THE SECRET ADOPTION

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This whimsical and true story, praised by Publishers Weekly, recounts the adventures of an illegitimate child adopted by an eccentric Hollywood family following a scandalous affair.

When a notorious lawyer and famed composer conspire to conceal the child's origins, his adoptive mother spares no effort to keep burying the truth. Pulling strings and enlisting influential allies—including a television icon—she constructs an elaborate facade to ensure he never uncovers his past. Yet, as he ages, cracks appear, leaving him haunted by an unshakable sense that something crucial is being hidden.

Set against Tinseltown's deceptive allure and shadowy intrigues, this memoir delves into the profound depths of childhood trauma, family secrets, and the universal search for belonging. Through a poignant journey of self-discovery and healing, the author reflects on the fragile bonds that define family, weaving an intensely personal narrative that lingers in the heart and mind long after the final page. 

Author:  Rafael Moscatel

ISBN: Hardcover ( 978-1966696186 ), Softcover (979-8987906132 ), e-book (979-8-9879061-5-6)

Publisher/Imprint: JIA Publishing

Page Count: 180

Trim Size: Hardcover (5.5" x 8.5"), softcover (5.5" x 8.5")

Formats Available: Softcover, hardcover, e-book, audiobook

Price: Retail hardback ($24.99), Retail softcover ($14.99), e-book ($4.99)

Release Date: January 2, 2025

Adult readers who enjoy biographies, memoirs, family saga and true stories.  

BIOGRAPHY / Memoirs

FAMILY / Adoption

An engaging and surprise-filled memoir of a man whose true identity was kept from him well into adulthood that's full of twists and turns. ~Kirkus Reviews (Read the full review here)

It's about survival. It's about coming to terms with the truth of who we are at the core of our beings. It's about forgiveness. Mostly its just about love and trying to be a good Human. You simply must read this book. ~Melissa Gilbert

A deeply engaging and entertaining story that will undoubtedly resonate with readers. Well-written with wit and honesty interspersed throughout, the author comes to terms with his upbringing, identity, and family's past. A truly unique story told with refreshing candor and emotional integrity. ~Publisher's Weekly 

An amazing story about fighting demons and dealing with  lies, loss and rejection, while growing up in Los Angeles, the City of Angels. His journey evokes a rollercoaster of emotions, from admiration to laughter, to a deep feeling of empathy and comradery. His story is compelling, entertaining and inspiring, a beacon of hope for those lost in the darkness of the human condition. ~Indie Reader 

Distribution: Ingram and Baker & Taylor 

Retail Availability: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, independent bookstores, libraries

Promotions: Publisher’s Weekly featured listing, Ingram’s Discover Emerging Voices catalog, Baker & Taylor book catalog, and promotion at national book fairs

Returnable: Yes (standard industry terms)

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