A Letter to my Son
A journey through dark roads and the desperate search for that ray of light on a daily basis.
Left under the care of her young siblings at the age of five, Ruth watches as her older siblings are swept into a world of desperation and illicit danger. The revelation of her father’s secret second family sharpens her pain, fuelling a determination to break free from dysfunction and forge a new future beyond the shadows of Peru.
Driven by the dream of a better life, Ruth’s journey is haunted by memories and resentment, a struggle that propels her towards transformation instead of destruction. It is only when her young son innocently asks;
“Mummy, are there any secrets in your life?”
that Ruth finds the courage to confront what lies beneath.
This poignant account is more than a story of survival, it is Ruth’s daring answer, revealing truths long kept hidden and embracing the healing that comes from turning shame into hope.
A Letter to My Son resonates with anyone who has ever longed to rise above their beginnings, an invitation to witness how dreams of leaving can lead to personal liberation and a fiercely honest legacy for the next generation.
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“This book is unlike anything I’ve ever read — a rare window into a mysterious, long-forgotten world. Set against the dark underbelly of Peru’s drug culture some sixty years ago, it captures a moment in history that few of us could ever imagine. It’s both deeply personal and profoundly universal: the story of a brave young girl who endures unimaginable hardship yet somehow carries herself with grace, courage, and an unshakable sense of destiny.”
“This book is the story of an exceptional individual it is an inspiring example of sustained achievement against all odds. I found some chapters rather triggering but am totally amazed at the raw honesty of the writer which must have taken great strength. I have nothing but complete respect and admiration for the writers strength, courage,resilience and determination Highly recommend ”
“A deeply personal book by the author, so moving and real you can’t put it down! Relatable in so many ways to fellow immigrants not only from Peru, but from around the world. A truly honest writing of life struggles, experiences, resilience and most of all never giving up on yourself and your dreams. ”
“A beautiful, and raw story of resilience and determination I’d highly recommend to anyone”
- 364 pages
- Paperback
- 5.5in × 8.5in
- Black & White
- 979-890093339-9