The Memory Keeper's Daughter by Kim Edwards - Used Paperback

The Memory Keeper's Daughter by Kim Edwards is a family saga about a secret that shapes two families over twenty-five years. This used paperback is in acceptable condition, a choice for readers drawn to historical fiction, complicated family relationships, and stories of forgiveness.

One decision, two families, decades of secrets

During a winter blizzard in 1964, Dr. David Henry makes a life-changing decision: he asks his nurse to take away his newborn daughter, who has Down syndrome. Caroline instead raises the girl in another city, building a life apart from the family the child was born into.

As David and his wife Norah live with the consequences of that night, their daughter's separate life unfolds. Across the years, buried truths challenge the meaning of love, protection, and honesty.

Settle in for an emotional story that invites reflection on the choices families make and the truths they leave unspoken.

Book details

• Title: The Memory Keeper's Daughter
• Author: Kim Edwards
• Format: Paperback
• Condition: Used, acceptable
• Genre: Historical fiction and family saga
• Time period: Begins in 1964 and spans twenty-five years
• Themes: Family secrets, identity, love, and forgiveness

Frequently asked questions

What is The Memory Keeper's Daughter about?

A doctor's decision to separate his newborn daughter from her family sets two families on different paths, with consequences that unfold over decades.

Who wrote The Memory Keeper's Daughter?

The Memory Keeper's Daughter is a novel by Kim Edwards.

Is this copy new or used?

This is a used copy in acceptable condition.

Is this a paperback or hardcover?

This listing is for a paperback copy.