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Kim Edwards
The Memory Keeper's Daughter
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"The Memory Keeper's Daughter" by Kim Edwards is a gripping and emotional novel that explores the far-reaching consequences of one decision made in a moment of crisis. The story begins in 1964, when Dr. David Henry is delivering his own twins during a snowstorm. His daughter, Phoebe, is born healthy, but his son, Paul, has Down syndrome. In a split second, David makes a decision that will forever alter the course of his life and the lives of his family: he asks the nurse, Caroline, to take Paul to an institution, telling his wife Norah that their son was stillborn. Caroline, who has always wanted a child of her own, cannot bring herself to abandon Paul and decides to raise him as her own. Meanwhile, David and Norah's marriage begins to unravel as Norah struggles to come to terms with the loss of her son, and David becomes increasingly distant and preoccupied with his own guilt. The novel spans several decades, following the lives of David, Norah, Caroline, and Phoebe as they each grapple with the secrets and lies that have shaped their lives. As the characters confront their pasts and forge their own paths, they are forced to confront the question of what it means to be a family, and what truly makes a person worthy of love. Edwards' writing is both lyrical and precise, capturing the complex emotions and nuanced relationships between the characters with depth and sensitivity. The novel raises thought-provoking questions about morality, identity, and the power of memory, and is sure to leave a lasting impression on readers long after they have turned the final page. Overall, "The Memory Keeper's Daughter" is a powerful and moving exploration of the human condition, and a testament to the enduring power of love and forgiveness. It is a must-read for fans of literary fiction and anyone looking for a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant novel...
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