In 1998, long before Dani discovered the truth of her biological paternity, she published a story called “The Secret Wife” about the discovery of her father’s second wife, a secret marriage that had been hidden for decades. Today, she reads and reflects on this story—the uncovering of thesilent grief and buried histories that shaped her. 

<p>In 1998, long before Dani discovered the truth of her biological paternity, she published a story called &ldquo;The Secret Wife&rdquo; about the discovery of her father&rsquo;s second wife, a secret marriage that had been hidden for decades. Today, she reads and reflects on this story&mdash;the uncovering of the<strong> </strong>silent grief and buried histories that shaped her.&nbsp;</p>

Family Secrets. We all have them. And while the discovery of family secrets can initially be terrifying or traumatic, often these discoveries have the power to liberate, heal, and even uplift us. Join Dani Shapiro, bestselling author of the memoir Inheritance, and her guests as they explore astonishing family secrets and uncover the extraordinary lessons the truth can teach us.

Family Secrets

All Without Telling Me

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