In 1986 Pippa Whelan and her family left Ireland, emigrating to the United States illegally. Clever and heartwarming, this memoir captures the whimsical details along the way. Always knowing she was adopted, Pippa moved back to Ireland at the age of 19. She recounts the extraordinary journey of tracing her birth parents. Along the way, Pippa discovers the unlikely joys of alcoholism. When faced with cancer, Pippa walks through it with humor and dignity. You will fall in love with Pippa's comical and positive outlook on life. Pippa's journey is a testament of a beautifully orchestrated life.
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