Unexpected Bonds : A Father's Journey
When a young bachelor finds a three-year-old girl named Lily waiting at his doorway one morning and claiming to be his daughter, his life takes an unexpected turn. With proof in the form of a DNA test certificate, Lily upends his world and forces him to assume the strange position of a single parent. Bewildered, confused, and completely unprepared, he sets out on a touching and dramatic adventure to solve Lily's mother's mystery while learning the ins and outs of parenthood.
He and Lily develop an unshakable relationship as he juggles the stress of parenting, from struggling with diapers to cooking meals. Despite the difficulties, their developing relationship makes him happy and humorous, even though his quest to find her mother takes him down unforeseen routes, bringing to light long-forgotten memories and past romances.
He gradually comes to terms with his new situation with the support of friends and surprising allies, such as his closest friend Sarah and the kind preschool instructor Emily. He encounters romance, excitement, and heartwarming situations that upend his beliefs about duty, love, and family along the road.
Upon discovering the truth about Lily's mother, Mia, he finds himself facing the intricacies of their previous relationship and the reasons for her challenging choice to entrust Lily to his care. Their mutual love for their daughter brings them together as they start to mend their relationship.
The three become a mixed family as they go on a number of excursions, learning about the pleasures and difficulties of motherhood and rekindling a love that was unexpected by both of them. They discover that family is not just about DNA, but also about the ties we choose to forge, and their trip is full of touching moments, jokes, and the odd tear.
The endearing slice-of-life book Unexpected Bonds: A Father's Journey combines romance, humor, action, and adventure. It narrates the tale of a man's journey from confused bachelor to loving parent, learning the real meaning of family, love, and the pleasant surprises life has to offer.