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Secret Daughter

Written by: Shilpi Somaya Gowda
Narrated by: Soneela Nankani
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Publisher's Summary

Debut novelist Shilpi Somaya Gowda pens this compelling tale about two families, worlds apart, linked by one Indian child. After giving birth to a girl for a second time, impoverished Kavita must give her up to an orphanage. The baby, named Asha, is adopted by an American doctor and raised in California. But once grown, Asha decides to return to India.

©2010 Shilpi Somaya Gowda (P)2011 Recorded Books, LLC

What the critics say

“Gowda writes with compassion and uncanny perception … while portraying the vibrant traditions, sights, and sounds of modern India.” ( Booklist)

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Multi-layered and rich

I have read this years ago before having children. The second time, listening to it, now as a mother, especially one of an adopted child gave me an entirely new perspective.

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Made me miss my family :(

I've lived away from my family for almost 10 years now and listening to this book made me miss them terribly.

Very well written and narrated and wish it hadn't ended so soon.

Can't wait to get started with one of her other books.

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heartfelt

I found this story as a great heartfelt story about a girl adopted by doctors and learning about her family while living with her family in India

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Loved all of it

Not knowing much about India and it's people and customs, I have enjoyed this book tremendously. Very well written and narrated.

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Must listen…

Terrific story. My heart was filled. Enjoyed so much. Family is more than blood and strong because of biological connection

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Just ok

It was ok, I found it kinda boring. I seemed like there wasnt really a climax. It was written well and the speaker was good.

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Well narrated and great book

I realized right away that I had read this book years ago but forgot many details and listened anyways. It is a lovely book and well read.

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Loved !!!

This book made me want to visit India! Most important, it awakens you to a sad reality happening with girls. Beautifully narrated! I finished this book in three days!

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Wonderful

the author brings family love and cultural differences together. the narrator brings it to life! Love it!

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Amazing, just amazing.

A rollercoaster of emotions as I listened to this story unfold. The author does a beautiful job of presenting the perspectives of the characters, especially the female characters. There's so much rich content for audiences to delve into conversations about culture, gender, immigration, migration, and so much more. Really beautifully done!

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