Messages: Signs, Visits, and Premonitions from Loved Ones Lost on 9/11

by Bonnie McEneaney

“Through moving stories, insights, and incredible spirit messages, she takes you on a journey of love, in which your soul will forever be transformed.”
—James Van Praagh, spiritual medium and author of Unfinished Business

As told by Bonnie McEneaney, the wife of 9/11 victim Eamon McEneaney (Lacrosse Hall of Fame 1992), Messages is a collection of inspiring true stories about the spiritual experiences of those who lost loved ones on September 11, 2001. A moving and fascinating look at the unexplained, Messages offers comfort, hope, and understanding to all who were touched by the tragic events of that terrible day.

Genres: Nonfiction, Paranormal, Biography, Spirituality, Book Club, Inspirational, History

272 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2010

Reviews

[Susanna · Rating 4 out of 5]

It occurred to me to look for a book on this subject - 9/11 and paranormal - because recently, during the 10th anniversary of the tragedy, I was watching a documentary where the widow of one of the victims of the World Trade Centre said he knew his wife was gone because he felt her soul going right through his body. I do have an interest in these subjects, even though my interest stems mainly from own difficulty in believing, fully. My friends, those who know me well, and that have an unwavering faith, usually call me "Doubting Thomas" because I am always looking to disprove what I'd like to believe.

In fact, I should have a poster in my bedroom saying "I want to believe", like Fox Mulder. But I digress...

Truth is, I didn't have to go far into the book to find experiences that were so similar to "phenomena" I've experienced - in fact they were almost identical. For someone who has so much doubts it was quite comforting. Am I a complete believer now? I'd like to say "yes" but I'll just say I'm closer.

I gave it 4 stars because the editing is not great, but that shouldn't stop anyone from reading this book. Perhaps the stories you'll read will be very hard to believe for those who have never experienced anything similar, that is, unless you have received signs from the other side you'll probably dismiss this book. I know I would.

Ultimately, there is so much love pouring out of this book and it does bring some sense of comfort, that says there is much more to life than this.

[Roberta Grimes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bonnie McEneaney lost her husband in the World Trade Center Towers on 9/11. Soon thereafter she began to receive signs from him, as did many widows and other survivors. McEneaney eventually collected these accounts into a book that also includes premonitions and messages received in other ways. This is a beautiful and moving account of a group of people who left their homes one morning not expecting that they were about to die, and then were desperate to assure their families that they were still okay.

[Elliott]

This year has been the worst year for reading I’ve ever had since I learned to read. My wife passed away unexpectedly leaving me and our infant daughter.
I’m not terribly religious or even terribly spiritual. But, I’m also too much of a coward to be an atheist.
I picked up this book because I really, really wish that the things in it are true.
I certainly believe that the people who are featured are not malicious people and I do not think that they are lying, and I cannot rightly accuse them of embellishing, or being deluded. I trust their recollections to be accurate. There could be a very mundane, and physical answer for what they describe but it would not be fair of me to pick their experiences apart with my own assumptions when I don’t have any reason to do so.
I am inclined to skepticism and so I personally cannot believe the things they recount but I don’t think that I’m anymore “right” than they are.

[Holly · Rating 2 out of 5]

The editing of this book is terrible, but the content is pretty interesting. My mother in law gave me a copy of the book because my sister in law and niece are written about, but otherwise I would never have chosen to read this book on my own. If you can get past the poor word choices and grammatical errors, you'll find some fascinating stories.

[Tannie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not my favorite... and the fact is that I can't even pinpoint why I didn't love it. I liked a lot of things about it, but it just didn't resonate with me. I thought it was written poorly, but it had some great stories. I didn't like the emphasis on psychics and mediums (I guess that's part of the reason I didn't like it).

[Denise · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Even though 9/11 was a tragedy in many ways it was more about ordinary people doing extraordinary things to help those around them. And many of the loved ones left behind have had messages letting them know that they are okay and still very much aware of them. Love goes beyond this life in an eternal link.

[Camellia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I highly recommend this book to anyone who has lost someone through tragic and sudden death.

[B.J. McNamara · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Wonderful Book of Hope. This book should be read by anyone going through difficult circumstances especially the recent loss of a loved one. The theme of the unbreakable power of love, even across the divide, resonates in each of the wonderful stories. Here family members and friends of 9/11 victims share the experiences they have had that convinced them their loved one(s) were not gone forever after they died; rather, they are still present only in a spiritual way, making themselves known through signs and different types of visitations. The author, who lost her husband on 9/11 and shares her own experiences, emphasizes that the book is not intended to make believers out of skeptics or attempt to enforce a specific dogma. Rather, as she says in her Afterward, the book's purpose is to "give people hope- hope that indeed there is "more than this", and that when facing one's own personal losses, there is a place for faith, hope and love to reside."

[Carol Bledsoe · Rating 4 out of 5]

It took me a long time to read this book because I read it while I was grieving for my husband of 42 years. I could only read a handful of pages at a time and had to take a break until I was in the right frame of mind to read more. I have experienced many of the things people describe in the book. I personally had trouble with the section on mediums, but I did read it. I completely understand why many people who lost loved ones on 9/11 sought them out, I just don't believe in that. However, one of the mediums did say that he/she (I can't remember whether it was a male or female) sees her gift as a way to bring people closer to their faith. There is a lot in this book that will bring peace and comfort to those who are grieving for loved ones.

[Krysten · Rating 3 out of 5]

I honestly liked these stories quite a lot. Although I think a lot of paranormal experiences are confirmation bias and wishful thinking, I don't think they can all be explained that way, and I also think that whatever they are, they can be very calming and even life-altering for people.

This book suffered from the inclusion of too many poems. The poems were not good. I am sorry to say this.

There also wasn't much skepticism - there was one mention of a psychic/medium who got things wrong, but I'm sure there could've been more.

Also mostly stories from white people of a Judeo-Christian background. Of course.

Still a very pleasant and hope-giving read.

[SundayAtDusk · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the absolute best spiritualism book that I have read in I don't know how long. The stories cover after-death communication, premonitions and dreams from those associated with 9/11. Even readers who don't believe in spiritualism or the paranormal, will still be able to find stories, poems and pictures in Mrs. McEneaney's book that will touch their souls. It is an intelligent book, edited in a professional manner. I cannot say enough good things about this book.

(Note: I received a free ARC of this book from Amazon Vine.)

[Elly Yandell · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was very good. I really enjoyed reading it because I find the after life with spirits very interesting. I enjoyed reading other peoples encounters with spirits. This book is specifically about people who have died in 9/11 spirits. The author, Bonnie McEneaney, personally spoke with other families who lost someone in the 9/11 attack. I recommend this book to people who have interest in the afterlife and with spirits. I would not recommend it to someone who is creeped out by stuff like that or who doesn't enjoy it.

[suzanne pajonas · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found comfort in this book. These premonitions that made no sense when heard at first then after 9/11 those words were a hint that there is more to this life than we know. That love never dies. That evil will never win and average people can do extraordinary things and even die helping others. My heart goes out to all the murdered victims and families. Especially Wayne Russo who wasn’t in the book but is always in everyone’s heart who knew him

[Anna Wallace · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing and captivating read. These premonitions, messages, and visits from those lost on 9/11 are truly thought provoking, especially if you’ve encountered this phenomenon yourself. If you have any doubts about an afterlife, this novel quite possibly could convince you otherwise. Even if this is not your belief, this novel certainly honors those lives lost to this devastating tragedy. God Bless the USA; especially the survivors, those that were lost, their loved ones, and first responders.

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good book. I enjoyed every bit except for the parts about psychics. Still not sure if I believe they are legit so I skipped the chapter that was focused on them and 9/11. I would definitely recommend reading this book. I did shed a tear or two but it was heartwarming to read stories about those lost on 9/11 "returning" to let their loved ones to let them know they were ok.

[Justin Wolffing · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you're looking for a good book to bring out the feels, this is it. It makes you question whether there is a great beyond. Some of these stories have to be true. I believe some of them. There's just too much evidence that there is something beyond our mortal plane. What that is, we will all find out eventually.
I found myself tearing up while reading this.

[Brianna Kolodziejski · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is teeth gittering! It provides a insight of the struggles families faced with the disater that happened on 9/11. Wife's were faced with signs and messages from their loved ones letting them they were okay, allowing some relief from all the horror.

[Lindsay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yup. I read this book. Totally loved it. Everyone knows I love stories about spirits and how love transcends death, but I’m almost embarrassed at how quickly I tore through this book. Beautiful, remarkable stories.

[Elena Wagner · Rating 5 out of 5]

messages: signs,visits, and premonitions from loved ones lost on 9/11

Reading this book gave me hope that love does not die after losing so many loved ones in my life. Reading this book is very comforting.

[Joanie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read this book because of 9/11/01.
Referred it to a cousin/friend who thought it was the best book!

[Cathy Scarnati · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting and sad,

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

On a personal note, I lost two close family members this year. Reading this book made my cry and laugh and ponder events in recent months as well as the tragic events on 9/11.

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Now I wish there were 20 more books dedicated to this subject matter that I could read over obsessively. Breathtaking stories.

[Claire Frances · Rating 5 out of 5]

It gave me goosebumps. I believe people can predict their deaths by their dreams, premonitions, and signs

[Linda Powell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bonnie writes beautifully about experiences we all have after losing people we love.

[Jaculin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Grief blows. This was comforting.

[Raffaella · Rating 3 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️e 1/2

[Dennis McMahon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Miraculous Stories, Wonderfully Told

As someone who became inspired to pursue "9/11 Truth" after spontaneously connecting with a group of 9/11 spirits while working near Ground Zero in 2008, I was hopeful that the encounters reported in "Messages" would touch on the fact that that there is much more to 9/11 than what the government and mainstream media is telling us. The only instance in "Messages" that arguably comes close to making that point is when Deena Burnett discusses her husband Tom's 9/11 premonitions. Tom said that he didn't know exactly what was going to happen, but predicted that '...it was going to impact a large number of people and that it had something to do with the White House.' Despite the fact that "Messages" included just this one reference to what might be considered a grain of 9/11 Truth, I thoroughly enjoyed reading Bonnie McEneaney's painstaking account of the many wonderful signs and visits from loved ones lost on 9/11, and the positive impact that resulted. "Messages" also confirmed much of the knowledge I have gained during a spiritual quest that began in earnest in 1997, and validated my own metaphysical experiences.

I very much appreciated that Mrs. McEneaney allowed the families and friends of loved ones lost on 9/11 to share their miraculous encounters in their own words. The author's thoughtful introductions to the people involved helps the reader to get to know them. The inclusion of their photographs is a wonderful touch, and very much enhances the feeling of familiarity.

As those familiar with the phenomena are aware, our loved ones in Spirit will use whatever methods they can to let us know that they are okay and that they still love us--be it contact thru dreams, synchronicities, feelings, thoughts, sounds, smell, touch, electricity, coins, animals, or otherwise. The experiences related in "Messages" involve all of these, and more...including a number of the less common methods of contact such as actually seeing a loved one who has crossed over. Of course, HOW any of this can happen will always be a great mystery, but as the insightful Mrs. McEneaney makes clear, connections with loved ones in Spirit do in fact occur and are not all that uncommon.

The author's telling of the extraordinary number of premonitions leading up to 9/11 was especially intriguing, and totally supportive of the belief held by many in the spirituality community that, "The soul knows when it's time to go home."

Since our Western minds will always tend to doubt the validity of metaphysical occurrences--even when we they happen to us--it's very important to share our experiences with others (while being careful with whom we confide). Mrs. McEneaney has performed a valuable service in this regard, by gathering and sharing testimonial evidence that there is life after death, that love never dies, and that our loved ones on the Other Side continue to watch over us. Presented in the context of 9/11, the seminal event of our time, the evidence is that much more powerful and persuasive.

[Suzan · Rating 4 out of 5]

The author's husband worked at the World Trade Center and lost his life on 9/11. After his death she felt his presence reassuring her that he was okay and was watching over her and their family. Other people he knew saw his spirit and came away with the same message, "I'm okay." She wondered if other people who had lost loved ones on 9/11 were having similar experiences. She was astounded by the number of people who were, and records their experiences in this book as well as her own. What I really liked about this book is the reassurance that there is life after death...our spirits live on, that family relationships continue on and our deceased loved ones are aware of their families, and they love them and are with them. Love is what really matters, family and relationships matter! This book made me more grateful for God and his tender mercies as grieving family members were blessed with dreams, visits, and signs...things that gave them comfort, peace, and an assurance that their loved ones were okay and they were in a good place.
A closing thought I loved was that there were 19 guys who got on airplanes and because of hatred caused such terrible death and destruction, but there were millions of people who were there to give help and aid. Such terrible hatred is the exception, the normal tendency for people is to love and to care and help.

[Kathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a fascinating book! Bonnie McEneaney, the widow of a man killed at the World Trade Center on 9/11, shares her shock at the large number of 9/11 families she meets who report supernatural happenings around the time of the tragedy. Multiple victims who began to “settle accounts” in the weeks before, buying life insurance or arranging their personal papers; bad dreams and ominous premonitions, telling friends and family that “something big” was about to happen but they had no idea what. On Sept 11, many family members and friends experienced strange and shocking sensations before concluding that a loved one was dead. And, in the years that followed, some even reported apparitions.
The book was not compiled by a professional writer, nor does it attempt to prove or debunk the various stories. It simply allows family members to tell their haunting truths.