New Jersey, 1958 — Penniless and pregnant, seventeen-year-old Cecilia is out of options. Cast aside by her family, she is forced to give away her baby. But her vow to someday reunite leads her into the dark descent of the dregs of humanity.
New York City, 1998 — Noelle thought she knew her mother. Now her privileged life has been turned upside down. She was raised with a racially insensitive worldview so when her bigoted mother dies, it shocks Noelle to learn that she’s both adopted and bi-racial. She is torn between turning her back on the past or embarking on a personal journey for answers to her true identity.
With a body ravaged by drugs and living a dangerous existence on the streets, Cecilia’s life could be measured in hours. And unless Noelle decides to track down her real history, Cecilia may run out of time.
Can Noelle and Cecilia find each other before it’s too late to heal the pain in their hearts?
One Day I Will Find You is a bittersweet drama for fans of contemporary fiction. If you like powerful journeys of self-discovery, emotional revelations, and beautifully rendered tales that transcend time, then you’ll love Barbara Larriva’s thought-provoking story.
Author, Barbara Larriva, has delivered a truly gripping and powerful read. From the very first page, the book pulls you in and makes you want to read more. The use of description in developing the plot and characters is immaculate. Noelle and Cecilia are honest and relatable characters, and you feel as though you are living and breathing each scene with them. In addition, Larriva does a wonderful job at handling difficult themes and issues including suicide, adoption, and human trafficking. Overall, One Day I Will Find You, is a heart wrenching and emotional read that will move you to your very core. Highly recommended! ~ Review by the Book Excellence Awards
This story touched my soul, beautifully told. ~ Peggy Guelle
Beautiful and touching. ~ Mihir Madiman
I Couldn’t put the book down. Loved the way it just flowed. It’s a must read! ~ Leanne Odell