ONLY MORTALS CAN BE HEROES
by
David J. Weaver
READERS' REVIEWS
"I've had great success teaching this book in university classes. . . Adam's story of suffering and salvation encourages readers to empower themselves and others. Indeed, David J. Weaver's Only Mortals Can Be Heroes exemplifies this textual activism and calls for his readers to enact the same. For all its pathos, the narrative's overwhelming message of the redemptive power of love--love for one's self, family, and neighbor-- offers us all redemption and, yes, hope. " ~Michele L. Mock, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of English, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown
"There are lessons to be learned from the courage of a young man fighting a seemingly defenseless battle against an addiction that robbed him of all that is decent, and the pain of a father who has to let his son go in order to get him back." ~Jerry Facciani
"I went to the bookstore this past Thursday, bought your book, and actually stayed up until 2 a.m. until I finished it. I needed to put it down and get some sleep, but found it impossible to do so. . . I was reading what I had been through as a parent, and thanks to you, I have a better understanding now of the terrible battle my son is waging." ~Anonymous
"I've read many books on the topic of addiction, but not one can compare to this one! I honestly believe that every family that has been touched by addiction should have a copy of this book to read over and over again. There is an overall message of a young man overcoming his addiction, and the love of a father who would not allow his son to die an addict. As you travel this journey with Adam, you will grow to understand what the words 'love,' 'choices,' 'forgiveness' and 'life' mean. David Weaver is an exceptional writer who knows how to use words and a message of hope to delve deep into the heart and soul of a person. This is a passionate book about caring, daring, and sharing, and overcoming. Nobody will walk away from this book without being touched in some intimate way! Truly a 'must read' book for everyone!"~Clara Hinton, author and motivational speaker http://www.clarahinton.com
"This book is full of goodies from street smarts to theology. Yet, it is fast-paced and hard to put down. It's easy to identify with Adam because he is us or someone we know. Get to know him yourself; you'll be glad you did!" ~Rick Nowe
"A most heart-wrenching story of a druggy-- his cold, almost unbelievable, uncaring attitude toward all his family to feed his habit-- and the depth of love shown by his father to save his life." ~Helene C. Schellhammer
"I hope this is not too informal, but I wanted to compose a letter in regards to your book. I loved it. I finished it in just a few hours. I was so attached reading it because just a few months ago a childhood friend died from a drug overdose. . . I just wanted to say that you and Adam truly created something beautiful, and I was very touched by it." ~Anonymous
"No one can walk away from this book untouched. I loved it, and so did my mother-- who hasn't read a book cover-to-cover in at least twenty years. The story is heart-warming, raw, and inspiring, and I would recommend it to anyone who knows a drug addict." ~Anonymous
". . . a must resource for mid-school and high school counselors. Addiction has no boundaries and, regardless of social and economic status, its effects are profoundly felt by all the addict's loved ones." ~Lynn Glass, MA, NCC, LPC.
"Thank you for sharing your book Only Mortals Can Be Heroes with me. It was quite an eye-opener as to what does go on in our small Johnstown community and to some of our youth. The story of your family and how Adam made his journey from addiction to recovery certainly is inspiring. I'm forwarding this book to our high school counselor, with the hope that she shares the story with our grade 7-12 students. Thank you again, God bless you and your family." ~Anonymous
"How often do we make a promise to do better only to slip and fall? Whether the promise is made to family or God, it is love that helps us to begin again. This is the story of Adam and his family's journey through and beyond addiction. It is a story for any family that is dealing with some form of addiction." ~Janice L. Melonic
"Adam's story will break your heart. It will also make you believe that miracles can still happen. This story is about a confused boy who struggles for 12 years to become an upright man, and it is about a father who struggled to provide the right kind of support for his son." ~Justin J. Antonini, M.Ed., High School Principle, retired
"Someone once asked me to consider the possibility that heaven and hell weren't actual places, but mental states that people experience throughout their lives. I think that there's a lot of truth in that, and I also think that there's no other way to describe what you and Adam went through during that time. It was sheer hell, and granted I'm young, but I've never heard (or read) a story that was rawer than this one. I think that it's impossible to walk away from this book untouched (or with dry eyes). . . Regardless of what a person's demon is, and regardless of how insignificant it may seem to other people, each person searches for a way to overcome it. Adam's story has the potential to be a light in the darkness for many people. I am proud of him and grateful that I had the opportunity to read his story." ~Anonymous
"As a mother of five children, this book is quite an eye-opener. Its amazing how someone can become an addict. Adam learned how to be so clever. Reading this book made me realize how I need to be one step ahead of my children. Always looking for the warning signs. This is a book that I plan to make my children read. Hopefully reading this book will make my children understand how terrible drug abuse and addiction are. All schools should have this book and should use it in their health classes to show our young teenagers what could happen to them. How horrible it is that Mr. Weaver had to go through this, but if it helps at least one person then its worth it. I would recommend that every parent read this book." ~Tracey Handyside
The true story of the havoc drugs cause, overcoming it, and finding your purpose in life." ~Matthew Korenoski, age 15.
"I am a 17-year-old student in New York. Recently, I
read your book and was deeply touched by your son Adam's story. I myself
am not into drugs, but like most teenagers, I know a person or two that is.
My school often holds assemblies about staying drug-free that include lame
movies about situations that are ridiculous and completely made-up. . . I think
a story like Adam's should be told in a school like mine. I want to try to
get teachers to encourage their students to read this book, because the story is
something I truly believe and know is real, and I know that it will have an
enormous impact on the rest of the students. Only Mortals Can Be Heroes
has changed my outlook forever." ~Anonymous
"This book is a 'must read' for anyone who has been involved in any way with addicts. It is an amazing true story of love and faith. I was so moved that the author and his son would open the doors of their lives for all to experience, and for all to learn. Thank you!" ~Kathleen S. Klein
"An intoxicating book filled with pathos and humanity. A story of addiction, adoption, and the power of love that every person can relate to. Get ready! This will emotionally charge you and grab you by the collar." ~Catherine Sweeney, Certified Family-Based Counselor
"In May of last year my son died as a result of an accidental overdose. He was only 20 years old. Then, a friend gave me a copy of your book to read. I immediately felt as if I were reading the story of me and my son, and I am thankful for your writing it and having read it. . . while I am thankful your son survived, I did wonder why mine did not." ~Anonymous
"You walk every step with this family on an emotional journey of abuse that no one would ever want to take." ~Nancy Everhart
"A tale of challenge and triumph, so absorbing that it will lure you into giving it your full attention! You will be totally immersed in the heart-warming, gut-twisting story. WARNING: BE PREPARED TO DEAL WITH EVERY EMOTION!! If you are a parent, pay particular attention." ~Randall Clair Coleman
"Experiencing just a shred of the anguish and triumph that Adam and his father felt has left me more human for having taken the journey with them." ~Mark Facciani
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