The author uses a deft pen to focus on her own father's experiences in France. and on her family's reunion with a young orphan boy that he met there.

Absolutely enthralling, tenderly written. This book won't disappoint. Strongly recommended. If you only read one book this year, Finding Gilbert should be it.

I love, love, love Finding Gilbert! I laughed, I cried. I literally could not put it down,

This memoir reads like a novel with subplots and stories intertwined seamlessly. Finding Gilbert is one of my favorite books of all the books I’ve read… And I have read a LOT of books!

I highly recommend Diane’s book. She is a very gifted writer.

This book is simply beautiful. Within its pages are stories within stories, and they all began with an encounter between an American soldier and a little French boy in the months following the D-day landings on Omaha Beach, France, in June 1944.

The story is absolutely captivating, not only an incredibly in-depth memoir of the author, but also of her father.

In it she captures beautifully the love which can exist between a father and daughter.

This book is an extremely powerful story of a father's love and a daughter's determination that is both engaging and very moving.

I found it very difficult to put down.

Overall it is an inspiring story that reminds the readers to follow our hearts no matter what the circumstances.

The author's perseverance and dedication to her dreams will stay with me.

I finished this book in two sittings it was so fabulous. I was brought to tears on more than one occasion.

Think it would make an excellent screenplay!

BUY THIS BOOK you won’t regret it.

There are many books about WWII, love and loss, but few end with reconnection and warmth to last.

This book is one that will touch your heart and stay in your mind.