Finding Juniper

By: Cindy Thomson

Narrated by: Damien Murphy

For Patrick Doyle, the claim that time heals all wounds is a cruel lie.

In 1920, returning from WWI, Paddy finds Ireland creeping toward civil war. Invisible borders separate people, including Paddy and his pregnant girlfriend. With few prospects, Paddy sails to America. However, America is far from the land of opportunity he'd hoped for. And worse, his girl refuses to follow him because of her political involvement.

Thirty years later, Patrick has moved on with his life, building a new family. A letter arrives, suggesting the child he'd assumed died may be alive. Patrick's American daughter Mardell pushes him to find out what happened to her sister, named Juniper. Patrick anxiously sails to Ireland.

Juniper endured a childhood in institutions, and when she's released, she moves on without the parents who left her. Operating an apothecary out of an inherited cottage where villagers are slow to trust outsiders, Juniper finally finds a home when her grandmother arrives. Just as she feels comfortable and content, her father shows up at her door, bringing shocking news about her mother.

Finding Juniper invites readers on a journey of confronting the past, healing from old traumas, and redefining what family truly means.

©2025 Cindy Thomson (P)2025 Cindy Thomson

Heartbreaking & Joyful

I was entertained by this story. There were so many instances where my heart was moved, and I was brought to tears; however, throughout the story there was an underlying message of hope and a desire to make one's circumstances better. I liked the characters even though they each had trauma to overcome. I admired their indomitable spirits regardless of their struggles. I thought Damien Murphy's narration was great, and his performance enhanced the story's emotional impact. I was given a copy of the audiobook. I volunteered, without financial gain, to post this review which reflected my honest opinions regarding this audiobook.

Historical Christian (Catholic) Fiction

This was a great Historical Christian (Catholic) fiction book. The story was believable and the characters were heartwarming. I loved the facts versus fiction, and the Irish brogue of the narrator was not only understandable, but endearing as well. I enjoyed reading this book via Audible Audiobook, as a result of being one of the author's, Cindy Thomson, enewsletter winners, but it did not in any way affect my review. All opinions are my own.

This novel had me gripped from the first chapter to the last. The performance was spectacular.

This book needs to be read and heard! It is just that good! Cindy Thomson is a wonderful author.