The Foundling: The True Story of a Kidnapping, a Family Secret, and My Search for the Real Me
The Foundling: The True Story of a Kidnapping, a Family Secret, and My Search for the Real Me
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017368
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1960s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Foundling: The True Story of a Kidnapping, a Family Secret, and My Search for the Real Me by Paul Joseph Fronczak explores an individual's journey after a shocking discovery about his identity. Raised with one narrative, he unravels a web of secrets, searching for his true origins, and confronting questions about family, identity, and self-discovery.
Mysterious
Emotional
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Informative
Reviews & Readership
7,714 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Foundling: The True Story of a Kidnapping, a Family Secret, and My Search for the Real Me by Paul Joseph Fronczak is praised for its gripping, emotional narrative and the author's courage in uncovering his past. Some critics feel that it occasionally lacks depth in exploring the broader implications of identity and family. Overall, it is a compelling tale of personal discovery.
Who Should Read The Foundling: The True Story of a Kidnapping, a Family Secret, and My Search for the Real Me?
A reader captivated by true crime, personal discovery, and family secrets will enjoy Paul Joseph Fronczak's The Foundling. Fans of Tara Westover's Educated and Jeannette Walls' The Glass Castle may find this memoir compelling, as it blends mystery with a poignant quest for identity.
7,714 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
368
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1960s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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