Secrets of an Elusive Father - Lesage, Caroll
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Everyone has their secrets but at what cost? When author Caroll Lesage was connected with his half-sister, neither of them could predict the secrets they would unearth together about their father. From secret love affairs and love triangles to adoption and bigamy, the further they dig into their family history, the more mysteries surface. Secrets of an Elusive Father is part memoir, part genealogical uncovering of one son's search for the truth about his father. Caroll Lesage leans into difficult subjects, such as sexual abuse, rape, and sexual orientation, with grace and courage. Encouraged…mehr

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Everyone has their secrets but at what cost? When author Caroll Lesage was connected with his half-sister, neither of them could predict the secrets they would unearth together about their father. From secret love affairs and love triangles to adoption and bigamy, the further they dig into their family history, the more mysteries surface. Secrets of an Elusive Father is part memoir, part genealogical uncovering of one son's search for the truth about his father. Caroll Lesage leans into difficult subjects, such as sexual abuse, rape, and sexual orientation, with grace and courage. Encouraged by loved ones to share this story and all its complexities, Lesage hopes to reach others facing their own family difficulties and show them they're not alone in their struggles. He demonstrates the power of forgiveness and compassion, even when faced with life-altering knowledge. How secrets are complex and sometimes come with the best of intentions. Readers in search of their next titillating family drama will enjoy unraveling the secrets tangled in this memoir and learning of the sacrifices that one father will make to protect his family.
Autorenporträt
Caroll Lesage est défenseur des droits des personnes âgées 2SLGBTQIA+ et est retraité de la fonction publique fédérale. En tant que bénévole, il contribue à apporter des changements positifs aux services de soins de santé et aux services sociaux destinés aux personnes âgées 2SLGBTQIA+. Il a reçu la Médaille du jubilé de la reine Elizabeth II, laquelle est décernée aux personnes ayant apporté une contribution exceptionnelle à leur communauté ou au Canada dans son ensemble. Secrets d'un père insaisissable est son premier livre. Dans ses temps libres, Caroll est membre du groupe Ottawa Independent Writers et s'adonne au vélo et au ski de fond. Il vit à Ottawa, Ontario, avec son conjoint Brian et leur chienne Sasha.