Finding Marjorie King
A daughter's journey to discover her mother's identity
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Publisher Description
Who was Marjorie King? Her daughter, Jennifer, needed to know. Why did her beautiful, funny, shy mother never speak about her past? Where was her Mum’s family?
They were Jennifer’s family, too. A framed portrait revealed a stunning young Asian woman. But there were no images of Marjorie as a child. And while there was a steady stream of relatives from Jennifer’s father’s family to their Swan Valley farm, from her mother’s side there was only silence. What was her secret?
As Jennifer grew older, she began recording the little information her mother shared, always reluctantly and often through tears. Just down the road, her childhood friend Cheryl was surrounded by family history. Her interest in genealogy, writing and research would inevitably find her drawn in to this compelling mystery.
Then a wedding, two christenings and another wedding – 20 years after the first, led to a new connection. That bond would prove vital in a chain of events which, against all odds and after almost a lifetime of searching, would shine the light on Jennifer’s way home.
Customer Reviews
Literary genius
Well it is 10.30 and since 5.30 I have been lying in bed reading your amazing story... unable to put it down! I have finished the search for Marj and thoroughly enjoyed the journey through time. It is an amazing testament to friendship love and family. The binds that tie us through generations. At times I found myself snickering at the humour of young and adventurous friends, in my head I hear your voices and feel your enthusiasm for the chase and disappointment at the road blocks. I have been moved to tears at many points. However, I thoroughly enjoyed the journey you have both taken me on through this amazing piece of literature, not only is this an amazing story of a daughter's determination but of a loyal friends selfless commitment to another's happiness and peace. Looking forward to the next book!