Book review - LIVING LIKE LIVVY by Andre Govier

LIVING LIKE LIVVY: A MOTHER'S STORY ABOUT THE GIRL WHO REFUSED TO BE DEFINED BY RETT SYNDROME
by Andre Govier

It was so sad getting to know the story of Livvy and the struggle and pain that she and her family had been through. I felt tears in my eyes through a big part of the book, but there were parts that made me smile too. The author has done an amazing job, not only writing about it but also playing an important role in creating awareness about Rett syndrome and help to raise funds for a cure to be found and used in order to help save lives. It is heartbreaking knowing that these little girls are suffering so much in their too short lives and they aren't offered the opportunity to experience life with everything beautiful it has to offer, or at least being able to walk, talk and breath normally. While the book was written and published for an admirable cause, I do believe that many families should consider reading it as they could relate to the story and find strength and comfort in whatever terrible disability they are fighting with.