As Though You Were Mine by J. Marie Rundquist – Review by Rosanna Ingram

As Though You Were Mine by J. Marie Rundquist
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When Julie receives the news that her brother and his wife have passed away, her life is forever changed when she is told she has been named as guardian of his 4-year-old twins. Julie never saw herself in the maternal role. However, since she was the one who donated her eggs so her brother and his wife could have children, she can see why she was named guardian (even though she does not feel qualified…or ready).

Trying to take care of two children that have just lost their parents presents its own challenges. Add on the pressure of a family that is questioning her appointment, Julie wondering if she was the right choice herself, a boss that is not making life easier, and an ex that can’t seem to get the “ex” part (although Julie is not helping keep him away). But, when Grant (the sperm donor of the twins) shows up due to a sense of obligation, Julie’s life seems to get even more difficult.

This is a story that focuses on the relationships in our lives…whether familial, friendly, or romantic. There are strained relationships that must be fostered and mended, romantic relationships that need to be defined, and new relationships to be explored and built. I laughed and cried while reading this book. Julie is an amazing character that is really going through it….helping those around her heal while she is trying to heal herself. The author, through the use of detail and wonderful storytelling, brought these characters to life on the page and I felt like was in the room with them. A greatly written book that I enjoyed reading (with a box of tissues by my side).

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