Lost Boy Dave Peltzer the author of “The Lost Boy” tells his story from the time he left his abusive mother and alcoholic father, through his experiences in five foster homes and juvenile detention, and how he eventually made it into the Air Force. He was a defiant, rebellious boy who, despite his background and personality, managed to endear himself to many guardians, social workers, and teachers. Pelzer writes in an honest, sometimes rambling, style; …showed first 75 words of 1850 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1850 total…to find acceptance and a place to call home really touched my soul. The tears I cry for all the kids out there that need a voice to be heard. Mrs. Gold is God sent. She was Dave’s social worker she took the time to understand Dave’s story and be his voice for him. We need more people in the Human Services field like the one's who have helped Dave in his journey.