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Book Synopsis: Growing up in the closed adoption system of Northern California, Patricia Moffat always felt a yawning gap at the beginning of her life, and a sense of loss and sadness. She yearned to know who her birthmother was, and why she had given her away. In her twenties, after an abortion and the births of her two children, which pulled her back emotionally to her beginnings, Patricia resolved to find her original family. Her search was successful, bringing happiness and closure, together with some painful consequences. While the reunion with her birthmother and family was joyous, Patricia’s adoptive mother felt threatened by the sudden appearance of another mother in their lives. Addressing questions of identity, and experiences of family and belonging, She Turned Her Head Away grapples with the intense emotions often experienced by adopted children and adult adoptees, and families uncovering long-buried secrets through genetic testing. Patricia’s inspiring story of hurt, search, reconciliation, and healing speaks powerfully to anyone struggling to find their family or themselves.
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Unlock the emotional journey of finding belonging and identity with "She Turned Her Head Away: An Adoption Memoir". Follow Patricia Moffat's powerful story of loss, yearning, and ultimately, healing as she embarks on a quest to uncover her roots. This memoir resonates with the intense emotions often faced by adopted children and adult adoptees, inviting readers to explore the complexities of family, love, and self-discovery.
Dive into the pages of this gripping memoir set in Northern California, where Patricia's search for her birthmother leads to a reunion filled with both joy and pain. Experience the challenges and triumphs of unraveling long-buried secrets through Patricia's raw and honest narrative, offering a compelling insight into the complexities of adoption and the profound impact it has on one's sense of self.
Feel the emotional tug of Patricia's journey as she grapples with questions of identity, family, and belonging, weaving a tapestry of hope, reconciliation, and healing. This poignant memoir is a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration and courage in their own search for family and self-discovery.
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