Disappearing Fathers

About the Book

As a young girl, Nickers always believed she would marry Mr. Right, have children, and live happily ever after. But as Nickers matured into a teenager, she soon discovered that her dreams would not be as easy to achieve as she once believed. In her frank memoir, she begins by detailing her turbulent adolescent years as she struggled with low self-esteem, endured a broken heart for the first time, and lost her innocence. After she is forced to face the unimaginable loss of two friends in her final year of high school, Nickers progressed from a hopeful girl to a woman who hated being alone and found herself attracted to men who did not respect her. With her destiny dictated by her choices, Nickers soon finds herself pregnant with her first child and on a rocky road lined with abusive lovers, infidelity, and utter despair. As she recalls her poignant story, it becomes evident that her innocent pursuit for unconditional love has somehow transformed into a scrappy quest for survival. Disappearing Fathers offers a heartbreaking glimpse into one woman’s journey through life as she struggles to find love and raise her children.

About the Author

Puppa Brett is a single mother of four children who currently lives in a century-old pub in North Queensland. She lost her daughter several years ago and hopes that by telling her story, she may save the life of even one girl.