The Memory Keeper’s Daughter
The Memory Keeper’s Daughter by Kim Edwards is a poignant exploration of family secrets and the complexities of love. Published by Penguin Books Limited on December 2, 2010, this reprint edition spans 416 pages and is presented in English. The narrative begins with what should be a joyous occasion—the birth of twins—but takes a dramatic turn when Dr. David Henry makes a life-altering decision regarding his daughter, who has Down’s syndrome. This choice sets off a chain of events that profoundly impacts the lives of all involved.
Readers will find a deep examination of the emotional turmoil that arises from hidden truths and the struggle for acceptance. As the story unfolds, it delves into the lives of David’s family and the nurse entrusted with the care of his daughter, revealing how grief and betrayal shape their paths. The themes of family dynamics and the quest for identity are intricately woven throughout the narrative, offering insight into the characters’ journeys. This edition also includes the first chapter of Kim Edwards’ new novel, The Lake of Dreams.
Official synopsis Publisher
Families have secrets they hide even from themselves… It should have been an ordinary birth, the start of an ordinary happy family. But the night Dr David Henry delivers his wife’s twins is a night that will haunt five lives for ever. For though David’s son is a healthy boy, his daughter has Down’s syndrome. And, in a shocking act of betrayal whose consequences only time will reveal, he tells his wife their daughter died while secretly entrusting her care to a nurse. As grief quietly tears apart David’s family, so a little girl must make her own way in the world as best she can. This also includes the first chapter of Kim Edwards’ new novel The Lake of Dreams (Viking 2011).
FAQ
What is “The Memory Keeper’s Daughter” about?
Who is the author of “The Memory Keeper’s Daughter”?
When was “The Memory Keeper’s Daughter” published?
What is the ISBN for “The Memory Keeper’s Daughter”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
