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Reconnections

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I had great hopes for this book. Upon reading it, however, I was grossly disappointed. Too many cliches, poor grammar, a limited vocabulary, and a disconnected theme all detract from what might be a very nice story. Get a new editor!

The subject description that I see listed for this book is WRONG at this time! This book is actually about: "Mary Bradford Clark, the author, is an adoptee. She gives birth to her daughter at 18, and places her for adoption. The daughter, Kathy, searches for Mary and they are reunited. Unfortunately, Kathy's adoptive parents were not the greatest people, and her life was diffcult. It all ends up with Mary (her birthmom) ADOPTING Kathy!"

My name is Mary Bradford Clark and I am the co-author of Reconnections. My daughter Kathy, whom I gave up for adoption at her birth, wrote this book with me. It was her surprize phone call to me in 1992, our reunion, and subsequent growing relationship that has provided healing to us and our families. Writing Reconnections was in itself a way to revisit both painful and positive memories. Through writing Reconnections Kathy became a legal member of our family, a sister to her sister, and a full daughter to me. She chose as an adult to be adopted by her birth family.Reconnections is a book which celebrates reunion, adoption, and connection to families, both birth families and adoptive families. Kathy and I have done readings of this book throughout the U.S. with the hope of encouraging and supporting birth moms to "come out of the shadows" and adoptees to follow their dreams. Reconnections is a poignant, upbeat and honest memoir that we hope you'll enjoy.

Mary Bradford Clark has opened her heart and soul in writing this first person account of her own teen pregnancy and her decision to give her baby up for adoption in the late 1960's. The years of doubt and regret are dissipated when her "lost" adult daughter finds her and they reconnect and find a missing piece in each of their lives. The book is remarkably open and touching and is a must for all who are considering their options when they find themselves unexpectedly pregnant, as well as for those considering adopting a child.
As a psychiatrist, I recommend this book to many of my patients.
"Reconnections" speaks to all of us about loss and redemption.
Highly Recommended.

Robert I, Fink, MD

The real stories of people's lives are often more inspirational, meaningful, and heartfelt than fiction could ever be. The journey taken by Mary and Kathy is a compelling portrait of a mother and daughter finding themselves in their "Reconnection" with each other. This well-written autobiography brings the reader the personal perspective of birthparent and adoptee. The shame and mystery of adoption is lifted in this revealing, honest book. Life is to be celebrated as a joyful reunion leads to love and acceptance.

This book is very touching. I couldn't put the book down and cried several times from sadness but also joy! Among the healing that is portrayed, there are several underlying stories that are realistic but also very unkown to many people. I would reccommend this book definately!