Wards of the State: The Long Shadow of American Foster Care Nature_Gift_Guide Named one of the Best

Named one of the Best Books of the Year by more than twenty publications

from businesspeople to athletes to parents

the victory of liberal democracy seemed final

“Readers will come away infuriated

”—Brandon Sanderson

Wards of the State: The Long Shadow of American Foster Care Nature_Gift_Guide Named one of the BestFinalist for the 2025 National Book Award for Nonfiction An immersive, devastating look at foster childrens lives. (Seattle Times) A compelling exploration of the broken American foster care system, told through the stories of six former foster youth. This powerful narrative nonfiction book delves into the systemic failures that lead many foster children into the criminal justice system, highlighting the urgent need for reform. This book is a must