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When I Found You

By: Catherine Ryan Hyde
Narrated by: Jeff Cummings
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"What do I have to do to make you wash your hands of me? There's nothing you could do. I will never wash my hands of you."

Nathan McCann thought he didn't want a family. But when he finds an abandoned newborn in the woods, he feels an inexplicable bond with the boy and starts to make plans to raise the child as his own - until the baby's grandmother steps forward to claim him. Nathan makes a request of her, though: to one day bring the boy to meet his rescuer.

Fifteen years later, Nathan gets his wish when the boy and his grandmother show up on his doorstep. Named Nat and now an angry teenager with a criminal record, the boy is once again in need of rescuing. Nathan takes Nat in, swearing to never abandon him. Nathan believes that with love and patience anyone can change. And he just might be right.

From the author of Pay It Forward comes a poignant tale of love, pain, and trusting people to stay by your side in a world where leaving is easy.

©2013 Catherine Ryan Hyde (P)2013 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved.

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The character of Nathan

Nathan is a rare human being that helped Nat an abandoned newborn. His compassion is infectious making me hope for a better future for Nat.

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Great story. Sad, but good.

I really enjoyed the story and all the life learning messages...
I just wish Nath had gotten his dream....

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BRILLIANT

I can't really say enough about this story. The writing-Brilliant! The narrator - Brilliant! This is my second audible by this team and I hope I can find more. Catherine Ryan Hyde tells such a clear story without excessive detail. She holds your interest the entire time and makes you feel so close to every significant character.
The narrator, Jeff Cummings, further dimensionalizes the characters with the many diverse voices. The listener always knows who is speaking. This is one story I never wanted to end. Thank you Catherine and Jeff!

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Excellent story!

This story went far beyond my expectations! The narrator told the story in vivid color ! Extremely captivating and realistic story!

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A Must Listen (Read)!

Read excellently and the story is completely captivating. I thought I knew there gist of the story from the description but it was so much more and wonderful.

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great book, didn't want to stop listening!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

yes I'd recommend. Loved the story. I now have another fav. author!

What was one of the most memorable moments of When I Found You?

There were quite a few! But the most memorable is when the tables turned & the boy cared for the man & he was able to see him from a different point of view. He even told him. You held my held even when you thought I was dead. I can hold your head up, now.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

wanted to but didn't.

Any additional comments?

You won't be sorry.

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life's journey isn't always a easy road but....

I know someone who works with troubled youth. this book tells the journey of both the mentor and a kid with a difficult beginning goes through life. A good read.

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Heartfelt

This book tugs at your heart strings and you can put yourself in the story.

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What started out...

I was ready to return the book then there was the hook and I was ready to listen nonstop. Intelligent, riveting, wise counsel and narrated so very well.

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Loved!

Astounding. Lost alot of sleep listening to this book. Powerful storyline. She has my vote.

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