Published: April 9, 2013 | St. Martin’s Press | 272 pages
Told in alternating time periods, And Then I Found You is a gem of a novel. Kate is struggling with commitment to her current beau even after four years of dating. The crux of the relationship is that Kate’s heart belongs to the little girl she gave up for adoption thirteen years prior and to the man who fathered her child, Jack. From the tender age of fourteen, Kate and Jack fell in love but never fell back out. Kate’s choices prevented the relationship from lasting and the consequences to both of their choices are far-reaching.
Although at times Kate was a frustrating character and I could not relate to the choices she made, there were other moments when her love for family, her best friend and the job she chose made her a likeable character. The supporting cast of characters were the real gems of the novel from Norah, Kate’s best friend since 3rd grade to Lida the girl Kate continues to try to save.
A novel of first loves, forgiveness, family and choices. Recommended for anyone who is a sister, a best friend or has given the gift of adoption.
Patti Callahan Henry gave a personal, in-depth interview to The Novel Life sharing the inspiration to And Then I Found You. You can read the story behind the story here.
Happy Reading!
