Review of A Voice from Heaven

[Hazel Mae Bagarinao]

[Following is a volunteer review of "A Voice from Heaven" by Alexander V Girman & Cynthia J Girman.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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The Girman family adopted Alec from Russia. In kindergarten, he was diagnosed with ADHD and developed Asperger’s syndrome later in life. Unfortunately, at age 22, he died due to a drug overdose. A Voice from Heaven: From Earthly Struggles to Thriving in the Afterlife by Alexander V. Girman and Cynthia J. Girman is a non-fiction book that presents a transcendental conversation between Cynthia (Cindy) and her son, Alexander (Alec), from the afterlife. Their conversation covers topics such as life, death, and the fascinating afterlife. The author wrote this book as a healing process for her son’s tragic death. It is a book about a mother’s love for her son, from physical life to the afterlife.

I find it astounding that a deceased man, Alexander Girman, co-authored this book. This is my first encounter with this perspective. The book gave me the chance to immerse myself in Alec’s views of Heaven. I also felt empathetic towards Cindy's situation and loss. I could see the overflowing, unconditional love from a mother who is still longing for her son’s presence. The writing is in a conversational style between Cindy and Alec. There is also a viewpoint from Tom’s side, Cindy’s husband. Tom was the one who detailed Alec’s personal background from childhood and young adulthood until his death.

Cindy appears to be clairvoyant and capable of mediumship. Clairvoyance and mediumship are interesting things; however, I am incapable of them. Somehow, some authors’ thoughts and beliefs are opposite to mine. For instance, my parents taught that souls in the afterlife are equal, having no status. However, in the author's conversation, souls have different colored roles and levels of learning and growth, like a guide, senior, or master teacher. This is just a small portion of writing that didn’t sit well with me, however. Other discussions, such as family love, self-love, and most views of heaven from the authors' perspective, resonated with me. I particularly like Alec’s advice to his mother on refraining from working so much and experiencing nature. It applies to anyone, though.

The authors' emotions are raw and empathic. This book is rare on its own. I admire the vulnerability shared by Cindy in this book. The understandable writing, professional editing, and rarity of this book are reasons I’ll give it 5 out of 5 stars. Though I expressed my opposition earlier to one part of the book, this is not enough reason to deduct a star. I respect the authors’ beliefs. Other than that, there’s nothing negative to say about the book.

I picked up this book because I wanted to help with its popularity. The book’s aim to share half of its proceeds for addiction research is admirable; that’s why I chose this book. I hope it will gain more sales and profits, so it can help more in the research.

The book is about love and loss. People who are still struggling with the loss of a loved one because of addiction will find this book relatable. This book will help them heal and recover. The book is also for readers interested in spirituality, transcendentalism, and mediumship.

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[Omneya Shakeep]

Wow! This truly is a unique book. I've never heard of a deceased person co-authoring a book before. I can easily pick up on Cindy's raw emotions and her wish to spend more time with her son. You did an excellent job analysing this book, Hazel. This is an outstanding review!

[The Keeper Jr]

This book is just for me. I'm glad I came up with your review. It can help many readers in different ways. I am impressed by the author's ability to come up with this way of creating a connection with her son. It's really heartwarming. Your review is great as always Hazel. Thank you!

[Hazel Mae Bagarinao]

Wow! This truly is a unique book. I've never heard of a deceased person co-authoring a book before. I can easily pick up on Cindy's raw emotions and her wish to spend more time with her son. You did an excellent job analyzing this book, Hazel. This is an outstanding review!

Yes, I was surprised as well. Cindy honored her son even after he passed away. Thank you so much for always dropping a well-thought-out comment, Omneya!

[Hazel Mae Bagarinao]

This book is just for me. I'm glad I came up with your review. It can help many readers in different ways. I am impressed by the author's ability to come up with this way of creating a connection with her son. It's really heartwarming. Your review is great as always Hazel. Thank you!

I wish you can read the book, and can read your thoughts about it. Thank you so much, Keeper, for your interesting comment!

[Amy Luman]

Wouldn’t we all like to speak with someone who is gone?

[Hazel Mae Bagarinao]

Wouldn’t we all like to speak with someone who is gone?

I prayed for them, so I think it is considered speaking to them. Thank you for dropping a comment, Amy!

[Ezra Dapaah]

After life experiences are very real. Many people have not thought about their souls after this distracted and confused world. That was Cindy's experiences but I hope this book would help many to understand that every man and women, child or adult have a place to go after this world.

[Hazel Mae Bagarinao]

After life experiences are very real. Many people have not thought about their souls after this distracted and confused world. That was Cindy's experiences but I hope this book would help many to understand that every man and women, child or adult have a place to go after this world.

Yes, as a Christian, I believe that there's a heaven, and true happiness in the afterlife.

Thank you so much for your well-thought-out comment, Ezra!

[Bettny Andrade]

It seems like an intriguing book, the theme seems very interesting to me, it makes me curious and I would like to read it. Thanks for your review.

[Hazel Mae Bagarinao]

It seems like an intriguing book, the theme seems very interesting to me, it makes me curious and I would like to read it. Thanks for your review.

Thank you so much, Bettny, for stopping by and leaving this lovely comment!

[Tshepsyt]

I also recently read this book, and I have to say, I'm engrossed. I'm still mulling over what it had to say to this day. I cannot stop recommending it to my friends. It's just such a beautiful tale, so rare and unexpected. I also did not expect it to be coauthored by Cindy's son. It's just brilliant. Heavenly!

[Hazel Mae Bagarinao]

I also recently read this book, and I have to say, I'm engrossed. I'm still mulling over what it had to say to this day. I cannot stop recommending it to my friends. It's just such a beautiful tale, so rare and unexpected. I also did not expect it to be coauthored by Cindy's son. It's just brilliant. Heavenly!

Exactly! Thank you so much, Tshepsyt for your wonderful comment. I enjoyed your review of this book as well. You wrote it amazingly!

[Ajiferuke Ajibola]

A book that points towards healing from the loss of her son: I hope the author finds complete healing. I like her sense of imagination. The storyline is a unique one. Awesome review.

[Sarah Zain]

I felt the depth of the emotions in the story from the first lines of your review. Perhaps those overwhelming emotions are the reason why I couldn't read the book, but I really enjoyed your review and, as always, how wonderfully you conveyed the idea and the feeling. Hazel.