In 1990, Karina Colgan’s son Glen was tragically stillborn. She went through the pain of burying her child – only to discover nine years later that she had only buried part of him. Glen was among thousands of children and adults whose organs had been removed and retained by Irish hospitals, without the permission of their loved ones.

The organ retention scandal in Ireland caused a furore when it was first revealed. Promises were made to Parents for Justice, the support group set up for those affected, but those promises were never kept. Now, for the first time, Karina Colgan reveals the full story behind the scandal. She talks to parents and relatives, hospital staff and management, politicians and campaigners. Her revelations will shock and anger as she seeks the answer to the question: “Why was our trust betrayed?”

This is a harrowing yet deeply moving story of grief, compassion and the fight for justice.