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What a few fans wrote:

"This book represents how we need to be confident in our differences. We may all be different but that makes our journey.
My daughter loves this book as she can relate to the little girl.” ~ E.B.

"It helped my baby daughter's young cousins to understand her special scars.
We read this to our now 19-month-old baby regularly so she will grow knowing her scars are perfect.” ~ L.F.

“This book is an amazing way of explaining to my son about his scar from heart surgery. It’s warming and paints a beautiful light on their very special scars” ~ I.C.


We especially loved this comment:

“My 3-year-old took to the surgery page really well and the way they describe it as dreams and the Drs sprinkling magic inside was a really nice way for us to explain her future surgeries and procedures.  That page really helped -- for example at her CT scan, we explained this is so the Dr knows where to sprinkle the magic.
It gave us a beautiful way of explaining it to a small child “ ~ S.C.

Sometimes books leave a lasting impression...

"This book impacted me greatly, as the mother of a newborn who had to have surgery.
It made me feel pride for my child’s scar and made me feel less alone as the mother of a medically complex child.” ~ K.K.


Honorable Mentions:

Extra Special Heart by Carli Valentine

“My son has the same heart condition and he loves when we read this to him.
This book has truly brought my son so much comfort in all the fear of being born with a heart condition.” ~ A.T.

“I absolutely loved how Carli stresses the perfection in imperfection. It's a valuable lesson that applies to each and every person out there,
with a heart condition or without.” ~ V.dL

“I work in healthcare so I am familiar with CHD but it is eye-opening to see if from the families’ viewpoint.” ~ P.D. 


The Heart Warrior’s Mother by Marilyn Cohen de Villiers

“As a newspaperman, I appreciated how much research the author did. Yet despite all the details of Lily's condition, the story just flowed.
The ending came as a complete surprise.” ~ C. M.

"A heart-wrenching story that urges one to reflect on the struggles that many deal with quietly each and every day.” ~ A.L.

“I learnt how difficult it can be for parents of CHD babies in South Africa, even if they have medical aid.” ~ P.A.

“I believe this is a book that should be read by all parents, not just those with children who have a serious CHD.
It offers perspective, inspires gratitude and compassion, and provides a place to release our tears when maybe life doesn't always afford us the opportunity.” ~ J.N.


Rainbows and Storms by Nisha Jaime and Jennifer Jackson

​“How two beautiful heart warriors with CHD met by chance.
There will be many rainbows and storms ahead but family and friends who love them will carry them through. Nylah and Layla are inspirations to all of us.”

“I loved the beautiful vibrant colors of the illustrations and the simplicity in the rhyming.” ~ S.O.

“Having survived congenital issues myself it was wonderful to see these brave girls thriving through adversity!
I recall the profundity of every thought and how important it was to have a friend in these environments.” ~ D.V. 

“Nylah and Layla are amazing, strong, and loving. They are true examples of how we should treat one another.” ~ V.S.