Summary:
The memoir recounts the true story of two women who, after being separated at birth and adopted by different families, discover in their mid-thirties that they are identical twins. It delves into their emotional reunion, the exploration of their shared genetics versus their different upbringings, and the investigation into the secretive study that orchestrated their separation.
Key points:
1. Nature vs. Nurture: The book discusses the influence of genetics and environment on personality through the story of twins, Elyse and Paula.
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