Proof of Heaven
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
336
Novel • Fiction
Cincinnati, Ohio • Contemporary
2011
Adult
18+ years
Proof of Heaven by Mary Curran Hackett follows Cathleen, a mother deeply rooted in her Catholic faith, and her seven-year-old son Colm, who experiences frequent cardiac arrests. The novel explores the struggles of their daily lives, the search for a cure, and the emotional journey of their family as they meet Dr. Gaspar Basu, who provides a terminal diagnosis but also offers emotional healing.
Emotional
Inspirational
Heartwarming
Hopeful
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Mary Curran Hackett's Proof of Heaven garners mixed reviews. Critics praise its heartfelt narrative and emotional depth, particularly highlighting the compelling portrayal of family dynamics and spirituality. However, some readers find the plot predictable and the prose lacking nuance. Overall, it's a touching story, but its predictability may not appeal to all.
A reader who would enjoy Proof of Heaven by Mary Curran Hackett likely appreciates emotionally charged, faith-oriented narratives. Fans of Mitch Albom's The Five People You Meet in Heaven or William P. Young's The Shack will find similar themes of hope, the afterlife, and the power of familial bonds.
1,108 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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336
Novel • Fiction
Cincinnati, Ohio • Contemporary
2011
Adult
18+ years
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