Reclaiming Lily by Patti Lacy

Ever wonder what some Chinese people go through on a daily basis? Do we realize the heartache that couples feel when they must give up a child because they can't afford to pay the fines for another child? The Chang family had to put Lily up for adoption. Due to the strict Family Planning Law, the couple was forced to give up Lily, who was their fourth child.

Eager to adopt a child, Gloria and her husband Andrew, a pastor, have chosen to adopt 10-year-old Lily. Lily's name is changed to Joy and she begins her new life in America. Joy gives the Powells a run for their money and is completely rebellious and not very fond of Gloria, who does tend to be a bit overprotective.

Back in China, Joy's sister, Kai Chang, has taken care of her mother who ends up dying from PKD. Her promise to her mother was that she would find Lily and bring her home to be part of the Chang family again. Kai, who has become a doctor and studies PKD, has found her sister and family living in Texas. Kai feels it is urgent to talk to Lily because she's afraid Lily has inherited the PKD disease, as well, since it's genetic.

Once Kai is reunited with her sister, Joy, Joy just wants to be with her biological family. You can only imagine the hurt that Gloria and Andrew feels. However, thanks to Kai, Joy starts treating her adoptive family better and actually forms a much better relationship with Gloria.

How will things turn out for Lily? In the midst of all of this turmoil and heartbreak, will she turn to the one person who can give her hope? Does she have PKD and if she does, how will it change her outlook on life? Will the Powells and Changs actually become friends or will there always be hurt between the two families?

This is a must-read for absolutely anyone who likes a heartwarming story. This book has so many twists and turns and problems that arise that are similar to what a real family going through this might would face. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this book if you read it.

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I received a free copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers. This is my honest opinion and was in no way compensated for this review.