Nature of Small Birds
A Novel
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3.5 • 4 Ratings
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Publisher Description
"Finkbeiner has deftly written this narrative of ordinary people finding their way, set against a backdrop of global upheaval and war; the characters are realistic and vibrant. Readers looking for realist family stories with a subtle thread of faith . . .will want to read Finkbeiner's latest."--Library Journal starred review
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In 1975, three thousand children were airlifted out of Saigon to be adopted into Western homes. When Mindy, one of those children, announces her plans to return to Vietnam to find her birth mother, her loving adopted family is suddenly thrown back to the events surrounding her unconventional arrival in their lives.
Though her father supports Mindy's desire to meet her family of origin, he struggles privately with an unsettling fear that he'll lose the daughter he's poured his heart into. Mindy's mother undergoes the emotional rollercoaster inherent in the adoption of a child from a war-torn country, discovering the joy hidden amid the difficulties. And Mindy's sister helps her sort through relics that whisper of the effect the trauma of war has had on their family--but also speak of the beauty of overcoming.
Told through three strong voices in three compelling timelines, The Nature of Small Birds is a hopeful story that explores the meaning of family far beyond genetic code.
"A balanced story that's rich with nuance and gentle emotions."--Foreword Reviews
"Readers who enjoy the work of Karen Kingsbury will want to take a look."--Publishers Weekly
Customer Reviews
Epic story
This book was a surprise for me. I had an idea what I expected it to be, but it was so much more. Full of true and wonderful relationship dynamics from three viewpoints I became a part of the Matthews family.
Bruce is a man who loves his family unconditionally, a man of character and conviction. His care for his family shines through every word of his perspective.
Linda is a mom with a great capacity to give her full heart to each member of her family, and still have more to give.
Sonny literally jumps off the pages with her energy and just a little bit of snark. She is sometimes abrasive, but loves fiercely. You just can’t help but to love her in return.
The poetic bird references brought a cohesion to the story, adding to the overall emotional feel to the book.
The characters came alive on the pages, each with their own unique personality, yet bound together by a thread of love so strong nothing could break it.
Though not overtly religious, the lives of the characters showed a deep abiding faith as they walked through triumphs and difficulties.
I loved this book and look forward to more from this author.
I received a copy of this book courtesy of Revell a division of Baker Publishing Group through NetGalley. This is my honest review.