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Perseverance
From the time she was a little girl, Kristin Peck had a plan for everything – for her career, family and children. Now, graduating from business school, newly married, Kristin is ready to take the next step of starting a family. But when Kristin’s first pregnancy ends with a miscarriage, she is devastated. When her second pregnancy does as well, Kristin and her husband Bob turn to in vitro fertilization – and are heartbroken again after a third miscarriage. Undaunted, they turn to alternate options, including surrogacy and adoption, but face setbacks at every turn, some so unthinkable that they never could have been predicted. In the most extreme of circumstances, when all of our careful plans are thrown out the window, how do we persevere? In spite of the pain and sorrow of the many years spent trying to start their family, Kristin and Bob remain positive, loving, and driven – and learn in their ultimately rewarding journey that life’s joys come more from the unexpected than from the expected.
100% of Kristin Peck’s proceeds from the sale of Perseverance will be donated to Family and Children's Agency.
Kristin Peck is thrilled to be the working mother of two amazing children. She keeps herself sane by belting out her favorite pop and country songs while running and completing triathlons, and is proud to have recently completed her first marathon. She is currently EVP, Group President of Zoetis, Inc., the world's largest animal health company. Kristin received her bachelor’s from Georgetown and her MBA from Columbia Business School. Kristin, her husband, two children and their dog live in CT. Perseverance is her first book.
Cover design by Hannah Perrine Mode.
100% of Kristin Peck’s proceeds from the sale of Perseverance will be donated to Family and Children's Agency.
Kristin Peck is thrilled to be the working mother of two amazing children. She keeps herself sane by belting out her favorite pop and country songs while running and completing triathlons, and is proud to have recently completed her first marathon. She is currently EVP, Group President of Zoetis, Inc., the world's largest animal health company. Kristin received her bachelor’s from Georgetown and her MBA from Columbia Business School. Kristin, her husband, two children and their dog live in CT. Perseverance is her first book.
Cover design by Hannah Perrine Mode.
85 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2014
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July 7, 2014
It was a nice story, really it was. But I couldn't help thinking about how this wasn't a story that was going to be useful to the average person going through infertility. The Pecks appeared to be in a rather lofty socio-economic stratosphere. As difficult as their journey was, it just doesn't resemble most people's reality. I am glad they were able to do these things, glad they had the resources, and I wish them well.
February 10, 2015
I think this is the most difficult book I have ever had to rate. It is well written book. The top Kindle Single of 2014. A mixture of pain and joy. But I have given it 3 stars because the worldview off tangent a bit and it is too self focused on places. It would have been good to see the world more through her husbands eyes.
August 10, 2017
Kristin Peck writes about her experiences as only a mother could. Her story is very "in her head," with little imagery or explanation of the world outside herself (save for the few poignant moments with her husband), but it is her feelings and thoughts that make this quick read something to remember.
I picked up this book after seeing that it was on a list for free books for Amazon Prime members. After reading her story and knowing where the proceeds are going, I wish I had bought the book for a price.
I picked up this book after seeing that it was on a list for free books for Amazon Prime members. After reading her story and knowing where the proceeds are going, I wish I had bought the book for a price.
July 10, 2017
One of the best.
As a woman who struggled with infertility many years ago this book touched me on many levels. I'm so thankful that we were able to adopt our son through a private adoption and were able to be at the hospital when he was born. We are so proud of our son who is now married and they've given us three amazing grandchildren.
As a woman who struggled with infertility many years ago this book touched me on many levels. I'm so thankful that we were able to adopt our son through a private adoption and were able to be at the hospital when he was born. We are so proud of our son who is now married and they've given us three amazing grandchildren.
July 3, 2017
Excellent read
Great story line. Interesting to read about all the details involved with various methods required to get pregnant. Loved the ending!!!
Great story line. Interesting to read about all the details involved with various methods required to get pregnant. Loved the ending!!!
September 10, 2017
Fascinating
I recommend this to any coupe having trouble conceiving, carrying, adopting, or doing a surrogate birth. The emotions were real and the details were helpful.
I recommend this to any coupe having trouble conceiving, carrying, adopting, or doing a surrogate birth. The emotions were real and the details were helpful.
July 31, 2018
A Kindle short about a couple's journey through infertility.
December 16, 2022
I can relate this book.
May 29, 2014
I must admit, I chose this book based on the baby feet on the cover. It showed up on my Kindle Paperwhite as a special offer and I clicked on it to check it out. There was a message saying I could borrow the book for free with my Prime membership and I figured why not. I never read a blurb or anything, just figured it must have to do with babies and I love babies. I also didn't realize it was a memoir until toward the end.
Anyway, this is a short book (I think it's called a "Kindle Single") about one couple's strong desire to become parents. They go through all kinds of fertility treatments, surrogacy, adoption, etc. in their quest. I had some of her same issues with pregnancy, so parts of it really hit home with me. The author wrote in such an engrossing way that I read this in one sitting, I couldn't put it down. Even with things I've never experienced, her writing was so touching, I felt her pain.
I'd recommend this to those that are interested in infertility and the struggles that surround it, also to those that love babies. This short story may not be to everyone's liking, but for me, it was a great read.
Anyway, this is a short book (I think it's called a "Kindle Single") about one couple's strong desire to become parents. They go through all kinds of fertility treatments, surrogacy, adoption, etc. in their quest. I had some of her same issues with pregnancy, so parts of it really hit home with me. The author wrote in such an engrossing way that I read this in one sitting, I couldn't put it down. Even with things I've never experienced, her writing was so touching, I felt her pain.
I'd recommend this to those that are interested in infertility and the struggles that surround it, also to those that love babies. This short story may not be to everyone's liking, but for me, it was a great read.
May 17, 2014
Perseverance isn't the type of book that will give you step by step, "How to Become a New Parent" in six easy lessons instructions. Rather, it's an emotional journey that lets the infertile know they aren't alone.
Kristin peck suffered through five miscarriages and multiple rounds of fertility treatment, a botched adoption, and more. She was subjected to all of the attempts by others to comfort her when they just really needed to be there for her and not saying.
While Peck had different values and perspective than my wife and I, and pursued some options my wife and I never would have in terms of fertility treatments, I found myself relating to her story and for once not feeling so alone.
Kristin peck suffered through five miscarriages and multiple rounds of fertility treatment, a botched adoption, and more. She was subjected to all of the attempts by others to comfort her when they just really needed to be there for her and not saying.
While Peck had different values and perspective than my wife and I, and pursued some options my wife and I never would have in terms of fertility treatments, I found myself relating to her story and for once not feeling so alone.
May 1, 2014
Great story told with a lot of heart
This is a terrific book. It's a serious topic, all of the trials and tribulations of infertility, but ultimately it's told with love and determination and humor. It's a fantastic story with some amazing plot twists that you definitely aren't expecting. I would recommend this to anyone who has faced infertility or know someone that has.
This is a terrific book. It's a serious topic, all of the trials and tribulations of infertility, but ultimately it's told with love and determination and humor. It's a fantastic story with some amazing plot twists that you definitely aren't expecting. I would recommend this to anyone who has faced infertility or know someone that has.
May 20, 2014
A personal saga about a woman who has fertility problems - I found it fascinating and impossible to put down. One learns a lot about the whole process that couples go through when they encounter problems of fertility. I don't usually get to swept up emotionally when I read, but the last two chapters I found so moving... I was on the verge of tears. Very worthwhile reading.
August 7, 2014
I needed this
this book spoke to my soul. No one knows the pain of infertility more than the couple that are trying. It's ridiculous how much IVF cost and it doesn't always get you the results you prayed for. Kristin thanks for sharing your story. Tonight I can sleep peacefully knowing there is still some hope.
this book spoke to my soul. No one knows the pain of infertility more than the couple that are trying. It's ridiculous how much IVF cost and it doesn't always get you the results you prayed for. Kristin thanks for sharing your story. Tonight I can sleep peacefully knowing there is still some hope.
July 22, 2014
Wonderfully encouraging
Wonderfully encouraging
Thank you Kristin for writing this story. Moving and genuinely gives me hope that my own journey will be successful!
Wonderfully encouraging
Thank you Kristin for writing this story. Moving and genuinely gives me hope that my own journey will be successful!
July 1, 2015
Loved the story
My grandson, Connor was born at 36
Weeks as my daughter blood pressure went really high. It turned out the cord was wrapped around . Lovhis neck. He weighed in at 4 lbs 13 oz. Today he is a bouncing smart seven year old. Love him to death
My grandson, Connor was born at 36
Weeks as my daughter blood pressure went really high. It turned out the cord was wrapped around . Lovhis neck. He weighed in at 4 lbs 13 oz. Today he is a bouncing smart seven year old. Love him to death
May 11, 2014
I'm not a reader but...
This book has given me new hope that one day Daniel and I will be parents. Thanks to Kristen for writing about her experiences.
This book has given me new hope that one day Daniel and I will be parents. Thanks to Kristen for writing about her experiences.
June 11, 2014
I commend this couple for pushing forward through all that they endured! A heartwarming story. I would have love to have heard more about their being parents, though :)
December 30, 2014
Perseverance
This was such a good book. Many of the things that happened in this story happened to me, o I could really relate. Please take time to read this book.
This was such a good book. Many of the things that happened in this story happened to me, o I could really relate. Please take time to read this book.
January 1, 2016
This was a great story!
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