Keeper of Lost Children

The over night was fabulous!

I enjoyed this book. It took a bit of patience to let the author lead me through the book. A lot of time was spent learning about the characters in the story, which makes sense. I was too busy trying to hurry up and find out about the children.

This book kept me on a roller coaster ride from beginning to end. I cried all the happy tears, and I cried all the sad tears and all the time I hungered for the next page in the next chapter. I probably could’ve stayed up and read this book all in one night it was so entertaining. I highly recommended to lovers of historical history and the stories that they share with us today.

Mrs. Johnson did not disappoint with this one! All I can say is Wow! I thought I wanted more, but this was enough! I look forward to what's next.

If you want to learn a little known piece of history, this is a must read. A negro woman, Ethel, living on an Army base post WW Two champions the plight of a large number of orphaned children, the product of German women and American negro soldiers born out of wedlock. The majority ended up under the care of Catholic nuns. Ethel, unable to have children of her own oversees the adoption of these mixed race children to American families.From there a story unfolds that is heartwarming and heart wrenching! I thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend it

I had trouble getting into this book & really didn’t like it until about the half way mark. Who knew that mixed race children (fathered by Black GIs) in Germany were being ostracized by their German mothers? This historical fiction book focuses on the father,child & the woman who started the Brown Baby project.Two things I did not like about this book(thus the 4 star review): the “happy ever after” ending and the use of cliches or sayings that were not used in those years of the book (1950-1960).

A lovely story from beginning to end. This is the first book I’ve read from this author, won’t be my last.

Sadeqa Johnson’s books have a way of instantly transporting you to a place and time without missing any key details. Her way with words is endearing, thought provoking and filled with emotion. I love her books, this latest is by far another elite story told by one of the best.

This book was recommended to me and it did not disappoint..... It was heart wrenching but a must read..... We need to do better And I pray to God that we do in time soon .

This is a well written story that weaves disparate pieces into an enjoyable and informative whole. The historical components are probably not well known and deserve to be as they cover some very harmful parts of US racial history. I sometimes find the moving back and forth between the stories of key characters confusing but the author did an excellent job in this book. The story definitely kept my interest and I recommend the book. I am not going to recount the plot as it is quite complex and deserves to be discovered by reading the book.

While this is fiction, it is based on the true story of Mabel Grammer. Little is spoken of the German orphans of servicemen from the USA, but this story makes you feel as if you know each character, what they experienced, and how they came full circle. Well worth reading.

I enjoyed the story! Made me realize what people went through after the war! Must have been awful for the mothers and fathers having to let their children go! I’ve enjoyed afew of ms. Johnsons other books! Thanks for sharing!

This book was worth the wait. It felt like it was a real life story. Very well written and I enjoyed it immensely. I wished Sophia had the opportunity to whip at least one of the girls in that locker room. I wanted her to snatch her up so badly!

This was quite a remarkable story. A piece of history I knew nothing about. But it was truly a human story. These three characters, Ethel, Sonia/Katja, and Ozzie at times were lost, but ultimately found their lives. They found a purpose and a mission and I am richer for having read their stories.

Another beautifully written story by Sadeqa Johnson. From the moment you start reading this book, your heart starts to break with each character and by the end your healing with them. Every book she writes handles delicate complicated issues and she presents them in an empathetic way. I can’t wait for her next book!Also love that the Pride family is a part of this book. Would love a sequel about Willa!

The Author, Sadeqa Johnson, is a talented writer. She introduced me to Historical Fiction, and there's no turning back. I loved the characters and how she tied them together. I was satisfied with the ending.

Sadeqa Johnson is a master of historical fiction. The stories she brings to life not only shine a spotlight on stories that have been buried by history but make their readers better people through their telling. Keeper of Lost Children is a beautifully written book of courage, calling, and compassion.

Amazing story and writing! Easy transition from character to character. Enjoyed the emotional moments and story. Definitely a must read.

One thing about this author she is going to tell a story and I am going to read it everytime. I love how she does he research on topics she writes about. If you havent read book by her read them all!! Loved this book!

I couldn’t put this book down. Johnson writes beautiful, meaningful stories.I knew nothing about the orphaned children after WWII! Be prepared for this to pull at your heart, drive you to learn more, and be inspired by fictional character.