The Last Rose: A True Celebration of Eternal Life

By Thomas E. Pierce

On March 6, 2004, Thomas Pierce, his wife, JoAnn, and his daughter Lisa were on the water taxi that overturned in Baltimore's Inner Harbor. He lost both of them that day.Pierce's account of the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1933538856
• ISBN13: 9781933538853
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Bridgeway Books
• Length: 107 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.5" x 5.3"

Customer Reviews

He is True to His Heart

I was somewhat reluctant to write a review of this book, because I did not want to appear to be biased. I knew Lisa and came to the hospital the night of the accident, along with Karl and another colleague and friend of Lisa. Our intent was not only to be by Lisa's side as she fought for her life, but also to be a source of strength for Thomas Pierce, her father. Well, as it turned out, Thomas was our source of strength as he consoled us. I still find it amazing how he remained so calm, upbeat, friendly and sincere. He was a beacon of light in an intensive care ward that was quite gloomy. The book is amazing! What I can say is that Thomas Pierce's telling of the story of this tragedy and his family's life is completely authentic and from the heart. His positive attitude displayed in his writing is exactly how he was that night in the hospital. You can't help but feel as though you are sitting in a room listening to him, or, he has written this book in the form of a letter to you personally. Such a feat is not easily accomplished by even the most experienced writers. "The Last Rose" is one of the most awe-inspiring books I have ever read. Thomas Pierce has now provided me with the answers to how and why he has taken this tragedy and turned it into an amazing, uplifting story for all who reads it.

Inspiration

"The Last Rose" is the most beautiful and inspiring book I have ever read. For anyone who has recently (or not) lost a loved one, it is heart warming and comforting at the very least. I am having all my friends and family read it.

The Last Rose A True Celebration of Eternal Life

I must say this is one of the most amazing books I have read in a long time. It is amazing the way this author turned such a tradgey into a positive thing in his life. Losing a wife and daughter in the same day is something I cannot fathom. We never know how we will react in a given situation. Both of these women were truly amazing. The eulogies are a beautiful tribute to them. The most touching part of this book is the letter to Lisa from one of the reservists. While reading it, it is like you are actually there at the scene of the accident and you can feel the pain that everyone was feeling that day. I believe this is a must read for anyone who has lost a loved one. It brings to light that our loved ones, even though they are no longer with us here on earth, are still with us everyday and giving us signs that they are here.