The throw-away piece
By: Jo Ann Yolanda Hernández.
Publisher: Piñata Books
Published: 2006
Place of publication: Houston, TX
Language: eng
Subjects: Self-esteem -- Fiction.; Foster home care -- Fiction.; Abused women -- Fiction.; Mothers and daughters -- Fiction.
Genres: Fiction.
Description: Even after entering the foster care system, Jewel is the one who takes care of her mother and, shutting herself off from the vulnerability of closeness to others, is unaware of the positive influence she has on those around her.