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An autobiographical novel and an unforgettable record of a difficult and troubled adoption, "The Martian Child" is a relentlessly honest, funny, and at times heartbreaking portrait of a special bond between a father and his son--a son who thinks he's a Martian.--from a Hugo and Nebula Award winner

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The Martian Child



Once upon a time, I’d had this fantasy, I wouldn’t tell my mother anything at all about the impending adoption—then one day, I’d show up at her house with a little boy. She would look at him ask, “Who’s this?” And I would reply, “Your new grandson.” Just for the look on her face and the resulting shriek of surprise. ... view entire excerpt...

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