This stunning novel begins on a winter night in 1964, when a blizzard forces Dr. David Henry to deliver his own twins. His son, born first, is perfectly healthy, but the doctor immediately recognizes that his daughter has Down syndrome. For motives he tells himself are good, he makes a split-second decision that will haunt all their lives foreve... more »

ISBN-13: 9780143038139
ISBN-10: 0143038133
Publication Date: 2006
Pages: 513
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Currently 3.2/5 Stars.

3.2 stars, based on 31 ratings

Publisher: Penguin Books
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio CD
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Currently 5/5 Stars.

Kathryn G. reviewed The Memory Keeper's Daughter on 6/15/2009 + 3 more book reviews

I don't know how to give a rating, but it would be 5 stars. This book had so much human compassion. All the characters pulled at my heart. I loved the book so much it's one of the few paperbacks I won't list to share!!

Currently 2.5/5 Stars.

Anne Todd O. (forestguardian) reviewed The Memory Keeper's Daughter on 10/8/2007 + 75 more book reviews

Couldn't put this one down!

Currently 2.5/5 Stars.

Amy H. (Amos) reviewed The Memory Keeper's Daughter on 7/30/2007 + 76 more book reviews

I thought this was a good book. There are some great comments on the loving nature of Down's Syndrome individuals. I was upset with parts of the ending but don't want to spoil it for anyone. A good summer read.

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