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The Dream Daughter by Diane Chamberlain
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it was amazing
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5 Stars!!!!!

I have been reading Diane Chamberlain’s books for many years and I am always excited when a new book is going to be released. Needless to say, I was thrilled to have the opportunity to read an early copy of � The Dream Daughter �.

I think that the blurb for this book is very well written. It doesn’t give all the good stuff away, and I promise I won’t either. I didn’t know very much going into this novel and I’m glad it worked out that way.

The story begins in 1970. Twenty-six-year-old Caroline (Carly) Sears has just been told that the baby she’s carrying has a heart defect. Carly has already been through so much in the last year. So when she learns that it’s unlikely that anything can be done to help her baby, she is devastated. This baby means everything to Carly.

Thankfully she has the support of her sister, Patti and brother in law, Hunter. Hunter came to be a part of their family just a few years before. He is a physicist and he feels he can help Carly and her baby. He desperately wants to help her. But what Hunter tells Carly sounds unbelievable. At first, she wonders if he’s teasing her�.and then she wonders if he’s lost his mind.

However, Carly will do anything if it means there is even the smallest possibility of saving her unborn child.

Wow! I LOVED this novel. I hated putting it down. But as I got close to the end, I started slowing down. I really didn’t want it to be over yet. I’m so thankful that I have a mother who will let me go on and on about the books I’m reading. But this time she asked me to stop sharing what was happening�. I got her hooked and now she wants to read it herself.

I will be honest; there was a moment or two near the beginning where I wondered if this book might not be for me. I wasn’t sure how I felt about the direction the story was taking. But I shouldn’t have worried as before I knew it, I was completely engrossed in the story.

I have so much respect for Diane Chamberlain. She takes chances and pushes the boundaries with her writing. This novel crosses genres that I never expected. � The Dream Daughter � is a wonderful story about love, family, courage, and the unbelievable power of a mother’s love.

In my opinion, this was definitely another home run by Diane Chamberlain. The unique story captured my imagination and all of the characters captured my heart. I highly recommend this novel, and I really hope that everyone who reads it loves it as much as I do.

I'd like to thank St. Martin’s Press for giving me the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my honest review.
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Reading Progress

February 8, 2018 – Shelved
February 10, 2018 –
page 100
26.04% "I'm hooked!!!!"
February 16, 2018 –
page 208
54.17%
Started Reading
February 26, 2018 – Finished Reading

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Deanna Victoria wrote: "I've not read anything from this author, but your cup runneth over with enthusiasm and into mine."

I hope you try one out, Victoria. I would love to hear your thoughts!!

Camie wrote: "Diane Chamberlain is a favorite. Thanks for bring this to my attention !!"

I hope that you enjoy it, Camie!!!


Deanna Bianca wrote: "Another terrific review. Chamberlain is such a prolific writer."
Christina wrote: "Wonderful review, sounds like a good one!"
Megan wrote: "Oooh, this sounds fantastic !! Terrific review Deanna 😍"
Hajar wrote: "Terrific review, Deanna! So glad you loved it :)"


Thank you, Bianca, Christina, and Megan, and Hajar! Was such a great read!


Amanda - Mrs B's Book Reviews Wow! I can't wait to read this one. Very well reviewed Deanna :-)


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Maureen Fantastic review, Deanna! I’ve read many of Diane’s books and loved them. This is one I’m adding to my tbr right now!


Deanna Amanda - wrote: "Wow! I can't wait to read this one. Very well reviewed Deanna :-)"
Thanks, Amanda :) I hope you like it!

Maureen wrote: "Fantastic review, Deanna! I’ve read many of Diane’s books and loved them. This is one I’m adding to my tbr right now!"

Thank you, Maureen!! :) I think you might enjoy this one too!! :)


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Louise Wilson Good review Deanna!


Deanna Louise wrote: "Good review Deanna!"

Thank you, Louise!! :)


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Melanie Amazing review, love! 💖xx


Anne ✨ Finds Joy Great review, Deanna!! This book sounds great, adding to my TBR!


Deanna Melanie wrote: "Amazing review, love! 💖xx"
Thanks, Melanie :)

Anne wrote: "Great review, Deanna!! This book sounds great, adding to my TBR!"
Thank you, Anne! I hope you enjoy it too!!

ReadAlong With Sue wrote: "One of my fav authors"
She really is great!! :)


Catherine Faulkenburg I cannot wait for this one. I keep stalking Netgalley for it, as I was approved for The Stolen Marriage last year. Fingers crossed.


Vlada The words about the author pushing the boundaries and you briefly thinking that the book might not be for you had me intrigued, Deanna. :) I definitely need to check it out!


Deanna Catherine wrote: "I cannot wait for this one. I keep stalking Netgalley for it, as I was approved for The Stolen Marriage last year. Fingers crossed."

I hope it is up soon! Crossing my fingers for you :)

Vlada wrote: "The words about the author pushing the boundaries and you briefly thinking that the book might not be for you had me intrigued, Deanna. :) I definitely need to check it out!"

I hope you check it out and that you enjoy it too :)


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Arah-Lynda I think that it is wonderful that you get to share your reading experiences with your Mother, Deanna. My daughter and I yammer on about books as well and she has led me to some great reads. Excellent review.


Mary Beth Excellent review, Deanna! Looking forward to reading this one.


Deanna Hajar wrote: "Magnificent review, Deanna! So glad you loved it🌺"
Thank you, Hajar!! :)

Arah-Lynda wrote: "I think that it is wonderful that you get to share your reading experiences with your Mother, Deanna. My daughter and I yammer on about books as well and she has led me to some great reads. Excelle..."
Thanks, Arah-Lynda! Isn't it nice to be able to share our love of reading? I love it :)

Mary wrote: "Excellent review, Deanna! Looking forward to reading this one."

Thanks, Mary! I hope you enjoy it too!!


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Dana Nice review, Dee! :D


message 69: by Laura (new)

Laura Wonderful review, Deanna :)


message 70: by Rosangela (new)

Rosangela Loved your review Deanna. Really great.
I understand it, that you "started slowing down" because you didn't want it to be over. It's only happen with the powerful stories.


message 71: by Lisa (new) - rated it 5 stars

Lisa Fabulous review!


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Dash fan Fab review Deanna 💕


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Rachel Great review! Now I really want to read this book.


Deanna Lisa wrote: "Fabulous review!"

Dash fan wrote: "Fab review Deanna 💕"

Rachel wrote: "Great review! Now I really want to read this book."

Thanks, Lisa, Dash and Rachel!!

Rosangela wrote: "Loved your review Deanna. Really great.
I understand it, that you "started slowing down" because you didn't want it to be over. It's only happen with the powerful stories."


Thank you!
It was hard to close the book after it was over! I loved it! :)

Laura wrote: "Wonderful review, Deanna :)"

thanks, Laura! :)


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Cathy Branciforte Great review Deanna! I just started this and I think I may be feeling like you described you you felt in the beginning. I have read and loved all of Diane Chamberlains books, but am not sure about continuing with this yet your review is so compelling. I don’t want to spoil it for anyone, but I’ll give it a little more time just because it’s Diane Chanberlain and ‘cuz you said so!


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Louise Wilson Fantastic review, Deanna!!


Christine Fabulously enthusiastic review, D! I loved it too.


Deanna Cathy wrote: "Great review Deanna! I just started this and I think I may be feeling like you described you you felt in the beginning. I have read and loved all of Diane Chamberlains books, but am not sure about ..."

I hope it ends up working out for you, Cathy!! :)

Louise wrote: "Fantastic review, Deanna!!"

Thanks, Louise!

Christine wrote: "Fabulously enthusiastic review, D! I loved it too."

Thank you, Christine! I'm glad you enjoyed it too! I love your review <3


Carol Super review Deanna! Such a great read!


debbicat *made of stardust* Yay! I am to start this soon. Glad it was a good one for you.


Deanna Carol wrote: "Super review Deanna! Such a great read!"

Thank you, Carol!

Enchantress debbicat � wrote: "Yay! I am to start this soon. Glad it was a good one for you."

Thanks, ED!!! I hope you enjoy it too!!


Deanna Nicola wrote: "Can you believe Deanna I have about 8 of her books I’ve not yet got too. I really wish I had more time to read all the great books I’ve got stacked up.I loved your review it’s such a lovely feeling..."

Ohh I'm jealous! I have read all but one of her books. I really hope that you have time to read some of them and that you really enjoy.
I hope you have a great weekend with lots of great reads Nicola <3


Jessica I'm right in the middle of this one! I wish the world could stop so I could finish it tonight!


Deanna Jessica wrote: "I'm right in the middle of this one! I wish the world could stop so I could finish it tonight!"

I'm glad you enjoyed it, Jessica! Such a great book!! :)


Renee (itsbooktalk) I just finished this and loved it! I remember requesting it after reading your awesome review Deanna so thanks! This is my first book by her...what others did you love?


Deanna Renee (itsbooktalk.com) wrote: "I just finished this and loved it! I remember requesting it after reading your awesome review Deanna so thanks! This is my first book by her...what others did you love?"

Thank you so much, Renee! You are so kind <3 I'm so glad that you loved it too!!
I hope you do read more of her books. Another one of my favorites is "Necessary Lies". I think you would really like that one. I also really liked "The Secret Life of CeeCee Wilkes" and "The Midwife's Confession". I hope you find another great one! <3


Renee (itsbooktalk) Thanks for the recommendations!!


Deanna Renee (itsbooktalk.com) wrote: "Thanks for the recommendations!!"

No problem! I look forward to hearing what you think of her other books too :)


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Kerry Based on your review I read this ahead of Jodi Picoult’s new book and I’m very glad I did. Your review is 100% spot on. Thank you for not giving anything away and for the mention of struggling the first few chapters. This book was absolutely incredible and wrapped up beautifully.


Deanna Kerry wrote: "Based on your review I read this ahead of Jodi Picoult’s new book and I’m very glad I did. Your review is 100% spot on. Thank you for not giving anything away and for the mention of struggling the ..."

I'm so glad you enjoyed it and I really appreciate your kind comments, Kerry! This book really was incredible and is definitely one of my favorites.
I hope you enjoy the JP book too. I'm halfway through and really enjoying it! :)
Happy reading!!


debra So- I told my OverDrive that Deanna, of GR fame, really liked this to the tune of 5 *s and 5 ! s, and maybe they wanted to move on this. They replied "Done", and now it's almost mine.
Happy are I! <3


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Amanda Terrific review, Deanna! I look forward to reading this author and this novel after reading your review. Loved the fact that you can share book discussions with your mom. My kids are the ones that have to listen to me about my books.


Deanna Amanda wrote: "Terrific review, Deanna! I look forward to reading this author and this novel after reading your review. Loved the fact that you can share book discussions with your mom. My kids are the ones that ..."

Thank you, Amanda! I really hope you read this and enjoy it! I'd love to hear what you think. I do love sharing with my mom and my daughter too. I think it's great that you share it with your kids :) <3

debra wrote: "So- I told my OverDrive that Deanna, of GR fame, really liked this to the tune of 5 *s and 5 ! s, and maybe they wanted to move on this. They replied "Done", and now it's almost mine.
Happy are I! <3"


AWw you are the best <3 I'm excited for you to read it but nervous too. I really hope you like it! xoxoxo i <3i


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Jen Brodehl I can’t wait to read this one!!! Great review as always!!😍


debra Deanna wrote: "Amanda wrote: "Terrific review, Deanna! I look forward to reading this author and this novel after reading your review. Loved the fact that you can share book discussions with your mom. My kids are..."

Nervous???? If I don't like it- then obviously I will have read it wrong xx


Deanna Jen wrote: "I can’t wait to read this one!!! Great review as always!!😍"

Thanks so much, Jen!!

I look forward to hearing what you think of it!

debra wrote: "Deanna wrote: "Amanda wrote: "Terrific review, Deanna! I look forward to reading this author and this novel after reading your review. Loved the fact that you can share book discussions with your m..."

<3i
xoxo


Lana The Real Lost Mermaid Just won this in a giveaway and can’t wait to read it


Tammy Beautiful review Deanna!!


Deanna LostMermaid wrote: "Just won this in a giveaway and can’t wait to read it"
Thank you! I hope you love it :)

Tammy wrote: "Beautiful review Deanna!!"

Thank you, Tammy!!


message 100: by Jen (new) - rated it 5 stars

Jen Brodehl I LOVED this one Deanna!!! Just finished. I found another amazing author because of YOU and I’m so grateful!! Can’t wait to read more of her books!! I’m thinking about you and hope you are feeling ok. 💜😘


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