christinasgobletofbooks's review against another edition
5.0
I honestly am having a hard time finding words for how absolutely gripping this book is. You find bits of information of the family mystery that Avery is looking to figure out and constantly want to know what will happen next. A sad story but a story that needs to be told. I had no idea this awful baby ring existed and I'm glad the story is being shared with others. Awareness is key.
darriananders's review against another edition
2.0
I’m not one to quit a book, what kept me going on this one was my hope of figuring out how two families in different time periods were connected. A little drawn out (completely g rated) romance and emphasis on the importance of family but a fairly flat plot line.
pienoinenkarpalo's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
nataliegriffin's review against another edition
5.0
This book! I read it months ago and it's still in my mind. I'll go throughout the day and suddenly wonder about the kids, get an ache in my heart for everything they went through.
I really enjoyed this story and it still haunts me. Highly recommend it!
I really enjoyed this story and it still haunts me. Highly recommend it!
megansgc's review against another edition
4.0
Well written. Compelling story. Just be prepared it is saddening and not a bit disturbing. However an important story to be told
kcoccia's review against another edition
5.0
This book was excellent! Be prepared to cry a bit.
I still have a lot of questions about what happened with some things but I guess I'll just have to accept the lack of answers. Not everything can be tied up nice and neat.
I still have a lot of questions about what happened with some things but I guess I'll just have to accept the lack of answers. Not everything can be tied up nice and neat.
ktxx22's review against another edition
5.0
This was a phenomenal read. Informative, inspiring, and sad. I could not get enough of this read it was a tale with two timelines and a history that was so intriguing I needed more. When finishing this book to realize it was actually based on true events. And something that I had NEVER heard of before I was flummoxed. How is this real, and truly horrid part of American history no where to be found? Other than in the stories and family histories of the people who suffered directly at the hands of these evil people. This is an easy 5/5 throughly enjoyed this and will definitely have to check out more of Wingates writing!!
kimdanya's review against another edition
5.0
A must read for historical fiction fans! I was so invested into this novel as I learned about the Tennesse Children's Home Society. I never knew this time period of crime even existed within the United States- it is so unfortunate that children would live in harsh conditions & be sold in the black market through this insain orphanage.
Overall, both timelines of the story kept me interested to learn more. This book was heartbreaking, thrilling and overall addicting. Please read this book.
Overall, both timelines of the story kept me interested to learn more. This book was heartbreaking, thrilling and overall addicting. Please read this book.
danjulique's review against another edition
5.0
I absolutely loved this book! Captivating from the first page! I loved every single character in the book, both past and present. The book starts off with Rill, a feisty older woman with all the spunk in the world. Avery, the younger woman, isn’t afraid to leave her family values behind to solve the mystery of her grandmother’s past.
Avery, the daughter of a Senator, is at a political event when her world crashes into Rill’s. When Avery meets up with Rill to retrieve her lost family heirloom, she eyes a picture of a woman that looks a lot like her grandmother. From there, Avery makes it her mission to figure out the connection between Rill and her grandmother.
What I truly loved about the book is the way it is written. Wingate does an amazing job of making you feel every single emotion that her characters feel. As the story developed, I wanted so badly for things to work out for both Rill and Avery. By the end of the novel, I was a puddle of tears.
Avery, the daughter of a Senator, is at a political event when her world crashes into Rill’s. When Avery meets up with Rill to retrieve her lost family heirloom, she eyes a picture of a woman that looks a lot like her grandmother. From there, Avery makes it her mission to figure out the connection between Rill and her grandmother.
What I truly loved about the book is the way it is written. Wingate does an amazing job of making you feel every single emotion that her characters feel. As the story developed, I wanted so badly for things to work out for both Rill and Avery. By the end of the novel, I was a puddle of tears.