Embrace the Angel, Black & White Edition

by Patti DiMiceli, Bernie S. Siegel (Introduction), Scott Smith (Contributor)

"Embrace the Angel" is a story like no other. Over 30 years in the making, this book is an intimate journal, an exposé, a transformational guide, a non-fiction novel. Easy to read, yet riveting, once you pick it up, you won’t put it down until it’s over. Through the eyes of a child, you will tap into your “Power Within,” discover ways to heal your soul, and understand the meaning of life and death. How? The answers are in Amber’s hands. And in her hands, The Key.With the Foreword written by Bernie Siegel, Amber's surgeon, you will learn how he collaborated with Patti to help Amber "cross over the threshold" and into Heaven. As a result, the rest of her life was magical and her death was miraculous. Embracing life AND embracing death is a powerful legacy the Amber left behind for us to treasure.As Elisabeth Kubler-Ross said, after reading "Embrace the " "I read it through and through all over again. It's very beautiful and very touching, especially her dreams and her courage and wisdom. You need to share this with the world— for Amber and Chad and all the many parents who need to know."

392 pages, Paperback

First published April 8, 2011

Reviews

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

I received this book for free through goodreads first reads. This is sad. I can not imagine losing my child and I know I could not take it as well as Ms. Dimiceli does. If I had cancer, I certainly would not take it as well as Amber does. I am glad good could come from this tragedy, but I can not bring myself to fully believe that this was a plan God had for their family. Ms. Dimiceli overcame a troubled childhood and the death of a child and I am glad she found a support system and a family. I relate strongly to the struggles she went through in childhood, but where she turned to God, I turned away and I know I will ever find that faith again. Reading a book isn't going to change that. However Amber's Journey is inspiring and touching yet profoundly sad. Even if you are not religious, I would recommend reading it as an inspirational story about a journey through tragedy to the other side.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. It was very sad but really opened my eyes. I was so moved by it, and the fact that it was a true story held my attention thorughout the course of the book. I fell in love with Amber right off the bat. She sounded like an amazing little girl/angel. I would recommend this book because it helped me be more aware of the cancer world as well as it was an amazing read.