Anatomy of a Secret

When experienced Samaritan John takes a call from a nine-year-old girl named Bobby who is being sexually abused by her step-father, Simon, he subsequently discovers she is the best friend of his own daughter, Suzie, and is faced with a terrible dilemma. The rule of confidentiality is absolute and can only be broken with the permission of Bobby, who threatens to kill herself if her secret is exposed. Should he blow the whistle and betray his promise to Bobby, who, although hating her abuse, continues to threaten to kill herself if her secret is revealed? His choice of action puts him on the rack. Somehow he has to find a solution - but can he?

Norman is married with four children. He has a Small Holding that takes in rescue animals. He has been a Samaritan for over twenty years.