A very simple book, I found this storyline quite simple and slow. Sara and Mike are the parents to 3 year old Ruby and this story leads us through the discovery of a diagnosis for Ruby that both Sara and Mike seem in denial about. While billions of people around the globe go through the same diagnosis for their own kids, it seems that this was made to be bigger than it needed to be with a strong streak of denial for Mike who weakly walks out on his family when they need him most, I thought this book passed the time but I wasn’t blown away by it by any means.

Excellent book. Hard subject but dealt with superbly. Was right into this one, couldn't put it done. Was the first for me from this author will be looking for more from her.


Thanks to the publisher and net galley for an early release of this book.

This is a great story that deals with family and more especially with those people who have issues with being special needs.

It was scary as how close it struck home as I have seen a lot of these people over the years and most are misunderstood or treated badly. This book shows what some of them can be like and gets rid of the stigma.

Sara and her husband Mike have moved in with Mike's mother while they find a new home. They have a three year old daughter Ruby.
Sara is finding things difficult with her daughter as she very seldom speaks and has huge temper tantrums if things are not done in a particular way.
Nobody is listening to Sara's concerns about her daughter and her husband is blaming her for being overly protective.
Having gone through this myself with my daughter, I was in Sara's corner all the way through this story and I know the fight she will have to get any help with this situation. This story felt very true to life for me.
Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for my e-copy in exchange for an honest review.

A wonderfully written, engaging true-to-life story about motherhood and the lengths we go to in order to protect our children. I found myself alternately tearing up and chuckling. Tough subjects handled with love and care. Very well done!

A beautiful heartwarming and emotional read, well written and I just loved all the characters.

Thank you to Netgalley and Bookouture for giving me the opportunity to read this book which I can thoroughly recommend.

A lovely book about a mother who has to jump hurdles to understand her young daughter and get her the help she needs. Very realistic! How many people are going through this very thing right now? I love how she finally lets down her guard and opens up to others in her life like her mother in law and other moms. The neighbor Lisa is a good reminder that things may look perfect in someone’s life but there can be plenty of darkness that is hidden. Also a realistic portrayal of a father who just doesn’t get it. Well done!

Your daughter will not speak… But can she teach you how to live?

Ever since Ruby was tiny, she has been unique. Her smiles are magically rare, and she likes things done in a very particular way – her blocks are always color-coded, and her toy animals stand in regimented lines. She’s also the daughter of Sara’s dreams – even on days when being a mother to a three-year-old is exhausting.

Not everyone understands Ruby like Sara does though. Not Sara’s husband Mike, and certainly not her disapproving mother-in-law, Barbara. So when circumstances force their family to move in with Barbara, Sara knows it’s going to make motherhood even harder.

Then Ruby’s pre-school suggest that her behavior and refusal to speak might be the first signs of a bigger issue, in the same week that Mike walks out on them. And Sara’s world is blown apart.

Facing life as a single parent and trying to work out Ruby’s needs is more than Sara can face alone. There’s only one person she can turn to for help – Barbara.

But Barbara knows something Sara doesn’t. She knows what can go wrong if you don’t look after your children right… And she’s determined not to let Sara make the same mistakes she did.

A touching story of a mother's love and a child with autism. It was a great story, but the end felt rushed. Thanks to NetGalley for the advance copy for review.

Another new author for me but so pleased to have found her!
A story of motherhood, friendship and fighting for your loved ones! Poignant, emotional, passionate but overall heartwarming and hopeful!
Sara knows her daughter ruby isn’t reaching her childhood milestones as she should be, her husband mike doesn’t think there is a problem but deep down Sara realises ruby needs help but until Ruby’s preschool suggest a referral it wasn’t real! This book describes the struggles and battles faced by Sara and those of her mother in law Barbara who turns out to be a surprising help and source of friendship and support! The fight/ struggle a mother will endure out of love for her child! Thought provoking and honest.
Thank you net galley for this early copy to read and enjoy x

A beautiful heart rending story of a mother's struggle to get help and a diagnosis for her little daughter Ruby who is not advancing like other children! Sarah and Mike move in with Mike's mother Barbara to save money for a place of their own! But then Mike walks out and leaves them! So Sarah has to struggle on her own. But Mike's mother, after a rocky start, helps out and she and Sarah become close friends!!
I couldn't put this one down! Thanks to Netgalley and Bookouture for allowing me to read this Arc.

This was an incredibly poignant book, well written and tender at times. It handles issues well and the storyline is engaging. The ending felt a bit rushed however.

I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Thank you NetGalley.

What a beautiful story. Seriously. It touches on the subject of autism which is extremely important. The book brought tears to my eyes at times. It was amazing.

Where I Found You was a beautiful and emotional read. It is about a mother's love and the struggle she will face to provide a full and happy life for her daughter. Sara loves her daughter Ruby with all her heart and only wants the best for her. But that isn't always easy, especially if your husband is irresponsible. So when he walks out on them one day, she will have to do everything on her own. Fortunately, her mother-in-law Barbara is there and wants to help them the best way she can. However, the relationship between Sara and Barbara isn't really good in the beginning. Ruby is unique and does things in a particular way. My heart broke for Sara and her frustration in not being able to fully understand what was going on with her daughter. She wants the best for her, and felt like a failure many times when she couldn't get through to her daughter. However, her determination was beautiful to read and thankfully she had people who supported her.

The main reason I didn't give this book a higher rating was because it didn't feel like a complete story. Especially the last quarter felt a bit rushed and the story ended before I got to see Sara fully grow. I think a couple of extra chapters would've been better in showing what happened after the major decisions Sara made in her life. I also wanted more of Ruby and see her grow. The epilogue was nice but not nearly enough to satisfy me. I would love a sequel to this book, but overall it was still a very nice and enjoyable read as a stand-alone. I recommend this book if the blurb caught your interest. I don't read a lot of Women's Fiction, but have been enjoying this genre a lot the last year. I'll definitely continue to read more books in this genre, and I will check out Emma Robinson's other books as well.

I don't usually read this type of book and wasn't sure I would like it.

I didn't like it, I loved it !!! What a wonderful book

You laugh, you cry, you cheer on Ruby, Sheila and even her mother in law Barbara.

There is a very good story in Where I Found You and I was turning the pages as fast as I could .

My first but not last book by Emma Robinson.

Thanks to Net Galley and Bookouture for the opportunity to read Where I Found You.

Where to start? I could write a PhD thesis on this book and the subjects it explores, not just a review so apologies for the waffling. As a mum of two autistic sons, I spent the majority of the book nodding vigorously at the content and situations that Sara, mum of beautiful Ruby, finds herself in. You really feel the sheer sense of being overwhelmed and alone, and I hope that this book and others like it get into the hands of readers, to spread the awareness and stop the judgement. (Told you I would waffle). The writer nailed her research and I absolutely broke down in laughter at the naked soft play comment. This has happened to be IRL and it's pretty funny (though not at the time!). I love how accurate the book is, and how it slots together into an ultimately uplifting masterpiece.

This story is fabulous, and I loved reading it. I cried happy and sad tears, read parts out to family and friends, and thoroughly enjoyed the storyline. Barbara is a complex, meaty character and her love for Ruby and her family whilst sometimes seemingly clumsy, is all done through love. Parents are all just doing their best and trying not to fail, and this book shows that in spades. A mother will do anything for her child, no matter how hard things get or seemingly impossible the task seems to be.
Robinson is a writer that hooks you in to the characters, you feel their pain, and will them to overcome the odds. Essential reading for anyone - I hope this book flies. 6 out of 5 sadly doesn't work in the review game, but I stand by my rating. A must read. I wish I had it 8 years ago, I really do.

Where I Found You is a beautiful book that centers on Autism and the struggles and worry a mother goes through as she is determined to find out why her child does not respond as other kids her age are. Little Ruby is a precious child and y heart went out to her mother. A mother's instinct is seldom wrong. Although I have a nephew with Asbergers and have been around some children with Autism, I really never thought of the struggle their parents go through and how important a support group is for them. It takes a village!
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I loved this story about sweet little Ruby. She is only 3 years old. Ruby isn’t talking much and seems to get really upset if her routine doesn’t go as planned. Ruby’s parents are Mike and Sara. Sara’s “motherly instinct “ tells her something is wrong with Ruby but Mike thinks it’s just Sara being paranoid. The author brings you into this family so that you feel you really know them all. You learn what Sara does to help her beautiful daughter. I would love to read a sequel 5-10 years down the road to see how they are all doing. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read an advance copy for my honest opinion.

Where I Found You was such a captivating book, I was so addicted to it, what a heartbreaking thing to go through when you realise you're child is so different and doesn't communicate like other children and the whole process of getting a diagnosis, I enjoyed this book very much.