Books like Trust Me by Lesley Pearse
When tragedy strikes Dulcie Taylor and her sister May, their parents and teachers tell them that they must trust and believe in everyone around them. However, they soon discover that everyone they trusted has betrayed them. Dulcie meets Ross, an orphanage survivor, who helps her learn to trust again. Can she overcome the pain of the past and fight for her own happiness?
First publish date: 2001
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Lesley Pearse
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