he never imagined possible by way of a dark family secret. A complete stranger named Jesse enters the picture; Jesse is a homeless teen with leukemia, and he requires a bone marrow transplant to save his life. Connor becomes inexplicably linked to the ailing young man, and soon it becomes apparent that they are not strangers at all. Connor’s mother, Fiona, watches as her son begins to learn the truth, and she helps him face the facts about their family’s history. In assisting Connor in his own battle, Fiona must confront the demons she has kept hidden since his birth. Can her family handle the truth? In this touching novel, family comes in all shapes and sizes, and two strangers can help each other find love, support, and salvation.
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