Karin Evans

About the Author

Karin Evans is an acclaimed author and journalist whose work delves into the profound human stories behind international adoption and cultural displacement. With a background in law and a passion for investigative narrative, she brings a compassionate yet unflinching lens to the experiences of families navigating global challenges. Her seminal book, The Lost Daughters of China: Abandoned Girls, Their Journey to America, and Their Search for a Missing Past, illuminates the heartbreaking realities of China's one-child policy and the resilient journeys of adopted daughters seeking their roots. Evans' writing not only informs but also advocates for greater awareness of transnational adoption issues, earning her recognition as a vital voice in contemporary nonfiction. She resides in California, where she continues to explore themes of identity, heritage, and belonging through her essays and articles.