Eleanor Vincent

I have to say that there were portions in this book that I felt like I was connected to this book but, there were many places in this book that I felt like the author never really allowed me to become connected. I think it is heartbreaking when anyone loses a child. I think that it is an amazing read but, I feel like the author should have allowed the reader to get to know Maya more. I mean maybe more portions of the childhood. It felt as if she was writing a journal and that it was more about the mother and not the child. Overall okay book.… (mere)

When a book brings you to tears, you know the writer has pulled you into her words, and with Eleanor she pulls you into her story. I longed for Eleanor through having to tell her daughter’s story. It made me understand how my own Aunt must have went through when she buried her own son. I could never imagine the pain, the questions, or the emotions one might feel, but Eleanor captured just that.
One part of the book that caught my attention, was when she was giving away Maya’s shoes and the girl tried them on then walked to make sure they fit. After the girl left Eleanor could still hear the sound of Maya’s feet. I would never have thought about that, and I can imagine that would be hard on any parent to witness, especially with coming to the realization their child just passed away.
While getting further into the book, the book starts focusing more on the mother though, and I really wish it would have focused more on Maya: her childhood, laughter, the things she did, what she accomplished, etc.
Overall is was an okay book.… (mere)

SWIMMING WITH MAYA: A MOTHER'S STORY by Eleanor Vincent is an interesting Biography/Personal Memoirs/Self-Help/Motivational & Inspirational. This is the story of Maya,the beloved daughter of the author who died from a fatal horseback accident. A powerful,compelling story of love,grief,joy,tragedy,hope,donating a loved one's organs and the healing process. Ms. Vincent has written a story that a lot of Mother's can relate to,the chronicles the friendship that develops between a grieving mother and the young man who becomes a part of her life. Written with honesty,poignancy,inspiration and is very riveting. What every parent dreads to hear is...your child is in grave condition. From a tragedy comes life. Anyone who is considering organ donation,or has lost a loved one should read this amazing story of Maya and Eleanor. Riveting and thought-provoking! Received for an honest review from the publisher.

RATING: 4

HEAT RATING: NONE

REVIEWED BY: AprilR, Review courtesy of My Book Addiction and More… (mere)