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It's been too long since I read such a heartfelt book as "How to Find Your Way Home', so was delighted to get an advance copy from Book.Browse. Regan's writing resonated for me and as I read—kept wondering (hoping) Emily & Stephen would indeed re-connect after do many years. I suspect the open-ended long pandemic contributed to my worry about re-connection & reconciliation.
Emily's ostensibly leading the 'good life' while her brother Stephen has been surviving on the streets for many years after getting out of prison. For what? Why? What happened to cause this turn of events when it seemed their early lives together with their dad & mom—and bird watching—seemed so happy?
But all is not as it was in the present, & slowly, things began to fall into place as I held my breath, with fingers crossed as I continued reading,
Like "Dear Edward", the author introduces us to a traumatized brother and sister—still emotionally wounded by their shared family history with a key question hovering in the background—is it ever too late? Readers will not be disappointed by this life-affirming novel which reminds us it isn't.

I really, really liked this book. The characters are well- developed enough to be real and inspire empathy, admiration or disgust. The references to birdwatching are fascinating (if you like birds), and the descriptions of the natural world which so sustains Stephen make you feel as if you're there or wish you were. The plot is believable and the resolution is full of forgiveness and restoration, making the book a satisfying read. I'd highly recommend it for book clubs, or anyone looking for a literary lift.

What an emotional , heart-rending rollercoaster. Early on there is a statement in the book that "sometimes angels end up in hell" and that most certainly happens here. This is story of a family- at times, a very dysfunctional one and at times a very supportive , loving one - but even more it is the story of a man, Stephen. A man who is so full of love and exuberance and joy . A man who also hits rock bottom believing that he has lost everything. It is also a tale of 2 siblings whose love for each other gives them both strength to live, to face their demons and ultimately, to live. It is a beautiful book; yet ,at times a difficult one to read. Although it is uplifting, it is also tragic and heart-rending. I learned a lot about bird-watching and found it quite fascinating. It added such dimension to the overall tale. I highly recommend it.

This book delves into a very complicated subject. It presents two siblings with very different lives. They love each other very much but one split second changes the paths they take and separates them for years. When finally they meet again, the brother's hobby of birding brings them together and helps them to find the common ground to examine a lot of things about their lives. I'm very happy that I read this book.

Katy Regan writes about big topics such as homelessness, family secrets, loyalty, fear, and the balm of nature. Within this extensive web, she carefully builds characters who bring us intimately into these worlds. The powerful vignettes that describe moments in time with Emily, Stephen, and their mother are heartbreaking, heartwarming, and riveting. I would especially recommend this book to book clubs because there is something for everyone. Make sure you have plenty of time because multiple discussions will be ignited by the rich narrative of these stories.

This book is centered on the life of the homeless and the affect of that situation on the family of the homeless person. The author does a noble job of leading the reader to the conclusion of the book regarding the reasons for the homelessness. No two circumstances are the same with regard to this problem. I have a brother who became homeless as an older adult. I still do not understand how it happened for him.

I read an article in National Geographic recently about human migration that talked about the reasons people move. They were called push factors (leaving a place because of a problem) & pull factors (moving because of something good). I think How to Find Your Way Home drew parallels between human and bird migration with the stories of Stephen and Emily and the swifts. I liked that that it was not just a family drama, but also talked about birds and had a bit of mystery. I did not see that twist coming at the end! I think it would make a great book club choice, as there are many discussion points. Overall, an enjoyable read!

I love reading books about families and siblings. This book is about a brother and sister separated, the bonds between them and her desire to find her brother again. She finds him, takes him in and both learn that there are many things that they have to work through and something divides them. The writing is beautiful at times and anyone who has had a sibling will understand the sibling love with these two. I think there is plenty of material in the book to lend itself to a good book club discussion. The story is well told, the characters are interesting, it was a good book overall.