The Secret Adoption
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Narrated by:
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Ryan Haugen
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By:
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Rafael Moscatel
About this listen
This evocative and emotionally charged story—praised by Publisher’s Weekly and Kirkus Reviews—follows an illegitimate child placed with a powerful and eccentric Hollywood family after a scandalous affair. His origins are meticulously concealed by a notorious lawyer at the request of a famed composer. Determined to bury the truth, his adoptive mother pulls strings and enlists influential allies—including a television icon—to ensure the boy never uncovers his past. But as he grows older, cracks in the carefully constructed facade begin to show, leaving him haunted by an unsettling sense that something is being hidden from him.
Set against the allure and shadows of Hollywood, this memoir explores the emotional depths of childhood trauma, family secrets, and the search for belonging. Through a powerful journey of self-discovery and healing, the author reflects on the fragile bonds that define family, weaving a story that is both deeply personal and universally resonant. Moments of connection, heartbreak, and transformation create a narrative that lingers long after the final tick.
For fans of celebrity memoirs, coming-of-age books, and stories of overcoming adversity, this is a bold meditation on resilience and the courage to confront buried truths and a compelling read for anyone who has ever questioned their identity or place in the world.
©2023, 2024 Rafael Moscatel (P)2024 Rafael MoscatelCritic Reviews
"Rafael Moscatel crafts 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." (Publishers Weekly)
"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)
"An amazing story about fighting demons and dealing with lies, loss, and rejection while growing up in Los Angeles, the City of Angels. Rafael's 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)