If Your Head Can't, Your Heart Will . . . But What If That's Broken Too?

by Mariana Maniscalco

Mariana Maniscalco was living a typical teenage life, when she was blindsided by a rare bacterial infection that ran wild in her body, resulting in a massive stroke, three brain surgeries and open-heart surgery. It was a one-in-a-million unlucky break. But Mariana is a one-in-a-million girl. She handled her nightmare with uncommon grace, insight and humor that will leave you laughing and crying. How many people, while being rolled into the operating room for open-heart surgery, would be leading the doctors in a rousing chorus of "Mr. Sandman?" "If Your Head Can't, Your Heart Will . . . But What If That's Broken Too" is an amazing story about survival, love and an appreciation for the little things that make life so precious.

92 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2015

Reviews

[Theresa Bentley]

Beautifully written

I am so proud of Marianna. Her difficult struggles, and her positive attitude, her strong support team and her love of life that keep her going.
You are truly a gift to us all.
As an echo tech at Dr Orie's office. I am one of the lucky ones to see how you will one day change the world.

[Denise]

Such an amazing story of endurance, perseverance and a positive attitude. Written as if she is sitting next to you telling you the tale.