Mama Moon: A Testament to the Human Spirit

by Susan Gayle

An inspirational story of an extraordinary mother whose love for her children drove her to accomplish the seemingly impossible -- becoming a self-made millionaire despite her illiteracy and hardships. An incredible, true story of love, courage, and perseverance. After fleeing an abusive, arranged marriage, Moon married an American soldier and immigrated to the United States from Korea in the 1950s. Her secure happy life ended abruptly when her husband did not return from Vietnam. A sheltered housewife who could barely read and write, left alone with three small children, and without family and friends. So began her incredible journey toward caring for and building a future for her children. Faced with every tragedy known to mankind, and armed with nothing but sheer will power, Moon discovered a knack for negotiating lucrative real estate business deals. Although Moon’s new life brought many hardships, working for days without sleep, dealing with the sorrow of losing two children tragically, struggling with illiteracy, to name a few, Moon was forever grateful for every hardship she experienced and overcame. Moon wanted to share her life story with others. To give hope to those who are in their darkest hour. To inspire those who want to achieve more in life. To help people stop feeling sorry for themselves. By sharing herself with others, she hoped that they would appreciate what they have – no matter how small – and use it to their fullest potential. Most, if not all, readers will find they have far more resources compared to Moon. So you’ll be left with no excuses for fulfilling your dreams and armed with the motivation to do so. She achieved the impossible, so can you!

180 pages, Paperback

First published March 11, 2009

Reviews

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love the story, about the struggles and determination of this woman, also found it inspiring how she seemingly managed to empower all those around her, particularly the people society had dismissed and discarded.

This said, I'm not sure she was very nice to her children!

[LL Jean · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved this book. Have read it 3 times. It is especially important to me as I own the Eastern Shore house that Susan Gayle mentions a few times in the story. I keep the book on the coffee table for all to see.

[Susan Cooper · Rating 4 out of 5]

This gave me a whole new respect for Korean women who lived in the 50s and 60s.

[Ilona Reef · Rating 4 out of 5]

such a sad story but what a woman!

[Leigh Grady · Rating 2 out of 5]

Liked that parts of the book took place on DC area