Review: A story that demonstrates where there's a will there's a way
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 13, 2013
I read Amelia's Story in record time as I was totally absorbed by it.  I couldn't wait to read this next book, Amelia's Destiny.  D G Torrens writes with such openness and honesty that it is impossible not to be pulled in and want to hear her whole story.  Once again I had to read it through with little breaks.  It is compelling because you feel the desperation for this young girl, and then young woman, to succeed in life.  There are moments when you feel excited for the new things Amelia is experiencing then moments when you feel deeply saddened that life can still be harsh for this tenacious young woman.  This story made me hug my children tightly and, once again, wonder at a world, and its people, that can allow such awful things to happen to children.  Amelia's determination proves that where there's a will there's a way; to never give up on your dreams.  I highly recommend this book to everyone; some stories should be read.