Breath Taking: A Memoir of Family, Dreams, and Broken Genes

In Breath Taking: A Memoir of Family, Dreams, and Broken Genes, Jessica Fein shares her journey of love, resilience, and loss after her daughter Dalia is diagnosed with a rare degenerative disease. Through laughter and tears, she explores the complexities of parenthood, advocates for her daughter's rights, and finds solace in the small joys that illuminate even the darkest of days. The memoir is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the transformative power of love, offering hope and guidance to anyone facing life's challenges.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 23 May 2024
Publisher: Behrman House Inc.,U.S.

In her captivating memoir, Breath Taking: A Memoir of Family, Dreams, and Broken Genes, Jessica Fein takes readers on a profound journey through the depths of joy and the cruelties of loss. At the tender age of five, her daughter Dalia is diagnosed with a rare and debilitating disease, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the family's life. Undeterred by the initial shock, Jessica and her family embark on a remarkable odyssey of love, resilience, and self-discovery.

From the initial days of diagnosis to the relentless battles against the ravages of the disease, Jessica navigates the complexities of parenthood with unwavering courage and boundless love. As each breath becomes a precious act of defiance against fate, Jessica learns to embrace the present moment with fierce determination, finding solace in the smallest of joys that illuminate even the darkest of days.

But Breath Taking is so much more than a story of loss and grief; it is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the transformative power of love. Through laughter and tears, Jessica discovers the delicate balance between advocacy and acceptance, vulnerability and strength. She confronts her deepest fears, forms unexpected alliances, and witnesses the resilience of the human heart in the face of adversity.

With poignant insights and unflinching honesty, Jessica's narrative transcends the boundaries of tragedy to offer a beacon of hope for anyone facing life's most daunting challenges. Breath Taking is a masterclass in resilience, a testament to the enduring strength of the human spirit.

Weight: 582g
Dimension: 223 x 156 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781681151106