What Though The Odds: Haley Scott's Journey of Faith and Triumph

by Bob Schaller and Haley Scott DeMaria

When Dick Rosenthal retired as athletic director in 1995 after a lifetime of service to the University of Notre Dame, he was asked about the most memorable moment during his tenure. Without... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1929478976
• ISBN13: 9781929478972
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Cross Training Publishing
• Length: 226 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.7" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

an amazing story of courage and love

Living in Chicago at the time of Haley's accident, and being so close to Notre Dame, I vividly remember the press coverage of the accident. It was great to finally get to read how it all turned out. This book worked on many levels. First, it's a great story - a true page-turner. I was visiting several family members while I was reading it, and many of us were fighting for "reading time". I had to leave the book behind and I plan to buy more to pass around and for gifts. As a retired ER nurse, I was enthralled with the medical drama of the story, and as a mom, I couldn't help but be amazed at how this accident affected the entire family. Even though you kind of know the end of the story from the beginning, if you know what I mean, the suspense is in how each part of the story unfolds and in how each person is profoundly impacted.

Better than Espresso

Into a world in which things seem to be falling apart comes Haley Scott DeMaria's What Though the Odds, a recounting of the author's personal and inspirational courage in response to a sudden and tragic accident. The depth of it all goes beyond her agonizing, physical recovery from a broken back, to her emotional evolution from a typically self-centered teen-ager into a mature and loving human being. The challenges met and the outcomes effected could only have been overcome through the intense support of her family, friends, and university and her faith in God. It is a beautifully told story. You may weep a bit, but mostly for joy: Better than a triple espresso and much more durable

Fabulous

Congratulations Haley! This book will provide inspiration and thoughtful discussion for all. I can't wait to have my grandchildren read this book. A real life hero emerges. Even though I shared this time with Haley and her family there are details in the book I didn't know. Enjoy!

An inspiration for Everyone!

Wonderful - your story is an ispiration for anyone who picks up this book! Thank you for sharing it with the rest of us!

Amazing story, amazing person

I was blown away by the story of Haley Scott. If you are looking for something to reaffirm your belief in people, read this book.