Book Reviews

Reviews of books of interest to adoptive, birth, foster, and step families.


A Ghost at Heart's Edge

A beautiful anthology presenting experiences and thoughts on adoption that will resonate with every reader.... [more]

A Single Square Picture

In exploring her Korean beginnings, Katy Robinson's book offers much more than an honest and insightful look at search and reunion.... [more]

Adoption Forum

Reviewer Betty Folcon gives a rave review to Kasey Hamner's second book.... [more]

Adoption Nation

A remarkable book that presents an overview of adoption today. A must-read for anyone with an connection to or curiosity about adoption, from adoption professionals to social scientists to members of our extended families.... [more]

Adoption Piece by Piece

The three books that make up the "Adoption Piece by Piece" trilogy are exceptional resources for parents and professionals dealing with special needs and, singly or together, for every adoptive family. ... [more]

Beggars and Choosers

In her new book, Beggars and Choosers: How the Politics of Choice Shapes Adoption, Abortion, and Welfare in the U.S, author Rickie Solinger explores the aftermath of coerced surrender.... [more]

Beneath a Tall Tree

This is not Jean Strauss's first book dealing with adoption. She has written several books; however, her latest offering is different. This is her memoir, tribute, diary, and journal of search and reunion all rolled into one.... [more]

Birthright

An excellent choice for those searching and those found, this is an outstanding guide to the methods, emotions, and responsibilities of search and reunion.... [more]

Bullets on the Bund

A great book for young people ages 9-14, introducing us to two young sleuths who also happen to be adoptees.... [more]

Disturbing the Peace

Nancy Newman's novel about a woman whose search for her birthmother helps her put her own life in perspective, is a captivating story from an author outside the adoption "triad" who brings a fresh viewpoint to search and family connections.... [more]

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