Send Me Someone

A week after my 32-year-old husband died, I walked into a bookstore and was immediately drawn to this book on display. I knew exactly what the book was about the second I looked at the cover. Although I think some of it is really "out there," Diana's story helped me to believe that my husband's spirit could exist and that he wants me to be happy, and even find love again. I have since felt my husband's presence (although not as straightfoward as Diana's experiences!) and that has brought me joy; I'm not sure I would have been as open to the experience if I hadn't first read this book. Also, I have begun a romantic relationship, and while I carry some guilt about it, it is reassuring to know about Diana's story, and how she believes her husband led her to Ted and a second chance at love. (Perhaps someday I'll write my story about all the strange and wonderful coincidences that have occurred!) Regardless of one's particular situation or beliefs, I think this is a beautiful story.

This is one of 5 best books I have ever read in my life and I am 72 yrs. old. There is a wealth of books that prove (to me) that life is everlasting and what you make of life in this world is up to you..period. This books covers the entire spectrum of life. Yearning for love and a better life, searching for occupations, success, loss ..redemption..a brand new life..friendship and all of the emotions and happenings of a life. The author has picked the right words that fit into an experience of reading perfection. She relates experiences that could be unbelievable to some, but to me are as true and life uplifting that I must sing a song of thanksgiving that I discovered this book. If you want to read a wonderful love story and get proof of the power of love, read Send Me Someone.

I climbed into bed one night intending to read several chapters and lights out at a reasonable time. I read all night long(!) and finished it about 4:00 a.m. I can remember being this engrossed only twice before -- Gone with the Wind and The Poisonwood Bible -- nosleep/all night sojourns. I laughed, cried (sobbed), and was riveted the entire night. This book may be labeled as a memoir, but it also shares suspense, poignancy, recognition, ah hah's; faith, joy, humor, and, most of all, love with the reader. I know that anyone and everyone who reads this splendid work will be similarly affected. I see/know so many women who need to hear this story in order to be able to connect reality with what is mistakenly described as the fairy tale. This is an ongoing conversation for me with the women who claim there are no good men out there. I so agree with the author that good men are all over if we choose to see/hear them. This book has music for me. The romantic strains of All Night Long comes up frequently, as does the shark music from Jaws with the author's father, and Ted's part, of course, evokes a lilting Baby Elephant Walk. Why doesn't this computer have musical notes so that I can illustrate my thoughts!?!?! I had to sit down and IMMEDIATELY share how much I loved this writing (style, content, energy, warmth/ connection, and use of time (reminds me of Faulkner's Sound and the Fury). I know it will sell millions of copies and touch multiple millions of lives. Judy Foley, President, The Patricia Moore Group, California's Premier Introduction Service for Single Professionals Since 1984.

Wonderful book! Both a wrenching story of love and loss and a riveting chronicle of the author's life. Intensly revealing, beautifully rendered memories kept me turning pages into the night. Yes, you cry - you sob with sadness for the author's loss and the beauty of their love for eachother. Ultimately deeply healing and fulfilling - this book left me with a profound respect for the power of love and a lingering taste of the sweetness of a life fully lived.

Diana has written a wonderful story that affirms how deep and abiding love for one another can still go on, even after a loved one has passed away. A few months ago I lost my best friend, and reading Send Me Someone was a comforting reminder that yes, even though I can't see her, she is still here with me. Jennifer Basye Sander, author, Heavenly Miracles (Wm. Morrow)