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Anna - a book by Karin Kennedy

Reviews of Anna

‘Doctors and nurses should read this to help them understand that people need more than physical care.’ Daphne Vessey founder of Ian Rennie Hospice and nurse supervisor.

‘Yesterday I finished your book, I have been very touched by it and it stayed like that until the end. The book has a certain tension that keeps you reading.’ Grietje Hamers from Holland

‘The writing is dynamic, honest and intelligent. Anyone who is interested in discovering more spirited ways of living and dying in the twenty first century would learn a lot from it.’ Colin Jackman, Canada

‘This book is a teaching on how to live!! One of the most moving books I’ve read. ‘ Nicolette de Hoop, Physiotherapist, Holland

‘What a joyful, uplifting and positive book this is, even though it contains heartbreak and tragedy. I don't think anyone could read it without feeling moved but at the same time exhilarated at what came out of this experience… I am very very impressed.’ Frances Donnelly, England

‘I loved it. It was inspiring. I cried, especially when reading the teenagers comments. I loved Anna’s bits, and the homemade funeral was beautiful. It made me realise how precious life is.’ Alistair Simmons war photographer

‘I finished reading the book a couple of days ago and I'm lost in admiration. The book is a real tour de force, and for me, compelling reading. Thought provoking, intelligent, beautiful, funny sometimes and completely harrowing at other times. I hope you'll find a publisher if that's what you want to do. ‘ Anne Hunt

‘This book uplifts one’s level of awareness and feeds an inherent inner strength that helps one to grow through trauma. Anna is a ray of light lent to us. I’m carried along on her blessing. Each life goes through good and bad, each life is a lesson on a journey to the Divine. Thank you for enriching my life.’ Rhonda Lee Soucie- Grindle from Maine USA

‘I have just finished reading your fantastic book. I can honestly say that I thoroughly enjoyed it and that my life has been enhanced as a result of it. I found it very readable - a real page turner - my attention didn´t wander for a moment. The journey which you and Anna went through, whilst of course being terrible and heart-rending, seemed to be so positive and enlightening at the same time. It is not my experience that this is normally how life threatening illness is dealt with. I found the book life affirming and a real reminder to appreciate what I have and make the most of every moment (which of course is impossible, but at least I´m trying to remember more to do this).
So - thank you - I really feel like I´ve gained something by reading your book.’ Laura Harris from England

‘I thoroughly enjoyed reading your book. It is very well written. Your daughter Anna comes over as a remarkable girl and you have a very moving relationship with each other. The Charity was a marvelous idea. The book is interesting, too, about hospital conditions and relationships.’ Reverend Colin MaGregor from England

‘The book is incredible, so intimate and honest. The way you write is stunning. I love Anna though I never met her. I’m telling everyone I meet they should read it. I am very touched and impressed by the way you managed everything. Not forgetting the wonderful poems of your daughter.’ Ziggy from Germany

‘It was extraordinary – it never occurred to me that joy could be a therapy for turning something bad into something positive. Free Spirit is really an extension of this… I feel I lived the experience and wondered how I would have coped.’ Barbara Lynch