Policeman's Son

Cathy Glass, the acclaimed Sunday Times and New York Times best-selling author, presents her second novel and first quick-listen title, "My Dad's a Policeman." This dramatic and engaging story follows the experiences of a young boy with an alcoholic mother.

Ryan, a small and lonely 12-year-old boy, struggles to fit in at school. Desperate for a life of happiness and security, he tells everyone he meets that his dad is a policeman. Lonely and bullied, Ryan hopes that this fabrication will help him make friends and deter the school bullies from picking on him.

However, the situation takes an unexpected turn when the police actually show up at Ryan's doorstep to take him away from his alcoholic mother and put him in care. Devastated, Ryan's life crumbles around him. In a desperate attempt to regain control, he runs away, taking a long bus ride back across the city to the inner-city life he knows.

Keeping a low profile and sneaking into his best friend's house late at night for shelter, Ryan soon discovers that he's not the only one who appears to be stretching the truth about the happiness of his home life. This fast-paced and compelling short story from Cathy Glass delves into the challenges faced by a young boy seeking acceptance and stability in a world that often falls short of his dreams.

Through Ryan's journey, readers are drawn into the complexities of family dynamics, the impact of alcoholism, and the universal desire for belonging. Glass's skilled storytelling weaves a narrative that is both poignant and thought-provoking, leaving a lasting impression on the reader.

"My Dad's a Policeman" is a captivating tale that explores the resilience of the human spirit and the power of hope, even in the face of adversity. Cathy Glass's masterful writing and keen insight into the experiences of vulnerable children make this short story a must-read for fans of her work and anyone seeking a compelling and emotionally resonant narrative.

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