Publisher's Synopsis
Journey with the Cooper family as they discover the challenges and joys of adoption. In the Great Depression era story, nine-year-old Birdie finds herself on an adventure to discover what love really is. Having been taken in, along with her big brother, by a kind doctor and his wife, she struggles to trust that her new family and home will really last forever. After meeting a mysterious new girl at school who seems to need her, Birdie resolves to help. ...But will her efforts be cut short by her own fears? Follow along as Birdie uncovers the truth about love and what it really means to give it away. This is the first book in the Treasures of the Secret Places series. This humorous and touching story, teaches that adoption is forever; parents are trustworthy, wise and loving caregivers; and that every day life can be a big adventure!
