Delightfully Different: Book Review and Giveaway

Delightfully Different

By D.S. Walker

Backcover/Amazon Blurb for Delightfully Different:

MIA LUNG ALREADY SHARES A SPECIAL BOND WITH HER MOTHER-even before she is born. As she studies Francesca from heaven, Mia realizes she has found the perfect mother. If only her transition from heaven to earth was as easy.

From the very beginning, Mia lives her life on earth knowing she is different, but not understanding why. With an extensive vocabulary and insight beyond her years, Mia is a beautiful spirit who soon develops extraordinary musical talents. But subtle signs soon emerge. Mia does not like to talk on the phone, walk barefoot on the grass, and cannot go to sleep without first lining up all her stuffed animals on her bed. Just as her family finally realizes that Mia is battling sensory sensitivity issues, she is bullied in fifth grade. After Mia’s school counselor causes her to feel like the guilty one, Mia struggles to forgive those who, through their own ignorance, have hurt her.

Delightfully Different shares a poignant glimpse into the life and mind of a girl with Asperger’s Syndrome who demonstrates through her compelling experiences that every life has a purpose and that being unique is what makes each of us special.

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I found this book to be both a quick light read and a nice glimpse into Asperger’s. Having a daughter newly diagnosed with Asperger’s the story hits close to home. I too find myself reflecting on her behaviors and seeing the small clues that have been sprinkled throughout her childhood. I love the frank clear language D.S. uses which makes this book idea for adolescent readers.

When I read about Mia and Alisa being bullied by Morgan and her comrades I was so heartbroken and angry. No child should have to go through that and our kids are already dealing with so much. Again, this hits close to home. I have had severe bullying issues with both of my younger children. This book really ran my emotions through the gummet as a parent and rang so true.

I feel that Mia is such a positive role model for young girls and I look forward to reading this book aloud with LeBella. I love stories like these that my daughter can relate, making her feel not just different, but Delightfully Different!

GIVEAWAY:

I know you are eager to get your hands on your own copy! This book is a good light read for mom or read aloud with your child.

To Win:

Leave me a comment telling me one “Delightfully Different” thing about your child.

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A winner will be chosen on April 30, 2011 using Random.org. Make sure you give an email address to contact you!

As soon as the winner’s information is received, I will email their information to D.S. Walker, who agreed to donate a copy of her book and mail it to the winner.

Disclosure/Disclaimer: I reviewed this book from a copy I received from the author.  No compensation, monetary or in kind, has been received or implied for this post. Nor was I told how to post about the book!

Giveaway: CSN Stores

Way back in December I was approached by a representative from CNS stores to do a giveaway. Of course I was excited, but the timing wasn’t right then. No problem! We’ll push it back a few weeks! I had actually intended to host the giveaway last month but with all that was going on with LeBella I forgot! Who does that! I want to give y’all stuff! You know, because I love you!

Then yesterday I was out shopping for my new lap top (YAY!) and I came across a display for TV stands for flat screens. And it hit me! I want to give you a $30 gift certificate from CNS! Well, not all of you, of course! But one lucky winner!

I won’t make you jump through hoops (this time-ahem) so to enter please visit this CSN store that carries TV stands for flatscreens then come back and tell me your favorite model!

That’s it! I will use Random.org at midnight on Sunday March 6th to choose a winner!

Good luck, Ragers!