A Divine Accident: A Memoir of Life, Love and Learning Paperback – February 21, 2017

Faith and Prayer Produce a Hollywood Ending

Comment

Amazon Customer

September 15, 2017

Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase

As a young girl, Carol Sorkin moved with her family from New York to Los Angeles. There, her father, Barney, made a name for himself as the preferred band leader for elite Hollywood parties and occasional work on movie soundtracks. Sadly, despite the family’s good fortune, Carol became the little girl lost, sometimes overlooked by her busy parents and unable to fully achieve her father’s dream that she become a successful musician. At times, pacified by cookies and candy, Carol developed a sugar addiction that contributed to weight gain and low self-esteem. Although her passion for painting and calligraphy eventually distinguished her as a talented artist, two marriages ended badly, the second leaving her as the single mother of twin girls. Setback s fed her addiction for sweets and the self-doubt it fostered. At a critical point, she learned of a nondenominational organization that advocated faith in God and the power of prayer. Slowly, she began to turn her life around and then, by sheer coincidence or divine accident, she met a successful labor lawyer from Michigan who was in California on business. Before long, they fell in love and, after a cross-country romance of many months, eventually married. Carol Sorkin Hunter skillfully chronicles, with impressive detail, the events of what might have been a charmed childhood amid the glitz and glamor of Tinseltown but became instead a life plagued by depression and disappointment. Her book, A Divine Accident, offers a blueprint for how faith can triumph over adversity.

One person found this helpful

Comment

NurseAnn

Something for Everyone

April 1, 2017

Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase

It is not often that a friend of yours writes a book and has it published. It is a difficult thing to do,but when the book is actually worth reading, that is a MARVEL.
Carol's book grabs your attention and the story carries you quickly along on an interesting adventure through her childhood and early adult life
There is something for everyone in this book as she overcomes sugar addiction and several other unfortunate obstacles that could have destroyed many; but her belief in the power of prayer and a strong mind is the Divine Accident.

2 people found this helpful

Amazing Woman, Extraordinary Grace

Comment

DR. ISL

April 24, 2017

Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase

Wonderful book! Carol Sorkin Hunter describes the trials and tribulations of her life's fascinating story, starting with her Hollywood childhood, with such warmth, sense of humor and emotional depth that it's difficult to put the book down. From her experiences, wisdom, faith and self-help, she brings inspiring, helpful and motivational ideas for everyone. A must read!

2 people found this helpful

So many of us fail to move forward because results don't come quickly or easily. The Divine Accident is an inspiring book about ...

Comment

Peter Stockmann

August 19, 2017

Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase

Books that reveal secrets and real life challenges resonate with anyone living in this day and age. So many of us fail to move forward because results don't come quickly or easily. The Divine Accident is an inspiring book about perseverance, patience and faith, and a steadfast belief in our ability to overcome and achieve whatever it is we dream of becoming. Its so nice to finish a book and feel good about a life that is possible for all of us.

Nancy Stockmann

One person found this helpful

Comment

May 18, 2017

Format: Kindle EditionVerified Purchase

"A Divine Accident" is a wonderful book. Could not put it down, once I started to read it. Everyone has issues that they have to deal with, which are often hidden from family and friends. Carol shows us how to never give up on ourselves, and with prayer and our own positive actions we can make changes in our own lives.

2 people found this helpful

Comment

March 10, 2017

Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase

I absolutely loved this book. Enthusiastically written to transform your life, accomplish your goals, and achieve your dreams. This is a must read for anyone who wants to live life to the fullest.

2 people found this helpful

Hunter appeared honest and candid about her struggles with issues ...

Comment

Most recent customer reviews

Judy K Smedberg

Hunter appeared honest and candid about her struggles with issues. And I cheered as she took control of her life. She is positive and encouraging, which I admire.Read more

Published 3 days ago

Jackie Sloan

Read this book... you won't be sorry ...

Read this book... you won't be sorry. Heartwarming story of a woman's life, what she went through and how she overcame everything.

Published 3 months ago

Phill

Five Stars

Loved this book heartwarming and interesting.

Published 7 months ago

M. Dove

What a journey & page turner.

This book should be made into a movie! It's not only an interesting glimpse of a child surrounded by Hollywood celebrity; but it reminds us all that even with a life of privilege,...Read more

Published 9 months ago

Kathy M. Smith

Excellent read

Excellent read. Everyone should read this story. Carol the author is such a beautiful person.

Published 9 months ago

PST

A work of art

This book touches you in ways unexpected. This memoir is deeply moving and powerful but in a way that is relatable, which not all memoirs can do.Read more

Published 10 months ago

Lynn M. Sly

the book is an easy read from someone you feel could be a lifelong ...

Written with the warmth of a storyteller, the book is an easy read from someone you feel could be a lifelong friend. Carols faith shines through every chapter. Highly recommend!

... through life makes for an extraordinary life and a great read. I genuinely enjoyed her book

Helen Levy

Carol Sorkin Hunters journey through life makes for an extraordinary life and a great read. I genuinely enjoyed her book.

So delighted with the response. Awesome reception. Healing effects !!!

Thank you

Carol S. Hunter

Five Stars

Inspiring, readable, informative

Izzie

Five Stars