The Dream Daughter by Diane Chamberlain tells the story of Carly Sears, a widow in 1970 who has just learned that her unborn child has a fatal heart defect. Just when all hope seems to be lost, her brother-in-law, Hunter, tells her he may be able to help -- but his suggestion will force Carly to forget everything she things she knows about him and her world, as well as to take a big leap of faith in order to save her daughter.
This book is a moving story about how far a mother will go to protect her child. At times, the main character Carly, could come across as about grating and frustrating, but overall, you find yourself rooting for her and her daughter, Johanna and get caught up in the risk of what she is trying to do.
This book is a moving story about how far a mother will go to protect her child. At times, the main character Carly, could come across as about grating and frustrating, but overall, you find yourself rooting for her and her daughter, Johanna and get caught up in the risk of what she is trying to do.