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Meant to Be
- Embracing My Plan B and Finding a Different Path to Family
- Narrated by: Lisa Faulkner
- Length: 6 hrs and 42 mins
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Summary
Penguin presents the audio edition of Meant to Be, written and read by Lisa Faulkner.
What happens when life doesn’t turn out as you expect?
When Lisa Faulkner learned that she wouldn’t have biological children, her plans and expectations for her life were derailed. But, in the months and years that followed, she discovered that there was more than one way to build a family – and that there is a lot of joy to be found in life’s unexpected detours.
In a raw and inspiring story of one woman’s journey through motherhood, family life and self-discovery, Lisa explores the many forms that family can take, and discovers the power of embracing your Plan B. For anyone who has ever found themselves facing the unexpected in life – whether that’s infertility, adoption, grief or any other personal challenge – this is an uplifting and honest account of finding love in unexpected places, and building your life on your own terms.
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- Sarah R
- 30-03-23
Moving
Thank you Lisa for being so honest with your experience, this book really helped me and I related to everything she went through with ivf. Luckily I got a miracle child with ivf but a friend has recently adopted and this has really helped me understand what she has been through too. Thoroughly moving book and a brave and honest account of the epic journey some women face to become a mother.
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- jenny123
- 12-05-21
Excellent heart felt book💝
Well written and well read.
Thank you Lisa for sharing your story.
A tonic to the soul for ourselves considering fostering & adoption after years of infertility.
Enjoyable to listen to - highly recommend 🌟
I also have learnt more of the fostering & adoption process from Lisa’s story x
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- Amazon Customer
- 01-05-22
Loved this book
We're currently going down the fostering route and this honest and loving book was very enjoyable.
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- Anonymous User
- 15-08-22
A wonderful book full of insight truly amazing
and truthful journey to adoptions positive helpful and honestI would recommend this book to anyone considering this challenge
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- Tracey OCallaghan
- 12-04-20
An honest account of an adoption journey
As an adopter myself and having experienced similar experiences as Lisa I related a lot with what Lisa was saying and found this a very honest account and heartwarming!
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- tola_b
- 24-03-21
Enjoyed hearing this journey with all the highs and lows
Beautifully read by Lisa and I valued her openness and honesty about her journey to becoming another. I couldn’t stop listening to this book until I finished it. Thank you as I know this will help those on the same journey.
(P/s - Lisa should read more audible books, such a lovely calming voice).
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- Cookie Monster
- 03-01-22
Loved this book
I absolutely loved this book, particularly listening to Lisa’s honestly an life lessons whilst I currently go through a challenging period in my life.
I particularly liked listening to Lisa narrate the book as it feel so much more personal and like a chat with a friend.
Thank you Lisa for sharing your story, I can only imagine how many people this has resonated with.
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- Anonymous User
- 23-06-22
Relatable
I have nothing negative to say!
This story was raw, tear jerking, thought provoking and REAL!
Having been through and still going through many of the mentioned trials of trying to become a parent, I couldn’t have put my feelings better myself!
An eye opener to a prospective Adopter!
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- Jade V
- 18-01-21
LOVED IT!
I often struggle reading a physical book but using audible has been great! Lisa's story was amazing so heartfelt and emotional. I'd recommend to anyone adopting.
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- walkietalkie
- 07-01-21
Open, honest account
A tough read at times but ultimately a story of hope, perserverence, love, family and friendship.
The thing I admired most was Lisa's willingness to show her vulnerability, insecurities and deepest and sometimes darkest thoughts and feelings about her long and often bumpy ride to becoming a mother, including the impact of losing her own mother. It was, raw, powerful and human. But above all it felt honest.
Lisa didn't sugar coat or dramatise her experiences but provided a detailed, factual account of what she went through and how she felt at the time, even when she was slightly misguided or drawing on stereotypes. She showed deep affection for her family and friends, as well as key figures who played their part in her journey. She was gracious and fair throughout, even when recounting more negative or unhelpful parts of the process recognising they all played a part in shaping her and her future family.
Thank you Lisa for opening up and talking about a number of emotionally charged issues that are often left unspoken. And to Billie, Chris and your families and besties as this was also their stories too.
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