Pearls from Sand

A Story of Adoption, Identity, and DNA Discovery

By: Kimberly Patton Allen

Narrated by: Ashlyn Anderson

Experience the profound journey of one woman's quest for identity as she unravels the mystery of her adoption and birth family. As she navigates the complexity of heritage vs. lineage, nature vs. nurture, and the ramifications of adoption and DNA testing, listeners see that uncovering truth can be both painful and exhilarating.

Inspiring listeners to view their life circumstances with gratitude and newfound hope, Pearls from Sand is an emotional ride of mystery, loss, and discovery through a lens of faith, redemption, and deliverance.

©2024 Kimberly Patton Allen (P)2024 Kimberly Patton Allen

This is evidence of God's love!!

I was overwhelmed in absolute goodness as I devoured every word of this book!! Whenever I had to stop listening I couldn’t quit thinking about it and was in anxious anticipation to listen again – which is why I finished it in less than two days. The author’s detail and descriptive writing is mind-blowing! She has an insight and perception to the depths of individual souls and the ability to express each one in beautiful God-seeing ways. Pearls From Sand has deepened my testimony of Heavenly Father’s love for his children and how He truly orchestrates every detail of our lives – we only need to look for Him! It has helped me see more of His love in my life and to look even more intently for His love in others. All I can say is, WOW! WOW! WOW!! I want more!! This inspired book has brought me closer to the spirit world, my Savior, my Heavenly Father, and has given me a greater desire to seek their will and SEE their workings in my life.

It was a sweet bonus to learn that the author’s daughter is the reader of her book. Her voice is beautiful, fun, and expressive! I could listen to her all day long! What a joy!

Sharla Chilcote

A lovely and personal story

Adopted children often face difficult struggles with attachment, identity, and finding their way in this world. This book is a beautiful and vulnerable story of Kim’s journey, learning about who and what contributed to making her who she is, complicated love, and the and the families who love her.

Thoughtful

Very thoughtful story of not only adoption, but families in general.

The love and consideration shown to each affected member of the families was very inspiring!

I would recommend this book 100%

Marvelous Work

I enjoyed the balance of whimsy and seriousness as she speculates about being the long lost daughter of a princess to navigating relationships with birth siblings and parents.

Compelling and Heartfelt

I loved the way this book opened my eyes to adoption. And the gift of life! What a wonderful story telling of a brave young woman’s discovery of her DNA. Could not put down! Such a lovely read and would highly recommend!!