Luck Times Two: An Adoption Memoir

If you are looking for an inspiring story, this is it. The story of Fu Shuang, born in China during the 1-child policy when millions of girls were orphaned. This tale will fill you with sadness, bring you hope, and ultimately end in joy. It is the story of one family’s quest to adopt a 12- year-old.

The reader will go on a journey to China where Fu Shuang experienced scarcity, hardship, and sorrow, but also cultivated her optimistic outlook. When Fu Shuang arrives in America, she has no knowledge of the English language, no understanding of the culture, and experiences bullying and learning difficulties. She knows no one. Despite these obstacles, her positive nature allowed her to meet the challenges and become an inspirational coach and teacher.

Luck Times Two is narrated in two parts with the perspective of mother and child. It is a beautiful story of resilience and coming of age, where luck was on their side. It is the recipient of a Silver Independent Publisher Book (IPPY) Award for Best Adult Non-Fiction Personal E-book.