But We All Shine On is an inspiring account of Paolo Hewitt’s journey to reconnect with childhood friends from Burbank Children’s Home. Their remarkable stories reveal resilience and the indomitable human spirit in the face of adversity.

Meet Des, who reinvented himself; Norman, the runaway who crossed a continent; David, the boy who struggled to be heard; and Terry, the enigmatic child who stood in a school field for four days. Through their struggles and triumphs, Paolo uncovers profound truths about care, himself, and the enduring strength of children.

Gripping and honest, this book is a moving tribute to the power of hope and survival, a worthy companion to Hewitt’s classic memoir The Looked After Kid.