Childhood cancer survivor Melinda Marchiano eloquently and humorously describes her journey through illness and recovery. Her story starts as she begins to feel ill, and we follow each step of her physical downfall as she struggles to continue to dance ballet, her greatest passion. At 14 years old, Melinda shares not only the events of her illness, but her thoughts, deep feelings and growing spirituality through operations, chemotherapy, radiation, drug reactions, an eating disorder and more. Your heart will be filled with the same grace Melinda cherished through her illness and your life will never be the same.
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In her book, Grace: A Child's Intimate Journey Through Cancer and Recovery, Melinda Marchiano offers an honest and inspiring portrayal of her cancer experience through the eyes of a teenager and proves there is medicinal value in love and laughter. Melinda and I share a common bond. We are survivors. And we believe in the importance of empowering fellow survivors to live life on their own terms. By sharing her story, Melinda is giving a voice to this global epidemic that needs immediate attention. I am grateful to Melinda for having the courage to speak up and for her generosity in helping others fighting cancer.
-Lance Armstrong
-Lance Armstrong
What Melinda has learned in 15 years is far more than most people learn in a lifetime. Her attitude, faith, insights and humor are a true inspiration.
-Ray Romano
I have often said God gives children with cancer something extra. They are remarkable and inspiring people to be around. Melinda tells her story with such honesty and openness that you can't help but be touched and encouraged. This is sure to be a blessing to all that read it!
-Jeff Foxworthy
What an extraordinary young woman Melinda is! Her story, though heartbreaking, pulsates with joy and faith and hope. God Bless her!
-Kathie Lee Gifford
Grace: A Child's Intimate Journey Through Cancer and Recovery is a vivid and engaging description of a brave and articulate youth's encounter with cancer.
-Dr. Lee Hartwell, President & Director, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center & 2001 Nobel Laureate
Many people have written about their individual battles with cancer, some very beautifully. Melinda Marchiano tells the story of her cancer in a particularly engaging manner. Her message -- that you are not alone and that you can prevail -- will lift the spirits of many, particularly younger patients like her.
-Dr. Edward J. Benz, President, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Richard and Susan Smith Professor of Medicine; Professor of Pediatrics & Professor of Pathology, Harvard Medical School
There is great comfort in knowing that another young person has faced cancer and has overcome its many challenges. Melinda's personal story lights that difficult path and offers encouragement and hope to the patient, siblings, and parents.
-Moody D. Wharam, Jr., MD, FACR, FASTRO; Professor of Radiation Oncology, Department of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences, The Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at John Hopkins
Grace: A Child's Intimate Journey through Cancer and Recovery is a rare book- brave, inspiring, and empowering. Buy this book for a person with cancer, but read it first yourself. This uplifting story from 15 year-old Melinda will make your heart soar.
-Regina Ellis, Chief Executive Officer & Founder the Children's Cancer Association
Grace: A Child's Intimate Journey through Cancer and Recovery is required reading for anyone touched by cancer- parents, children, friends and caregivers. It tells the story of a courageous girl through the perspective that is rarely heard -- hers!
---Dr. Thomas J. Lynch, Director, Yale Cancer Center; Physician-in-Chief, Smilow Cancer Hospital
About the Author
Melinda Marchiano lives in the rolling, oak-studded hills of the Central Coast of California. Homeschooled up until high school, Melinda had the freedom to write and to create from a young age. Melinda dances six days a week and performs with the Civic Ballet of San Luis Obispo and San Luis Jazz. As a childhood cancer survivor, Melinda gives thanks for her life by speaking and fundraising for organizations such as the Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation, the Children's Miracle Network, and American Cancer Society's Relay for Life.
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What can I say! This book is beyond description, it is a must read! It is a story of courage, faith, love, the battle within yourself, and what touched me the most the love between a daughter and mother! Melinda's journey is one that she faced with all she had, she tells you of the fear and despair she felt through it all and it's amazinf how she was able to joke about it too! She tells you how God help her through it all. One would never think that once treatment was over there was another battle to endure, a great book to bring out awareness to Childhood Cancer and to see how a child is truly affected by this awful disease. Melinda you are truly an inspiration!!!
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By L C
I just finished reading this marvelous book. It truly tells it like it is. Having cancer is very frightening, but Melinda helps put it in proper perspective.
All things are possible with God and she shares how her faith always carried her through each and every trial.
What a beautiful gal. As Melinda shares her story it brings about many tears, both of joy and sadness.
Melinda proves the necessity of being available to others. That is what helped carry her through this horrific time as a teenager. Her devotion to dance gave her the ability to persevere.
Reading this book is a must read. Then pass it on to friends and family. At times it will break you heart and at the same time you will rejoice with Melinda.
All things are possible with God and she shares how her faith always carried her through each and every trial.
What a beautiful gal. As Melinda shares her story it brings about many tears, both of joy and sadness.
Melinda proves the necessity of being available to others. That is what helped carry her through this horrific time as a teenager. Her devotion to dance gave her the ability to persevere.
Reading this book is a must read. Then pass it on to friends and family. At times it will break you heart and at the same time you will rejoice with Melinda.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
In her beautifully written book, Melinda Marchiano tells the story of her journey with childhood cancer. She is honest, straightforward, and states her opinions. This book will make you laugh, cry, want to slap a few people, and hug a number of people you just cannot count. I read "Grace" in eight days, unable to put it down. Melinda is a beautiful person with a beautiful story of perseverance, faith, love, and survival. I recommnend her story to everyone out there. I promise it is well worth your time.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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A Steady and Unflinching Portrait of Hope
I've read Melinda's book twice. It came to my attention because I unfortunately dwell in the same community of which Melinda is now and always will be a member: the community of... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Moo-Cow
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An amazing young girl
I was actually lucky enough to meet Melinda when she was doing her Make A Wish tour promoting the book. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Melissa McKenzie
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Amazing faith!
Melinda is truly honest about her journey. I could not put this book down. A definite must read for anyone because we all know someone that has/had some form of cancer.
Published 13 months ago by Caligurl24
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Compelling story but
I found the story very compelling but the writing dragged it down. The pages were littered with analogies and some of the phrases were very repetitive. Read more
Published 14 months ago by lehrski
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Melinda is amazing
This book is a great read. Its a story of hope, courage, determination, great sadness, and happiness. Read more
Published on January 15, 2011 by JNGavin
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a journey of grace
Courageous, fun, and determination are just a few adjectives that describe this awesome, winsome young teenage girl, who dared to take on a fight against cancer and win. Read more
Published on December 19, 2010 by Darlena M. Russo
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An inspiring story of courage and faith
Review by Jill Williamson
In Grace: a memoir, then thirteen-year-old Melinda Marchiano tells her story. First she was sick and weak. Read more
In Grace: a memoir, then thirteen-year-old Melinda Marchiano tells her story. First she was sick and weak. Read more
Published on November 21, 2010 by Novel Teen
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