'…a book which quite deftly explores themes of family, adoption, trust, relationships and sex against a background of both modern day and historic British immigration, where events of the past impact on people’s lives for generations to come.’

— Billyjean – Goodreads

'McDonald handles this generous handful of very real issues affecting Australian women and their families today with strong insight.’

— Mrs B's Book Reviews

'A beautiful story of family, of love and of finding that sense of belonging. A story that demonstrates how freeing the truth can be, even when you worry about how painful it might be.’

— Beauty and Lace

'Yet another reason why Australian audiences have fallen in love with McDonald's novels.'

— Weekly Times

'A touching tale of love and letting go.'

— Yours Magazine