--- product_id: 437260814 title: "A Place Called Home: A Memoir" price: "£18.20" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/437260814-a-place-called-home-a-memoir store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # A Place Called Home: A Memoir **Price:** £18.20 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** A Place Called Home: A Memoir - **How much does it cost?** £18.20 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/437260814-a-place-called-home-a-memoir) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description A Place Called Home: A Memoir [Ambroz, David] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. A Place Called Home: A Memoir Review: Fascinating, Emotional, and Eye Opening - I don't write many book reviews, but this book was beyond amazing. My neighbor recommended it to me and I am so thankful because this book is in my top 5 of all books I've ever read and now I am recommending it to everyone. I have even bought a few copies to give to friends because I loved it so much. In this memoir, the author details his childhood in poverty, homelessness, and foster care. He has siblings and a mother that is suffering from mental illness. As a mother, my heart absolutely broke reading this story, but there were also moments of happiness where I cried tears of joy for the author. This book has opened my eyes to homeless and foster care issues - things that I knew, but didn't really know. The author wrote this memoir adding in ways to reform issues surrounding poverty and foster care and wants this book to be a starter to that change. It definitely starts the conversation with those that have read the book. Review: A Place Called Home by David Ambroz — A Memoir That Shatters, Uplifts, and Transforms - David Ambroz’s A Place Called Home is not just a memoir—it’s a masterclass in resilience, a searing indictment of systemic failure, and a love letter to the power of hope. From the very first page, Ambroz pulls you into a childhood marked by homelessness, abuse, and neglect, yet never lets go of the thread of humanity that runs through even the darkest moments. What makes this memoir extraordinary isn’t just the harrowing detail—though it’s unflinchingly honest—but the clarity and compassion with which Ambroz tells his story. And at times, you have to put the book down to feel and embrace the struggles he faced truly. His voice is raw, intelligent, and deeply empathetic. You feel the hunger, cold, and fear—but you also feel the fire of a young boy determined to survive, learn, love, and lead. I’ve witnessed David’s work in the community at Los Angeles Community College; his passion for purpose and change is remarkable. Sometimes you think you know someone until you read their true story and have a new level of love and respect for them. Well done, David! ❤️ ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #147,566 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #22 in Poverty #27 in Child Abuse (Books) #1,603 in Memoirs (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 826 Reviews | ## Images ![A Place Called Home: A Memoir - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91lrG0yowlL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fascinating, Emotional, and Eye Opening *by C***A on October 21, 2025* I don't write many book reviews, but this book was beyond amazing. My neighbor recommended it to me and I am so thankful because this book is in my top 5 of all books I've ever read and now I am recommending it to everyone. I have even bought a few copies to give to friends because I loved it so much. In this memoir, the author details his childhood in poverty, homelessness, and foster care. He has siblings and a mother that is suffering from mental illness. As a mother, my heart absolutely broke reading this story, but there were also moments of happiness where I cried tears of joy for the author. This book has opened my eyes to homeless and foster care issues - things that I knew, but didn't really know. The author wrote this memoir adding in ways to reform issues surrounding poverty and foster care and wants this book to be a starter to that change. It definitely starts the conversation with those that have read the book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Place Called Home by David Ambroz — A Memoir That Shatters, Uplifts, and Transforms *by J***F on September 2, 2025* David Ambroz’s A Place Called Home is not just a memoir—it’s a masterclass in resilience, a searing indictment of systemic failure, and a love letter to the power of hope. From the very first page, Ambroz pulls you into a childhood marked by homelessness, abuse, and neglect, yet never lets go of the thread of humanity that runs through even the darkest moments. What makes this memoir extraordinary isn’t just the harrowing detail—though it’s unflinchingly honest—but the clarity and compassion with which Ambroz tells his story. And at times, you have to put the book down to feel and embrace the struggles he faced truly. His voice is raw, intelligent, and deeply empathetic. You feel the hunger, cold, and fear—but you also feel the fire of a young boy determined to survive, learn, love, and lead. I’ve witnessed David’s work in the community at Los Angeles Community College; his passion for purpose and change is remarkable. Sometimes you think you know someone until you read their true story and have a new level of love and respect for them. Well done, David! ❤️ ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A book I'll be recommending many times over! *by K***R on March 11, 2025* I was fortunate enough to listen to David read the first chapter aloud at a non-profit fundraiser, and I was hooked immediately. David’s story is both heart-wrenching and inspiring, detailing his family's struggle with homelessness, abuse, and the foster care system. His vivid storytelling and raw honesty expose the harsh realities of poverty and the inadequacies of the social services system. One moment that stood out to me was when David described an incident when on the streets his family was harrassed and assaulted by two police officers. They taunted his mother about them all being rats, sucking off welfare. The neighbors from their balconies see, "They all see, but I don't expect them to help. What are they going to do, call the cops?", which truly encapsulated the depth of his family's plight. The book brings to life the struggle and despair but also the human spirit and strength around maintaining hope and paying it forward.Similar to *The Glass Castle* by Jeanette Walls and *Educated* by Tara Westover, Ambroz's memoir is a gripping personal account of deprivation and triumph. Walls and Westover's stories deeply moved me with their depictions of overcoming poverty, mental illness, and family abuse—experiences that resonate with my own. I was left with the same emotion after reading A Place Called Home. I'm forever changed by the memoir, and I know it has inspired me to do better. David's journey from homelessness to becoming a leading advocate for child welfare is extraordinary. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the true meaning of resilience and the power of hope. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/437260814-a-place-called-home-a-memoir](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/437260814-a-place-called-home-a-memoir) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-19*