The Journey of Faith and an Open Heart | Book Review

What an emotional book this was. I would recommend readers have a box of tissues handy while reading this book, you'll need them. I was prepared for a heartbreaking story of a mother's pursuit of care for her child's heart disease. I was not prepared for all of the loss that Ms. Muscatell has had to deal with. A 'clutter of tragedy' she called it - very apt. I cried with her and cheered her on throughout while wishing I could give her the hugs she so desperately needed. I am thankful that Ms. Muscatell was surrounded by the love a strong support group as well as the support of her faith.

That faith is the center of this book. The heart of it if you will. Ms. Muscatell's faith, while tested, never faltered and carried her through each trial. This book has prompted discussions in my house about faith and the nature of God. Was that the author's goal or just a happy circumstance?

The Journey of Faith and an Open Heart by Jenny Muscatell

"Jenny’s infant daughter, Faith, is diagnosed with a rare and serious heart condition, leaving odds for survival grim. Jenny, a new Christian, digs heels in on a God quest in search of the child-like faith God wants her to have. The duo battles their way through six radical open-heart surgeries over the course of eighteen years. After Jenny’s husband dies unexpectedly, fear takes hold. Faith requires two more major heart surgeries. The battle between life and death continues while they stand in perseverance and cling to hope. Tribulations grow bigger, but God shines brighter as He intricately weaves victory through the battlefield. God reveals his power in unimaginable ways."