A Father's Love: One Man's Unrelenting Battle To Bring His Abducted Son Home (2011) - Plot & Excerpts
Since the story of Sean Goldman's abduction by his mother originated in my area before it became national news, I followed it from the beginning. It was fascinating to read about what was going on behind the scenes during the years that Mr. Goldman dedicated his life to bringing Sean home. This book is very well-written, and - despite some overly-detailed explanations of the legal aspects - I found it to be fascinating. The highs, the lows, the disappointments, the heartwarming moments and the heartbreaking ones all come together in a way that makes this book a real page-turner. I wasn't sure how much I would enjoy reading it since I knew so much detail and of course I knew how it would end. But Mr. Goldman's determination and love for his son shines through in a way that makes nearly every word extremely compelling. It's a beautiful and inspirational story, nicely told. Excellent and absorbing true story of a man's struggle to get his abducted son back from another country. The author goes into a lot of detail in this story, which some other reviewers didn't like, but I think it was important to set the stage and was his way of showing that he is not like many of the allegations made against him.Because I am the father of four small children, and am married to a Brazilian, I could really feel the emotions and turmoil described by the author, as I pictured what it would be like to be in his shoes. It's saddening and incredible that the abductors would be so cruel and relentless. The backwardness of the legal proceedings, which constantly worked against him, was almost Kafkaesque. It amazes me that he was able to stay strong and maintain his integrity, dignity and reserve against such daunting odds and difficulties.I won't spoil the conclusion. Suffice it to say that I finished the book feeling inspired, and thinking of my own little children and how much I love them, and how important it is to protect their innocence and do everything I can to make sure their childhood is a happy one filled with love. Any book that reinforces those values and feelings is worthy of praise. This book did.
What do You think about A Father's Love: One Man's Unrelenting Battle To Bring His Abducted Son Home (2011)?
Interesting and long drawn out story. Hard to believe such things are possible.
—TheNICOLDN
It is amazing to mr that Sean is as well adjusted as he is now.
—Christopher1234
