Forever Lily: An Unexpected Mother’s Journey to Adoption in China by Beth Nonte Russell is the true story of one woman’s unplanned adoption of a baby girl from China.

Russell relates the incredible story of her journey to China with her friend Alex, to help her bring her adopted baby girl home. Once they get there and get the baby, Alex has second thoughts and decides she doesn’t want to keep her. Russell struggles with her own strong attachment to the baby and knows she cannot leave her behind.

Interwoven into the story are Russell’s dreams of a past life in China that she is having while she is there. It is a spiritual and transformational journey that will change the lives of many people involved. Also a haunting picture of orphanages in China overflowing with unwanted baby girls. A tender and heartfelt book, well worth reading.