As the title implies, this is a tale of love and mendacity, recurring acts that surround the unique sublime adoption theme. The story does not lead to a merciless condemnation of certain characters for mistakes or actions in their past; instead, it focuses on the cumulative ill effects of lies and deception as the only way to deal with difficult situations. In the end, repentance and forgiveness prevailed, providing a new insight into the complex spectrum of adoptions. Relevant passages throughout the story may provide adoptees with a better understanding of the emotional complexities of the adoption process - fictional material that mimics many of the conflicts affronted by such endeavor of love by all parties involved. The new events in the final chapters sealed the fate of many in grand finale surprise.