Recovered, Alive

Written by Amelia Chiarenza

A book titled 'Recovered, Alive' by Amelia Chiarenza is placed on a tree trunk.

An artistic memoir, flirting with wisdom literature.

The ground collapsed.

Within sixteen short months, her mother, her best friend

and her father died.

Watercolor painting of a lush green tree with a thick trunk.

Recovered, Alive offers a deeply personal story while providing connection to others about the universal human experiences of life, love and loss. Amelia Chiarenza journals her thoughts, emotions, reactions and memories during and directly following her loved ones’ deaths. She chronicles a journey “full of twists and turns, heartache and anguish, laughter and turbulence; a journey full of growth, pain, renewal, and discovery.”

What shows up in this book is a gift to readers: an intimate view of her exceptional percipience of human mourning, healing and recovery.

Recovered, Alive sparks perspective for how to enrich our lives based upon the loss we endure.

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Book Reviews

  • <autoplay speed=5></autoplay>"Ms. Chiarenza speaks to a common life journey with uncommon clarity, insight and wisdom. Her narrative voice makes the reader feel they are sitting across a table at a coffee shop, speaking with a trusted friend. She understands the human journey, with all its joy and sorrow, its heights and depths and even its brevity. Ms. Chiarenza weaves her understanding into words that connect with the reader, inspire reflection, and deepen one's appreciation for life. I can't think of a family member, friend or colleague who wouldn't be enriched reading her work. She is a gift to us all."

    Daniel J. Porter - Best Selling Author 

    'Til the Streetlights Came On - Lessons Learned from Neighborhood Games

  • "A compelling story written with grace and humility, Ms. Chiarenza chronicles a story of loss, grief, and love. What follows in these pages is the experience of coming to terms with three major losses in quick succession. These devastating circumstances are beautifully shared as a gift to those who have loved, those who have lost, and those who will understand."

    Marya A. Myslinski, PsyD - Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Close-up view of a tree trunk taken from the ground looking up, showing textured bark and green leaves above with patches of blue sky.

Praise for Recovered, Alive

“Stunning! I love the use of pages, the colors, and it is so well-written.

A masterpiece!”

-Beth Spindler, Healthcare Practice Administrator

“Very moving. Very genuine. Found myself reflecting on the loss of my own parents and how I want to be remembered as a parent. Not ashamed to admit that I had a lump in my throat for a few pages.”

-Chris Ferguson, Astronaut

“I didn’t just read it - I felt it…That’s the mark of a truly special book.”

-Maureen Desmond, Founder-CEO of MDesmond Coaching and Consulting

“Amelia’s writing is like a song. It is so lyrical!”

-Olivia Altmann, Co-Owner of Brushed Salon

“Every time I put the book down, I feel slightly different. A bit more grounded and like I have been through a bit of healing.”

-Lyn Koonce, Facilitator | Educator | Musician

“Thank you for helping me manage the sad days and reminding me to enjoy every second.”

-Pat N.

“Recovered, Alive is not only brilliant writing, it is cathartic and meaningful.”

-John Hegg, Professor and Counselor

“I cannot put this book down!”

-Tanya Worthington, Stylist

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