5 Stars - a heart wrenching, emotional and haunting read!

"But the love of sisters needs no words. It does not depend on memories, or mementos, or proof. It runs as deep as a heartbeat. It is as ever present as a pulse."

This book - how can I put in to words how it made me feel? It basically tore my heart into a million pieces but also filled it at the same time. How is that even possible? The answer is actually quite simple - the Foss children. Their tale was one of unimaginable loss and hardship yet it was also one of incredible love, hope and strength.

This story was powerful and I loved the way it unfolded in alternating voices and time periods. It was the perfect blend of past & present.

The fact that it's based on the true story of the Tennessee Children's Home Society and Georgia Tann makes it all the more powerful. I knew these characters were fictional BUT they were sharing a very horrific reality of many children and families and I was very aware of that as I read this story. It haunted me, touched me deeply and made reading this book such a moving and emotional experience. This one will stay with me for a long time to come & I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it as a "must read". Now to pick up the pieces of my shattered heart & put it back together.