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“This is a book that should be required reading for anyone that has been adopted, has adopted a child or put a child up for adoption, as well as the people that love them. I can’t even tell you the last time I completed a book in 24 hours.
After reading this wonderful book I’m even more encouraged to meet some of my birth family in person. Thank you for a wonderful,, heartfelt book that I will always hold in my heart.”
—Nicole Taylor, Goodreads
Great Heartfelt Story!
I read this book in one Saturday sitting. It is a well written, beautiful story about a woman who begins a search for her biological family’s health information without realizing how much finding this information and finding her sister will ultimately mean to her. Although she runs into some disappointments along the way, several things fall into place in a way that can only suggest divine intervention. I loved this sweet story and think it would make a great movie!
—Kelly Foster, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2022
Such an amazing story
Kathy is such a talented writer, and it shows in this very intriguing story of “Accidental Sisters”.
I’m not an avid reader but this one caught my attention from the very beginning and didn’t let go until the end. I highly recommend it.
—Libby Tillman, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2023
Perfect read for plane, beach, or snow day!
Don’t start this book when you have to be somewhere in 15 minutes because you will be late! Once you start Accidental Sisters, you will want to know all the answers as much as Kathe did. Fortunately, it won’t take you near as long to learn them as it did for her! Are you taking a long plane ride soon? Planning to spend a day on the beach? Might get caught in a snowpocalypse? This is the book for you because you won’t want to put it down until you find out all the whys and how’s. Perfect companion for lovers of mysteries, love stories, and yes, even faith-based miracles. Pick it up, and you’ll see why.
—Cindy Woods, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2023
Thoughtful and real
Kathe Caire has a firm grasp on her subject matter and her own enthusiastic voice in telling this time appropriate and wonderful story. Caire, in her book, Accidental Sisters, recognizes the confluence of chance, courage, and grace in matters that are in keeping with modern means of discovering who we are, where we come from, and in redefining ourselves in ways that are relatively new. But it is a brave writer who will use those technologies to explore a deep and potentially painful unknown. Caire found both and has left us with a thought-provoking true story with a delightfully happy ending.
—Karin B., 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2023
Heartwarming & enlightening – a cannot put down read!
Enjoyed this book on several layers. It is family & informative & spiritual. Kathe has a way of putting you into that place & time as if you are really there. Put this on your reading list & enjoy it. I certainly did!
—Kenny Oakes, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2023
An incredible & beautiful story
Kathe does such a wonderful job portraying all phases of her life story. Her story and her remarkable ability to describe it leave you not wanting to put the book down. It’s beautifully written! The sentiments and responses of Kathe, her family and all those involved in her life is heart-warming. It’s such a moving and beautiful story of how lives are changed and blessed through adoption.
—Mac, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2023
WOW
I don’t really read books. A friend recommended this one and I decided to give it a try. I couldn’t put it down. The story is riveting and the author is a polished story-teller/writer. Don’t pass this one up.
—Naturopath, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2023
Memorable Memoir
Having never experienced adoption, Caire’s writing easily conveys to the reader the ups and downs of her adopted journey. She provides intimate details from her life resulting in a memorable memoir. The author also includes letters, notes, photos, and stories from important sources. At times, I could feel my heart beating faster with each revealing piece of information that was dug up.
Upon completion of this book, I can surely feel the love between two sisters who never dreamed of a shared life together. This story will live within the heart of any reader. I highly recommend experiencing the love, happiness, and adventure of Accidental Sisters.
—Caitlin Smith, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2023
Warm and wonderful!
This book provides the same constant uplifting feelings of “Call the Midwife” – both celebrate the gift of life and the gift of being alive and how love really does win in the end. Kathe is an awesome writer – honest and interesting always – I feel like I’m sitting at her kitchen table sharing a cup of coffee as she tells me her life-changing tale. “Accidental Sisters” was always hard to put down! (Like “Call the Midwife” is hard to turn off….). Thanks so much, Kathe, for sharing your warm and winning journey with us!
—Jane V., 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2023
A great read!
What a heartfelt book! It all started with a simple desire to have more medical history for her daughters, and it led to a greater discovery of an extended family! Kathe did a great job taking me on each step of this adventure. A great book!
—ahb, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2022
A Story of Hope and Love
I so enjoyed this book. I had never known anyone who was adopted, so this beautifully written story opened my mind and heart. The author’s quest to find her birth mother was one of fervor but also tempered with patience and love. The serendipitous discovery of her sister and their close bond today will warm your heart. This would be a great Christmas read for anyone. Enjoy.
—Debra Jackson, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2022
YOU WILL BE UPLIFTED
This is an intimate but true story of family. Adoptions do not always work out so happily, but this is a moving and entertaining account of a very successful adoption followed 50 years later by an unexpected very successful reunion with an unknown biological sister.
—Nancy MacLean, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2022
If you want a reason to smile
A great read that left me feeling uplifted and hopeful about how life unfolds in unexpected ways and what can happen when we recognize coincidences hiding in plain sight.
—Amazon Customer, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2022
Adoption, a great story
Unfortunately, the dynamics of adoption remain a mystery to many. This book, wonderfully written, provides great insight to the three parties of any adoption: the biological parent, the adoptive parents, and the adoptee. It is emotional, as it should be, but ultimately it is about the strength and the love of family, regardless of how that family has been assembled.
—TD, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2022
A positive story about adoption, love, and family
I was so moved by the conversations that Kathe had with her dad prior to his death. You could feel the closeness that they shared and how much they loved and cherished each other. His description of “my Lord” was beautiful and what a special moment for Kathe to experience with her dad. For her to know that he was going to his heavenly home had to bring her peace despite his pending death. There was so much love and compassion throughout the book. I enjoyed it so much!
—Amazon Customer, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2022
A search for her medical history brings this woman many blessings.
Great book on family, reconnection and the blessing of adoption. Well written and so full of love and hope. If you enjoy true stories this one will encourage you about people and relationships. I highly recommend you get a copy.
—Cile C., 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2022
This was a heartwarming story!
Kathe had shared with me that she was adopted as we got to know each other. Then she shared bits of her journey about wanting to know about her health history for her girls as they were now all adults. Later she shared that she had found the most interesting, exciting, and unnerving information…she had a sister!! This book shared the most lovely heartwarming story of a journey uncovering her life history and being rewarded with a sister and creating a loving relationship. You go through so many emotions and need to have tissue close by! So enjoyed it!
—Joy, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2022
I Laughed; I Cried; I Smiled
Bravo Kathe for a well written book about your adoption. The raw honesty and the crafting of the true story spanning 50 years made for a beautiful read.
—Amazon Customer, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2022
A great book, warm and easy to read. Perfect narrative will convey all the emotions!
My husband Cristian had the opportunity to meet Mrs. Kathie and hear part of the book directly from her. My husband came home with the book autographed by the author and telling me part of the story of her adoption and how Mrs. Kathe, after 52 years and after some signs and connections, decides to undertake the search for her biological past, taking her to the meeting with her biological sister…Now my husband and I are both reading the book. It is a great story, with a chronological narrative of the events that makes you immerse yourself in the book, it shows the unconditional love that adoptive parents are willing to give, the narrative of the book shows you how important family values are in your life. Mrs Kathe has written the book in such detail that you will become a part of her story as you read it. Faith, love, gratitude, emotions, search, connections, it is a warm book that we must read!
—Angelica Lopez, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2022
Such a Heartfelt Labor of Love!
This book grabbed me from the very beginning. The progression from Kathe beginning her journey to the outcome touched on every emotion possible – curiosity, wonder, knowledge, hope and ending with love. I recommend this book for anyone who embraces their family.
—Dog Lover, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2022
Tugs at your heart strings
From beginning to end, Kathe’s story takes the reader on an emotional, raw and beautiful journey as she navigates the sometimes-unbelievable path life has revealed to her. I read the book in a day and will pass it on to my friends and family! You need not be a child of adoption, to appreciate and feel the many emotions Kathe’s story takes you on. A wonderfully beautiful and heartwarming story!
—Sue McKone, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2022
Well-written, heart-warming book
This book and the process it describes is a treasure. Although Kathe had been blessed with a wonderful adoptive family, she unintentionally found herself grappling with the difficult questions of “who am I” and what constitutes family. She opened her heart and allowed herself to embrace a relationship with her newly discovered sister. Kathe describes her investigative and emotional journey brilliantly. This book is a must read!!!
—Gigi, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2022
A beautiful adoption story.
This book and the process it describes is a treasure. Although Kathe had been blessed with a wonderful adoptive family, she unintentionally found herself grappling with the difficult questions of “who am I” and what constitutes family. She opened her heart and allowed herself to embrace a relationship with her newly discovered sister. Kathe describes her investigative and emotional journey brilliantly. This book is a must read!!!
—Belinda B Storie, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2022
A MUST READ
Accidental Sisters is a wonderful story of two sisters finding each other. Kathe, who is adopted, went on a journey of finding her biological family for medical reasons only. It turned into a a fabulous journey with many twists and turns and a great page turner.
—Linda West, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2022
You’ll be one of Kathe’s fans after reading this great story.
A true life account of Kathe’s amazing journey of discovery. Such an uplifting memoir about her relationship with the family she knows and loves and how surprising events led her to connect to her past. You’ll find it hard to put down.
—Susan G., 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2022
Fascinating Story about a Serendipitous Journey that Brough Family Together
This book was easy to like and hard to put down. It is a fascinating story that illustrates the connectedness of life and why being open to learning more about your family story can point you down paths you didn’t even know existed. I especially liked the chapter at the end where the author did a great job presenting insights into the birth mother’s perspective at the time, she gave her baby up for adoption. Highly recommend this great read!
—Amazon Customer, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2022
Beautiful Story of Adoption
Kathe’s journey to find some health information about her birth parents turns into so much more. Her faith and some providential luck help her find her half-sister who is now one of her best friends. It’s such an inspiration to hear her talk about her love for the parents who raised her who she considers her real parents. While she never got to meet her birth mother, Kathe receives the gift of her journals giving her a glimpse into what her birth mom was like. Have a few tissues ready when you read this book.
—libpat, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2022
Part detective story, part love story.
Part detective story and part love story. I enjoyed reading this book and following the leads as Kathe becomes part of a new family, that before her quest for genetic medical information, she never missed or even knew about. Her search for information started as a simple question, but became somewhat of an obsession as she found out more and more. Her mother’s diary, and Kathe’s retelling of it, provides a surprise story inside the book. And the love part…. That is the human search for connection.
—Amazon Customer, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2022
Touching and True
What a beautiful account of discovering Kathe’s birth sister and her birth family. Katherine Linn Caire perseveres with integrity and grace through each relationship she encounters as she discovered her biological past. God’s hand is eminent throughout. Accidental Sisters is a reminder and inspiration to revitalize relationships at any age.
—Stacy & Steve Selbo, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United State on October 27. 2022
A Unique Perspective
I try not to take for granted that I have amazing parents who continue to create a wonderful life for our family. But Kathe’s book provided a unique perspective on why all of us fortunate enough to never have to wonder where we came from should appreciate that gift. I really hadn’t given enough thought as to what it must be like to not have a “real” birth certificate or what other people are wandering the planet that share my genes.
Kathe is an exceptional writer who tells a heartfelt and engaging story, she is brutally honest about the roller coaster ride of her journey. I read the book with a box of Kleenex in one hand because of both the joys and the sorrows she writes about so beautifully.
I highly recommend this book as an engaging read but also as a way to consider a different view of your own life.
—Amazon Customer, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2022
Captivating!
Accidental Sisters is an uplifting memoir that captivates you throughout! It may have started out “accidentally”, but the author tells the story in such a beautiful way that you see the many “God winks” taking place that eventually brought about the union of two sisters. A wonderful heartfelt book!
—Sandy Binkley, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2022
Accidental Sisters touches the heart!
Kathe’s courageous search for the details of her birth parents’ health history turns into a beautiful journey with unexpected discoveries that thread her deep love for her adoptive parents throughout. The events that transpire along the way are unimaginable and make this book so hard to put down. Kathe’s story is not a typical adoption story and one that touches deeply on so many levels. Gratitude, love, faith, and family bonds are constants in this heartwarming book. A must read!!!!
—Leslie Wilson, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2022
A MUST READ!
I truly loved reading this beautifully written memoir. Kathe’s childhood sounded so loving and meant to be as God had planned for her. Finding the true sisterhood she rightfully deserved, even if it was so many years later! So happy for you both!
—SouthernRose, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2022
Heartfelt absorbing book. Very easy read. Cannot put down.
I knew a little of Kathe’s story as she shared with me the gift her daughters bought her for Mother’s Day of a search for her birth mother, but the book told so much more. Kathe opened her heart, and her joy in discovering her sister and other extended family came through on every page. Her writing really made me feel a part of the emotions she experienced Thoroughly recommend.
—Nashville dog owner, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2022
A wonderful read
I read this book in almost one sitting. Could not put it down, as I just had to find out Kathe’s story and her discovery of her sister. It had me in tears several times. Kathe, I am so happy for you and your sister that everything worked out so well for you.
—Amazon Customer, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2022
Accidental Sisters is a true story full of emotions
An adopted girl in a wonderful family only wants medical information and after 52 years the whole world has opened up for her. Very inspiring and well written. A true miraculous book.
—Pamela Baucom, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2022
A loving account on a delicate subject
Accidental Sisters is a loving account of one person’s search for the medical history of her birth parents in order to provide the information for her children. A God-Wink occurs and sends the author deeper into her search with newfound curiosity and strength.
I highly recommend this gentle, loving read to those who are adoptees considering a search, birth parents, and adoptive parents. Kathe provides a non-judgmental, all-inclusive overview of the various perspectives of whether to search or not, as well as, kind, loving perspective into why and why not the search and secret reveled is a personal choice for all involved. One person found this helpful.
—Kelly, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2022
Highly recommend
A wonderfully told story of love and faith. The author’s willingness to share her story is amazing.
—Sheryl Baumer, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2022
A must read!
A beautiful touching story and so well written.
—Lisa, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2022
This is a beautifully written, endearing story!
Everyone choosing to read ACCIDENTAL SISTERS will be emotionally richer! It is an endearingly true, heartfelt story of an extraordinary woman, full of appreciation for her life lived, but “Accidently” began a search that enriched HER life and the lives of others and enlarged her family! You will feel as if you are sitting and visiting with author, Kathe Caire, as you read this beautifully written story!
Perhaps you know someone who was adopted or someone who gave up a precious baby. Much of the last century was SO different than today’s world, and this book, a poignant story, was not so unusual. Kathe truly became a researcher and a detective to find the missing puzzle pieces. The completed picture is a masterpiece!! Read and enjoy!
—Mary Lange, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2022
Bravo
Kathe’s book really hits home for a fellow adoptee. I could so relate to the feelings and emotions at every twist and turn.
—Helen Overstreet, 5.0 out of 5 starsH
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2022
Great Heartfelt Story!
I read this book in one Saturday sitting. It is a well written, beautiful story about a woman who begins a search for her biological family’s health information without realizing how much finding this information and finding her sister will ultimately mean to her. Although she runs into some disappointments along the way, several things fall into place in a way that can only suggest divine intervention. I loved this sweet story and think it would make a great movie!
—Kelly Foster, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2022
Accidental cousin
This is my cousin’s story, and she presents it with grace and love. I am so happy that I got to be part of connecting her with all of her family. It has been a blessing to come to know her and to watch the relationship develop with her sister who is also my cousin. Love you both!
This book gives hope and inspiration to anyone who is seeking out their birth families for whatever reason. It shows that it is never too late to go back to your roots.
—Jill Martin, 5.0 out of stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2022
Beautiful story!!
This beautifully written story is about an adult adoptee’s journey of finding her biological sister. She describes the hesitation to search in the first place as she dearly loves her adoptive parents, but because of questions about medical history, she ends up finding out a lot more than she ever dreamed. I highly recommend this book as it is a page turner with a very happy ending.
—SKN, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2022
Emotional, uplifting & personal journey through adoption!
This was a quick read that I started and finished over Labor Day Weekend – my last summer read! Although I have no personal experience with the adoption process, I appreciate Kathe sharing her personal experience. She takes you on an emotional and surprising journey. Wonder where her next book will take us?!
—Lea N., 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2022
God is all over the book
I loved everything about it! You have to read it!
—Margaret Martin, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2022
An intriguing story about adoption and family love
Katherine Carie’s memoir “Accidental Sisters” testifies that a sense of belonging and serendipitous discoveries await adopted children who love with gratitude and inquire with grace. Her story shares the joys lived with her adopted family, a relationship she cherishes with transparency and found that fulfilling those questions about her biological parents did not surface until she had children of her own. Mothering three daughters can change things, and Caire’s memoir explores the power of discovery as she journeys into her past with optimism and mindfulness to learn about herself and the unique bond of sisterhood.
—J Gibbs, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2022
Great story well told!
This positive birth and adoption story is rich with “coincidences” and life affirming goodness. A refreshing, interesting read!
—Wholehearted, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2022
Must read! Incredible story and impressive debut for KLCaire!
Where do I even begin? Kathe does such an incredible job portraying all aspects of her story. The feelings and emotions of her and everyone involved in her adoption process and life is unmatched. It’s such an inspiring and touching story of how lives unfold through adoption. The struggles of some to conceive is far more common than I think most people realize and adoption can be such an incredible journey! Both the story and the author’s incredible ability to narrate it leave you struggling to put the book down. This may be her first book, but there is no doubt that it won’t be her last!
—Amazon Customer, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2022
A Gorgeous Story
Accidental Sisters is a beautiful and heartwarming story of finding family – I was captivated by the writing and it was a joy to experience the journey through the author’s pen. I could read it again and again :)
—Kat McWilliams, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2022
Good
I’m addicted to true life stories such as this. Kathe decided to search for her birth mother at the age of 52 and had several breaks in her search. Her discovering she had a sister was an added bonus. Her story turned out well, when so many like her don’t.
What was most fascinating to me is the hometown Of the birth mother is very close to where I live. The hotel the author stayed at when she visited the town is one I’ve driven past hundreds of times. Finding relatives can be a fraught filled process but fortunately it turned out for the author. Thanks to Books Fluent and NetGalley for the early read.
—J.K., 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2022
Must Read Story
I was lucky enough to read an advance copy of this book and it was absolutely amazing. I have a similar situation in that I discovered I had a half-sister well into my 50s. It has been as perfect a transition as we could have hoped, and I now call her my “bonus” sister. Katherine writes a beautiful story about her relationship with her found sister and it is touching and heartwarming. Highly recommend this book!!!
—Dawne, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2022
A must read!
Accidental Sisters is a memoir about a woman who began searching for her birth mother in hopes of
finding out more about her medical history for herself and her three girls. She had grown up in a loving family with adoptive parents who gave her an extraordinary life. In addition to finding out who her birth mother is, she discovers after 52 years that she has a sister. This inspirational story shows how faith, perseverance and trust in a social worker, Kim, from Catholic Charities, pays off.
This heartfelt story will make you cry! A well-written exploration of the adoption process during the late 1950’s. A must read whether or not you are adopted, this book is for anyone who wants to understand the love, pain, heartbreak, and joy that go along with being adopted.
—Mary-Pat Smith, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2022
Accidental Sisters
This memoir was so moving – a very happy ending to a tough decision made decades ago.
—L Hemp, 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2022
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