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She Came from Heaven

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In this tender work we meet a couple and enter into the core of their lives. A couple just like so many others around the world, yet they were going to have an unexplained visitor who would touch both of their lives in a miraculous way. Both are animal lovers, so when a black Labrador appears at their home one night what could they do but take her in? Although Jim certainly felt a much more immediate attachment than our author did, the little puppy seemed to have been brought to them for a purpose. Whimsey, as she was named, seemed to have no past, and despite our authors desperate tries at finding her rightful owner that never happened, nor was she able to place the dog with anyone else. Whimsey soon became a part of the family and a sister and friend to Paisley, the couples other dog.

The story goes on and the couple lives life and all its struggles and challenges. Unfortunately, unbeknown to his wife, Jim could not handle what he was up against in life and killed himself. The trauma, heartbreak, questions, guilt and blame all began for Rosanne as she struggled to make sense of his death. Here is where she reaches out deeper to a God who loves her and finds solace in Him, and comfort in the companionship of Whimsey, who seemed to know her every thought and emotion.She becomes an anchor, a lighthouse through the storm, and a true friend and companion.

This story was one of life, pure and simple. Life is not often a Rose garden, but is more filled with challenges and sorrows as we walk the journey. In her walk, our author learned a simple yet complex fact. God is ever present, and often uses things, persons, and yes even animals to comfort us in our times of need. There is a lesson here that we need to be open to the knocking at our door with what maybe the very saving grace in the future. It is a story of heartbreak and sorrow, yet it is filled with courage and faith for a better tomorrow. A true heart to heart story.

This heart touching book tells the story of a dog who comes into the authors life at just the right time as a stray, and even though she tries to give the puppy away, in the end the dog is her lone friend who stays with her and comforts her through an unimaginable tragedy.

The author turns to God for comfort at the end of the story and is restored. This book accomplished the rare feat of making me cry several times and I was unable to put it down. I enjoyed it, Rosanne Pellicane is a beautiful writer and I am glad she shared this story with me through her book.

Rosanne Pellicane has written a book that I enjoyed reading, and that I have reccomended to many of my friends. The story is well written, and interesting, and in many ways, like Rosanne. I have known Rosanne for 18 years as a thoughtfull, expressive, and kind person and found all these attributes in her book.

All of us face adversity in our lives at some point, and reading this story reinforced my belief that someone is looking after me, even if it is done so in ways I would never anticipate. Not all angels have wings. Some of them look like Labs.

In our lives there isn't enough prayer, faith and hope. Even when it is present, it is rarely expressed. And so often not used to its potential. Ms. Pellicane uses her life experiences, good, bad and indifferent to foster the importance of faith and prayer. As I read each page I could see the growth of her spiritual life take over. How else could someone survive such tragedy. God places all sorts of tools in our hands to guide us through the difficult times, if we choose to accept them as Ms. Pellican did with "Whimsey" and her faith, then we too can survive! I loved this story, the lessons, and the everlasting hope it brings. A quick and easy read...over and over! T.Doyle

Living in what appears to be a normal marital relationship with its joys and tribulations, a precipitous and unexpected turn of events leaves a shocked spouse in great despair. It is through her earlier discovery and deep faith in God coupled with the sensitivity and loving attention of her female, canine companion (a gift from God) that she is able to put her life back together. The story is nicely sprinkled with well-timed, effective humor that adds an appropriate balance to the poignancy of the unfolding drama. Some colorful support characters richly inhabit this work, in particular, Mrs. Carrucci, a strong willed, opinionated, earthy neighbor with a giving heart for those she likes. We wish she were our neighbor!

This heartfelt piece is a great fast read and a veritable feast for the soul. We wholeheartedly recommend this book from first time author, Roseanne Pellicane and hope there will be many more.

Ken and Janice Winston

She Came From Heaven is a heartwarming and tender story of a young couple in their struggle for peace, love and happiness. Rosanne brings us along on her journey through a relationship with a complicated man who could not figure out how to deal with his problems, resulting in his untimely death. A little puppy, Whimsey, who adopted them, seemed to bring love and loyalty to this troubled man. Though Jim's dog, Whimsey soon develops a bond with Rosanne and becomes her support through some very difficult times. The message here, is that God is always there for us and He knows what is best for us if only we pay attention. Uplifting and inspiring, I recommend reading this tender story.

I completed this book last week and I was very impressed with the literary quality of the work - the language, the similes and the metaphors. "She Came From Heaven" is beautifully written. The main theme that Jim always put off a discussion until the end was carried throughout the book. This is a fine work and I am waiting for the next book from this author!

- Mary G.

This was obviously a 200 page self-exoneration by the author who endured long-standing stresses of life with the help of her dog Whimsey. I felt for the author and hope that writing this down facilitated her healing. God bless Whimsey for helping her through it all. It was an interesting read, a little depressing/disturbing, and kind of flat at the end.

This true story held my continous attention. It's warm, down-to-earth, loving, memorable and so true about the canines who bring so much love to us "unconditionally", while we live on this temporary journey here on earth. After reading this so appealing story of a relatively loving childless couple with two cherishing canines and their normal struggles in the working world, I appreciated our two own shi-tzu canines and the love they so display throughout our own mundane struggles. It certainly appears that Whimsey must've come from heaven! And her pal, Paisley, also plays such an important part in the daily lives of the Arlington's happy life together. Then, the unforseen occurs, and the reader is given to a memorable meloncholy ending! A fantastic book and one I couldn't put down!!!!!!!

As the old adage goes, never judge a book by it's cover. And so it holds true, as well, with Roseanne Pellicane's "She Came From Heaven."

Beyond the front cover of a lovable black Labrador retriever with endearing eyes, lies a true tale of mesmerizing depth which transports the unsuspecting reader into the frustrated world of its jet set author during a time when her life is turned up side down and her emotions are twisted inside out. The main character, Mrs. Arlington, finds herself on a soul searching journey to cope with the wild cards life has dealt her.

If you're looking for a pleasant stroll through Wind in the Willows, or perhaps even a frolic in the forest with Bambi, ...move on. But if you're waiting at bay to sink your teeth into a story written from the heart, well then...dig in.

The characters jump out of the pages, beckoning you to follow them, one page to the next until the very last chapter closes.

Bravo, Ms. Pellicane. I am waiting for your encore.