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Gweilo Moments: Notes From Hong Kong on Motherhood, Adoption, Mid-Life and Cats

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This is such a vivid portrait of an American family living in Hong Kong, that I found myself wishing I could drop by and hang out with them. I hope the author writes more, about anything whatsoever - she has a voice I know I would want to read no matter what she was talking about.

Highest recommendation. I look forward to her next book, and hope it will be out soon!

Robin Minietta writes exquisitely and I was touched by her searing honesty and candor in describing her trials and tribulations in trying to conceive, facing menopause, losing a parent, and living in an adopted land. She brings a keen journalistic eye for detail to her tales of expatriate living in Hong Kong, and conveys a joy for life and adventure. Above all, her stories of love for her children will resonate with parents everywhere.

Wow! A wonderful, heartfelt book about real life experiences. Robin Minietta is a true writer, who grabs you and keeps you reading. From her change at 10, to her realalistic views of adoption, to her families love (and hardships). I laughed and cried, a lot! I can't wait for her next novel. I am so impressed with this author...bravo!