Description
The Summer Called Angel -a story of hope on the journey through
Prematurity” is a powerful and inspiring story about the author; Sola
Olu’s experience with preeclampsia and prematurity. Premature birth
remains the number one killer of newborns in the United States. In fact,
with approximately 1 in 8 pregnancies resulting in premature birth each
year, the U.S. has one of the worst records in the world, and certainly
among developed nations. The statistics are not only appalling, but
surprising, and many parents are shocked, frightened and confused as
they attempt to navigate the world of the neonatal intensive care unit.
After she and her husband endured this agonizing experience, Olu was
inspired to offer her support to others in the same situation. “The
Summer Called Angel” will help other parents deal with the physical and
emotional challenges of prematurity and learn how they can find hope
and strength in the process. The memoir, which began as Sola’s journal
entries, is an incredibly moving and detailed account of her thoughts
and feelings at each step of her journey. With candor and
incandescence, The Summer Called Angel serves as a powerful tribute to
parental love in the face of unexpected challenges. It is certain to
offer strength to readers attempting to process prematurity in their
lives—and salve to those who have undergone a similar experience. All in
all, rare and profound celebration of devotion is certain to resonate
with parents everywhere.
