These kind words reflect how Connected: Finding My Truth has resonated with readers, fellow writers, and search angels. I’m deeply grateful to those who have shared their reflections on this journey.

Kind Words from Readers and Fellow Search Angels

Featured in The Inside Track Newsletter

February 2026

When a monumental discovery births an identity crisis of epic proportions, Hochberg launches a quest to discover the truth about her origins. She pursues answers relentlessly, undaunted by the carefully guarded secrets that continually stymie her dogged efforts. An incredible story marked by inspiring determination.
— Beth Steury, Author • Speaker • DNA Search Angel

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A Voice for the Voiceless

I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your incredible book on your experience with adoption and black market babies. I am truly in awe of the depth of determination, as well as research, compassion, and insight, you have poured into for so many years of your identity search/search for self. Your ability to be so genuine and vulnerable shined a light on such a complex and often overlooked topic and is nothing short of remarkable.  I’m in awe of you. 

Your experiences and ability to relate them to me not only informed me, but they also moved me deeply. The way you humanized your experiences of being affected by these dark realities was powerful, and I could feel your passion for advocating for yourself and the voiceless. The book is a testament to your dedication and your deep understanding of a topic that needs more attention.

Thank you for writing such an impactful work and for sharing it with the world. I know it will make a difference in the lives of many, and I am proud to know someone who has contributed so thoughtfully to such an important conversation.

With gratitude and admiration,

David B. Bohl  

DavidBBohl.com

March 2, 2025

Shout out to the amazing ladies I met this morning at Old Town Hall from Tennessee and your wonderful book club! It was such a pleasure chatting with you all. I loved the idea of a possible Zoom book club meetup and hope we can make it happen. Wishing you more great reads, good coffee, and fun adventures ahead!

July 24. 2025

The First Reactions to Connected: Finding My Truth

A book titled 'connected finding my truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg standing on a table with a pot of yellow, white, and green flowers. The table has a green shamrock-patterned tablecloth with the word 'Lucky' embroidered on it. 
Received my copy of Connected. Can't wait  to read it. Photo by Rosemary P.
A paperback book titled "connected finding my truth" by Diana Kayla Hochberg resting on the seat of a golf cart, with the golf cart's steering wheel and pedals also visible. 
The story is so captivating. I brought                        it with me to the golf course.                                   Photo by Cheryl Sweeney.
A book titled 'Connected: finding my truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg, with a black-and-white photo of three women dressed in vintage fashion, one in a strapless dress, one in a polka-dot swimsuit, and a young girl peeking from behind a wall, held in a person's left hand at a restaurant table. 
     Purchased my cousin's book today.               Photo by Eric Teague.
A man with a gray beard and balding head holding a book titled 'Connected: Finding My Truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg, with a black-and-white photo of women in vintage swimwear on the cover. 
Just got my copy of Connected, Finding My Truth by Diana Kayla Hochberg! Excited to dive in after years of hard work—it's finally here! Photo by 🤠 Steve Lincoln  in Silver City, NM.
Book titled 'Connected: Finding My Truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg on a wooden desk with a laptop, a pen, and a USB flash drive. 
Congratulations my dear friend!                      Started reading and loving it!!!                                 Photo by Jean K.Widner.
A woman with red hair sitting in bed, reading a book titled 'Connected: Finding My Truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg. She wears a blue strap top and a beige cardigan.

Reading this book has been an absolute joy, offering a deep and heartfelt glimpse into the life of someone who has become family to me. Every page draws you in, making it impossible to put down. A truly captivating and meaningful read! Photo by Katelyn Ruppard - Clunan.

A man with glasses and a beard holding a book in an outdoor plaza with buildings and tents in the background.

Richard Nesbit caught me at the Georgetown a the signing event at the Georgetown Festival. Photo by Diana.

A woman with short gray hair, glasses, and hoop earrings holds a book titled "connected finding" by Diana Kayla Hochberg. The book features a black and white photo of three women in vintage swimwear standing outside a building with the word "Ladies" visible. 
I couldn’t put it down.       Photo by Carole Teller
A book titled 'Diana Kayla Hochberg' with a pair of glasses resting on it, on a wooden surface, with other objects blurred in the background. 
I was hooked from page one.                               Photo by  Helene Albright.
A smiling man with glasses holding a book titled 'Connected: Finding My Truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg. He is wearing a black hoodie and standing indoors in front of a colorful abstract painting. 
Just received my book from my Parisian travel buddy, Diana! Can't wait to get into it. Photo of Brent Corbie by Steve Lincoln.
A wooden table with a cup of coffee, a small container of stir sticks, and a book titled 'Connected' by Diana Kayla Hochberg. In the background, a bookshelf with plants, and a coffee station with a coffee machine. 
I am eager to immerse myself in it.                   Photo by Andrea Edwards.
A man sitting on a couch, reading a book titled 'Connected: Finding My Truth' by Diana Kayla Roshberg, with a framed photo of a boy on a nearby table. 
I'm halfway thru Connected: Finding My Truth WOW - What a rollercoaster.                                Photo by Jesus Abrego.
Book cover titled 'Connected: Finding My Truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg, featuring a black-and-white photo of two women in swimsuits, standing outdoors, with a man and a girl in the background. 
Beautifully written and crafted, this reads as a deeply engaging and universal story of perseverance. Photo by Elena Paperny.
Hand holding a book titled 'Connected: finding my truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg in front of a colorful fall landscape with trees and open sky.
A person holding a book titled 'Connected: Finding My Truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg. The cover features a black and white photo of three women in vintage swimsuits standing outdoors.

@dianakaylahochberg Your perseverance, fearlessness and tenacity to continue on your quest to learn more about your origins is inspiring. I appreciate your words as a fellow LDA. Thank you for sharing your incredible story with the world. Photo by Heather.

Rebecca just received my book and said "Can't want to read it” Photo by Rebecca Autumn Sansom .

Book cover titled 'Connected: Finding My Truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg. The cover features a vintage black-and-white photo of two women in swimsuits posing outdoors, with a woman in the background near the ladies' restroom. 
To my friend Diana, your perseverance and strength shine through every page of this book.
A smiling woman with long blonde hair sitting on a couch holding a book titled 'Connected: Finding My Truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg. 
I lived through a lot of her early investigations, and let me tell you - it's very interesting.         Photo by Stacey Monroe.
A book titled "Connected: Finding My Truth" by Diana Kayla Hochberg is lying on a wooden surface. Beside it, there is a pink unicorn pen, a pair of pink glasses, and a glass bowl filled with colorful jelly beans. The items are arranged neatly on the table. 
I'm looking forward to digging into @dianakaylahochberg's just published memoir. Photo by Heather D-H.
A person sitting on the beach with sand visible, holding a book titled 'Connected: Finding My Truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg, featuring a black and white photo of two women in vintage clothing on the cover. 
I will be deep into this book until I finish it! Photo by Holly Raker.
An elderly woman with red hair, glasses, and painted purple nails is sitting in a red armchair, holding a book titled "connected: finding my truth" by Sierra Kayla Rochers, which features a black-and-white photo of two children on the cover. 
Just started reading Diana's new book. It's marvelous! Don't forget to pick up yout copy! Photo by Laurie Morrison.
A smiling woman with glasses holding a book titled 'Connected: Finding My Truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg, sitting inside near a window with yellow curtains and a clock on the wall. 
Look what arrived today! I’m so excited to read your book. Photo by Jennifer Fahlsing.
Person holding a book titled 'Connected: Finding My Truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background.

If you would like an awesome book of mystery written by a local here in Pawleys Island I highly suggest reading Diana Kayla Hochberg’s book c.o.n.n.e.c.t.e.d Finding My Truth…I’m halfway thru it and it’s so good. Inspired by her true story of how she found out she was adopted and who her Mother was…pick it up! Photo by Kim Harrigal.

A book titled 'Connected: Finding My Truth' by Diana Kayla Hochberg. The cover features a black and white photo of three women, two of whom are in swimsuits, standing near a building with a sign that reads 'Ladies'.

Marcie said, “My latest read!” Photo by Marcie Keithley.