Fantastic book! I have a friend that did embryo adoption (not in the US) about 8 years ago. Her daughters are beautiful. Family isn’t only made from blood. It’s the people you love and care for.

This was a heavy one to read and although it attempted to be light... it hit home for me and I couldn't fully engross myself as it triggered feelings.

I am giving this a 3 star because the writing was Kingsbury classic, however I did have to put it aside and couldn't finish it... not because it wasn't well done, but because it was too hard for me to continue.

I hope you understand and know that I appreciate the story, perhaps I will revisit it later in my life when I'm not so sensitive to the topics.

Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for my complimentary eARC in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. Please excuse my tardiness in posting my review. My TBR list is continuously growing and I keep finding so many amazing books being requested + added to my pile! I have so much gratitude for this copy that has been shared with me.

Christian fiction is hard for me because I am not a fan of the preachy, christian-ese talking books, I prefer the ones with just good messages and godly values and some prayer and church. I want my Christian fiction characters to act like real people—the kind of Christians we really know. The good, the bad, and the ugly, sure. But real people like in any other genre. And in my opinion, Karen Kingsbury doesn't do that. Her Christian characters are super Christians. Always praying. Always quoting scriptures, always evangelizing. Maybe that's how she is, but I don't know a lot of children and teenagers and young adults who talk like that and I've grown up in church, been in ministry and am married to a man in ministry. Its just not realistic to me. The little girl who talks to her on the phone sister for the first time in weeks and says, "I asked Jesus to have you call me." I mean, really? Many other examples too, just that’s one I really remember.
Also, some of the time/date confused stuff me. The girl is getting married but asks her mother if she's heard junior bridesmaids? Those existed when I got married 20 years ago. Of course her heard of them mom's heard of them . Also the whole idea of the embryo in vitro didn’t seem weird to me. The plot makes such a big deal about it, like it is completely unheard of, but I’ve heard of it…often. And I just don’t think people would exact the way everyone did about it. I can’t imagine people being surprised or confused, but not appalled that they didn’t say anything for this long. It’s their business. I don’t know, that was the big gotcha moment and climax and it just didn’t seem all that much of a twist. Like I saw it coming a mile away…within maybe the first chapter or so.
Lastly, this is the second KK book I’ve read recently, and both of them alluded to and angel showing up as a earl person. This is the exactly the kind of thing that annoys me about Christian fiction. I have very rarely—in 39 years of being a Christian and in ministry—heard of someone believing a person that showed up in their life was an angel. And yet that seems to be a common theme in her books. Proven or not.
All in all, solid book, if you like this of thing.

When I think of women's fiction, I think of books just like this one, that gives all the feels. This is a perfect book to snuggle up with on any day.

Someone Like You is a novel about family, forgiveness, and love. Karen Kingsbury always emphasizes the beauty in the midst of a storm.

Maddie is living a perfect life. She has an amazing family, just graduated college, and is in a stable relationship. But when a man named Dawson tells her some news she is forced to confront her parents for answers. It turns out that she was adopted as an embryo and so this makes her feel like her whole life has been a lie. That leads her to Portland. She is going with Dawson to learn more about her biological family.

Her hopes are that she will meet her first family and everything will be back to normal. But the Quinns along with Dawson teach her the importance of family, faith, and forgiveness. While the journey isn't easy, Maddie puts in the work and sheds a few tears along the way.

I give Someone Like You 4 stars. The story is easy to follow and endearing. I can't imagine going through what Maddie did but she found her way and it was a joy to read.

An excellent delve into children's literature by Karen Kingsbury. A solid story by a well-known author. Parents familiar with her work will happily share this title with their children.

This book was so good! I want to see more from this author in the future!! I couldn't put this book down. What a page turner!!!

Karen Kingsbury never disappoints! I fell in love with the characters and could easily relate to them!

I really enjoyed the writing style in this book. The twists and turns kept my attention throughout. I will definitely be checking out other books by this author and I would recommend this book to friends and family.

I've always been a huge Karen Kingsbury fan. This book is a wonderful read, just like her other books. I was glued to each page and didn't want the book to end! This is a must read!

I will always be a fan of Karen Kingsbury’s novels! Her writing is phenomenal and this book really was a beautiful addition to my collection. she has a way of making you feel a part of the book and deeply feel the characters and what they are dealing with. This novel is no different. Beautiful and lyrical! Love it!

This was heartbreaking and beautifully written. I haven’t read a Kingsbury book in forever and I see why she’s been a household name for so long. Such a beautiful story of hope, faith, and overcoming all obstacles.

Definitely a story for those who like Christian fiction. The topic of frozen embryo adoption drew me to this book and it was covered nicely as both families struggled with their past decisions. I thought Maddie’s new romance was rather rushed in the story to get it to reach a conclusion.

Maddie West’s parents have a secret they’ve been keeping for over 20 years: she was adopted as an embryo. As the truth comes to light, she learns to embrace her new-found biological family and forgive her adoptive family. Karen Kingsbury handles the story with grace and as usual, the gospel of Jesus Christ.

This book follows a similar pattern as her other books. Maddie finds out she was adopted. She is hurt and confused. Dawson’s best friend London and the girl he loves, is killed. London’s mom reveals that London might have a sibling. Dawson finds Maddie and brings her to meet the Quinn’s. Of course Dawson and Maddie fall in love.

Maddie is stunned when she discovers, right after the announcement of her engagement, that she was adopted. It wasn’t your regular/average adoption. What made her situation unique was that she was initially a frozen embryo. Both her, and her sister’s embryos, were adopted. Therefore, their adoptive mothers actually carried them in their wombs.

She’s also stunned to discover that she has a sister (London) whom she’s never known – a now deceased sister.

Dawson is hurt and stunned when his best friend and love of his life, London, is killed. He searches for London’s biological sister, wanting some connection to someone who is related to London.

This book really resonated with me because Maddie is angry because she was lied to for her entire life. It hurts when parents lie to their children – not little white lies, but, life-altering lies that can hurt you later in life.

I really enjoyed this novel. It brought a lot of feelings to the surface. You can understand why Maddie is angry at her parents, and you can comprehend why she clings to Dawson, wanting to know more about her biological sister.

Maddie’s situation also causes problems with her fiancé. Although he is sympathetic, he truly doesn’t understand what Maddie is going through.

That’s so tough. Sometimes, when we share our feelings with others, and react a certain way, people may try to support us, listen to us, help us. But, there’s just something comforting, nice, warm…to have someone there who TRULY understands our plight. I realize that’s not always possible, but, it’s nice when it happens.

Maddie’s relationship with Dawson began with their similar situations – both being connected to London. Dawson gives Maddie insight about London. Maddie craves information about her sister as she tries to understand and untangle the knots that have been woven into her life.

Someone Like You by Karen Kingsbury

One frozen embryo. Two families with life-long secrets, and a guy who never planned to fall in love again.

Excellent book. I enjoyed it very much. The characters were very impressive. I liked the fact that the families had religion in their lives. It had many sad parts, but love was found at the end of the story. I learned facts that I didn’t know before about embryos. I recommend this book.

Karen has done it again. Another great book from a great author. One you will not want to put down. Highly recommend

I really like Someone Like You. It is among my favorite books I have read by Karen Kingsbury. Five stars.

I feel as if I personally know the Baxter family! I love reading about them. Karen Kingsbury never disappoints me. I love that we are now learning so much about the next generation of Baxters. This book shares an interesting concept that I never really thought about. Perhaps this can help guide others to this process!