The phrase "You can't choose your family" has never been more true than in this autobiographical story of what happens when skeletons come out of a family cupboard and cause irreversible damage and distress. Written as a therapeutic exercise but serving as a tale of bravery and strong moral principles, "You Can't Choose Your Family" documents the two sides of every family coin - that of abuse, lies and deception, opposed by love, loyalty and kindness. We are also reminded that pets are family too, as this emotive autobiography also uplifts in telling the story of many rescued and rehabilitated animals over several decades.