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The Spark: A Mother's Story of Nurturing Genius

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by Kristine Barnett

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I am only on chapter one, but I am not sure I can finish this book. Yes- the young man is clearly a gifted child and is doing great things. But mom's perspective seems... off. She almost died when her child was born 3 weeks early (?? Why? ) yet they went home right after the birth and stopped to sign mortgage papers on their way? The descriptions so far seem so overly exaggerated and ridiculous. Munchhausens?
Maridimi Nothing strange about it: she did have a difficult birth, but once it was over there was no reason for the doctors to keep her there, since both mothe…moreNothing strange about it: she did have a difficult birth, but once it was over there was no reason for the doctors to keep her there, since both mother and son were healthy. As you read more about her background, you will understand that Jacob's mother is an energetic and hard-working person, so it comes as no surprise that she would stop on her way home to sign papers... She's used to managing on her own, having been raised to be autonomous from an early age. Not all couples are the same - some parents take it slower, some not- but as long as her husband is on the same boat, the timing to sign papers is their own decision and planning. Anyway, you really need to reach the later chapters, as your question is tackled. It's a REALLY worthy book! :)(less)
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Has anyone seen the latest news about the author of this book? She apparently adopted a disabled child and then abandoned her and moved the rest of the family to Canada! People Magazine has an article about it!
Tron Yes, I've studied what is known about that case and it's vile. She is claiming the child was an adult at the time, had mental health issues and threat…moreYes, I've studied what is known about that case and it's vile. She is claiming the child was an adult at the time, had mental health issues and threatened the family. My view is that Kristine Barnett has a personality disorder herself and committed an abhorrent act of child abuse and disability abuse. (less)
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