The Eyes and The Smiles

by Rebecca Yeasted-gill

Overview

As a pediatric intern, Dr. Rose Gorman takes care of Hunter Wilson, a six-month old boy suffering from a severe mitochondrial disorder. She cares deeply for Hunter and his family and is present at his bedside through the most difficult times. The experiences change Rose, and she remains close friends with Hunter's parents, Jonathan and Samantha. Rose continues her work as a pediatrician and cares for 18-year-old Hope Shields. When Hope learns she is pregnant before high school graduation, she turns to Rose for guidance. Hope's circumstances along with Jonathan and Samantha's journey to find meaning in times of struggle leave Rose wondering how she can best be a source of support. Rose will have to believe in the power of family and friendship and the wonder that can be found in the eyes and the smiles.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940011856471
Publisher:	CreateSpace Publishing
Publication date:	10/17/2010
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	246
File size:	148 KB

About the Author

Rebecca Yeasted-Gill, M.D. is currently a pediatric resident at the University of California, Irvine. She lives in Orange County with her husband and two adorable dogs. She attended the University of Notre Dame as an undergraduate and remains a true Fightin' Irish fan at heart. Before entering medical school, she taught junior high in the San Francisco Bay Area, furthering her desire to continue working with children. Her first novel brings together her love of children and her belief in the importance of friends being family and family being friends.

Editorial Reviews

This is an absolutely heart touching story about the bonds a doctor forms with her patients and their parents. This story will keep you laughing and crying till the very end. So incredibly heartfelt and the fact that the book is inspired by a true story, only makes it that much more amazing. Would definitely recommend to anyone who loves a good book!

Stephanie Weldon

This is an absolutely heart touching story about the bonds a doctor forms with her patients and their parents. This story will keep you laughing and crying till the very end. So incredibly heartfelt and the fact that the book is inspired by a true story, only makes it that much more amazing. Would definitely recommend to anyone who loves a good book!

BarnesandNoble.com - Stephanie Weldon