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Shadows of a Mother's Dream: A Story of Hope, Resilience, and love
Paperback
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Publisher Price: $14.95
Publisher: Helena Han Wagner
Published: Apr 16 2026
Pages: 314
Weight: 0.93
Height: 0.70 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Shadows of a Mother's Dream is a deeply moving Christian memoir that chronicles the journey of a Korean woman shaped by faith, sacrifice, and an unbreakable mother-daughter bond. Born into post-war Korea, the author's early life was characterized by poverty, domestic violence, and profound sacrifice. Her mother's enduring love and belief in education provided a constant source of inspiration, embodying strength, courage, and hope.
The author's quest for education, defying cultural and societal obstacles, propels her on a cross-cultural journey to the United States. In America, she battles racism, displacement, immigration hurdles, and a spiritual search. Her story reflects the complex realities of the American Dream-earned not through ease, but through fortitude, bravery, and faith.
This memoir explores survival and healing from abuse, the long shadow of trauma, and the redemptive power of forgiveness. Through personal and spiritual growth, the author discovers hope, purpose, and identity rooted in faith rather than circumstance. Her journey illuminates the strength of women, the importance of education, and how God can transform hardship to deepen faith and redefine lives according to His divine purpose.
Written with honesty and compassion, Shadows of a Mother's Dream is an inspirational true story of love, resilience, and triumph. It speaks to readers interested in Christian memoirs, Asian American biographies, women's empowerment, adoption and family relationships, and stories of healing across cultures. Above all, it is a testament to the enduring power of faith, the courage to overcome adversity, and the belief that even the darkest shadows can give rise to hope.
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