My Name is Mirko is a heartfelt and powerful memoir that follows Mirko Radman’s journey from a small coastal village in post-war Croatia to the promise of a new life in America. Growing up surrounded by poverty, political tension, and uncertainty, Mirko learns early what strength, hope, and faith truly mean. When he arrives in California in the mid-20th century, he steps into a world filled with opportunity—yet also new challenges. Through resilience, determination, and the support of family, Mirko transforms hardship into a story of courage, identity, and belonging. This emotional and inspiring memoir captures the true spirit of the immigrant experience and the enduring belief that even the hardest beginnings can lead to extraordinary lives.

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Lillian Wood has read countless mysteries, but nothing could prepare her for what she discovers in her daughter’s backyard. At 83, she may have more




