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Anatomy of a Miracle by Jonathan Miles is one of the best books I have read in a long time. The story takes place in Mississippi and from there we are on a journey that has us questioning our faith, our trust in science, the power of the internet and even the meaning of life.
The novel is written in a journalistic style, full of details, which has us asking is this fact or fiction. You will have to decide. The main character, Cameron lives with his sister Tanya, who is his main caregiver. He has returned from the war in Afghanistan with a severed spine and has been told he will never walk again. For four years he …more has been confined to a wheelchair. On one of those hot, muggy Mississippi days Tanya wheels him down to the convenience store to pick up a few necessities. While Tanya is inside, Cameron suddenly feels overcome by a strange sensation. He isn't sure what he feels. Suddenly he stands up and begins to walk. And that is where the debate begins. What happened, how did it happen, why did it happen? As you continue reading you begin questioning your own beliefs. This, of course would make this a great book for discussion. It certainly left me thinking for a long time after I finished the book. (less)

This book captured my attention and I couldn't wait to find out what happened. I loved the "novel as truth" format. The unbelievable premise of recovery was made quite "believable. " the characters were well developed. They were likable and came across as real.

Only downside is a personal peeve - towards the end the "political" commentary on a social issue came on too strong.

I was initially put off by, of all things, the back cover of Anatomy of a Miracle, which suggested a sensational, masculine story that I might not enjoy. Fortunately, I was hooked by Tanya in the early pages and quickly fell for this novel as it revealed its sense of humor, its gripping journalistic tone, and its giant heart. I found myself reading it like a mystery, searching for clues, while being carried along by the compelling tale of Cameron and his miracle, and the author's deep exploration into the complexities of faith.

For some reason, I couldn't put this book down. And I'm still trying to decipher the ending. Was he, is he, did he?

This is one of the most informative books I have read in the last 6 months. I could feel what Cameron goes through emotionally and spiritually after he mysteriously walks after 4 years of paralysis. I found it mind provoking between reason and faith. Would this test my faith and what do I really believe.

This happening affected so many people from neighbors, friends , the media, the medical field and the clergy. It was disturbing to me how everyone wanted a piece of the pie and the demands put on Cameron, while he was confused as to why this happened to him.

Much is learned about the making of reality shows and …more how the Vatican investigates miracles in these modern times.

This book left me with the feeling I knew the characters intimately. It is a very emotional and absorbing story. (less)

This is a very unique book. It's written as an account of a true story yet it's a novel and upon googling Cameron Harris, the recipient of the so called miracle it's clear it's not a true story or at least not a story of Mr. Harris. It reads like a TV expose' viewed over several weeks that explores not only Cameron's miracle, his life, and frailties but also explores in depth the same frailties in every character from his sister, to his doctor to the religious figures who investigate the miracle. Religion battles medicine and throughout the novel hints at something sinister ahead. Perhaps Cameron has made the …more whole thing up. But the reality is much less sinister to this day and age but has dire consequences for Cameron's credibility anyway. It's a fabulous read and leaves the reader to draw their own conclusions about the true anatomy of a miracle (less)

Cameron Harris is a paraplegic, paralyzed from the waist down,due to an accident in Afghanistan, while he was in the Army. He has been confined to a wheelchair for the past four years. His older sister Tanya is his caretaker and is extremely protective. One day wanting to be left outside the neighborhood convenience store while his sister shopped he all if a sudden stands and starts walking. Is this a miracle from God? Was his medical condition misdiagnosed ? Or has this all been a faux? These are the questions people are asking. This is an intriguing novel filled with interesting characters. Religious leaders, …more reality TV producers, his VA doctors and her colleagues and skeptics are all wanting answers. From current time the author takes us back to Cameron's stressful teen years and of course to his time in Afghanistan. I highly recommend this novel to book clubs. It brings up issues people are facing today. It will be an excellent book to discuss in your club . (less)

A powerful, thought provoking story of how people try to understand and accept the inexplicable things that happen in life. Set against the "miracle" of a paralyzed veteran suddenly walking 4 years post war-related injury, we experience how a host of characters and the main character, Cameron Harris, seek to understand what this miracle is supposed to mean or should mean to them and to Cameron in particular. Written with a journalistic slant, the wonderful prose weaves a powerful story that sets faith against science, acceptable versus unacceptable and expectations against human failings. Worthwhile read about …more how humans create their own story. (less)