Piece of Work, a Memoir

We Are All a Piece of Work, a Work in Progress, and a Work of Art

De: Danielle Tantone

Narrado por: Danielle Tantone

“Marriage provides us with some of our most profound spiritual tests. Danielle's memoir is an honest rendering of heartbreak, struggle and redemption. It is deeply human and beautifully written. If you've ever felt alone on your journey, you will find an understanding companion in this book.” (Emily Tamayo Maher, author of The Meaning Method)

“As a man in his 40’s I wasn’t sure if I would be able to connect with Danielle’s story. I was wrong. This book highlights a very human story, compelling and filled with beauty, mess, and the journey toward reconciliation. Each page turn found me wanting to know what was next. You’ll enjoy the ride.” (Matthew Gibson, pastor, producer and sound engineer)

“Piece of Work reminds us that beliefs and identity are malleable. Danielle shares her story of survival and faith with candor and humor. Written in a relatable way, it feels like hearing a story from a good friend.” (Emily Silva, author of Sunrise Gratitude)

Piece of Work is the story of a spicy Jewish girl who tried to become a sweet Christian wife—and failed miserably. Caught between expectations from two opposing worldviews, Danielle sought love like an addict chasing a drug. After years of tumbling through life searching for that missing piece, she finally found true love, forgiveness, and empathy within herself. With renewed faith, she faced breast cancer and became a nurse in the middle of a pandemic. She came to understand that her tumultuous life and complicated identity had left her with invaluable gifts: the ability to see both sides, the understanding of what it feels like to be broken, and the compassion to build up others. She discovered that we are all a piece of work, a work in progress, and a work of art, all at the same time.

©2022 Danielle Tantone (P)2022 Danielle Tantone

Oh, the beautiful messiness of life!

This engaging memoir is a solid four-star read! Author Danielle Tantone, with great candor, boldly explores all of the beautiful messiness of life, revealing both her triumphs and her struggles. And while the more self-destructive attributes of the story are very sad, all is delivered with a sprinkling of wry humor, a strong dose of encouragement and, ultimately, a message of hope through faith. Danielle's story is unique and interesting, but it is also very relatable. And I have no doubt that, no matter what challenges readers have faced in navigating life, they will identify with the very human experience that is at the heart of the story.

Thank you for sharing your journey so far, Danielle. I'm looking forward to the next installment!

Unexpectedly relatable

Beautiful book with so many relatable circumstances. I wasn't expecting the religious journey the author goes through and found this is what I loved so much about it. It's real, raw and powerful .

Like Talking to a Friend

Danielle’s story, read aloud by her, is like hearing a friend tell you a story. She is a natural narrator, very down to earth and normal, with a trustworthiness in her voice that sounds like a person who anyone could talk to and be honest with. Her messages of forgiveness and understanding one another come across in her pleasant and nonjudgmental tone. Hearing her speak of open-mindedness and diversity with her own varied personal background and experiences gives a believability to her words. It is very easy to picture and imagine all that she says, and her goal of being understood by the reader is achieved with great success. The story is enjoyable and relatable, and hearing the author tell it herself is truly the best way to take it in.

From The Heart

Danielle is an inspiration and I am so very thrilled to have been given this chance to read her story. Or listen to her story as I purchased the audio book. She is honest, and that is incredibly hard to find these days. To hear that someone else might be experiencing the same real life trauma and issues that you yourself are experiencing is both calming and inspiring. I hope that she continues to right and share with us.

Self Compassion, Forgiveness and Loving Acceptance

It’s inspiring how Danielle expresses love, acceptance and beauty in a variety of life’s challenges. I enjoyed the writing and how well she creates a visual of the experiences and articulates her thoughts throughout the journey. Congratulations on all the successes and situations that have been overcome. It an uplifting and inspiring story.

Marriage

I really enjoyed this book! Danielle is very gifted with her words and story telling!

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Loved it! Danielle is so honest and easy to relate to. I can't wait for the next chapter!

So honest and revealing! Extremely well written and thought provoking!

Yes, I’m biased. But like they say everything before the “but” doesn’t matter. I am so proud of Danielle for opening her story up to each one of you. It was definitely a long journey for her and I’m grateful I had the privilege to be there through the long nights of writing and re-writing. I’ve heard bits and pieces of the book over the last few years and knew it was something special. Now that I can listen and read it again and again, I will. This is a story for anyone that has ever made mistakes, learned from them, possibly made them again and still kept on pushing through. Life is a roller coaster for all of us. Whether we enjoy the thrills or scream in terror along the way, we’re all here for the ride! We are all a Piece of Work! I love you my person! 🥰😘❤️

Honest, moving, candid account of a life journey.

Danielle,

I Just finished listening to your book this evening on the ride home from work … wow! Very powerful - your openness and candor about yourself, your weaknesses and struggles were very sobering.

I wanted to get something out to you right away – kind of initial reaction. I know that I am not going to be able to fully articulate how powerful I found your book.

All of us have “sins that so easily ensnare us” (Hebrews 12:1). As we are told in the Scriptures, whatever is not of faith is sin (Galatians 3:12), so regardless of how our lack of faith manifests itself, it is still sin. Some sins are manifested in outward actions, words, and choices we make that we make and hate. While others sins are cloaked in thoughts and attitudes; some who think they have it all together, generally, do not see their sin of pride. Often, those whose sins are not outwardly manifested in actions a very judgmental and unforgiving of those whose sins are manifested in actions and words (e.g., anger and abuse, physical, emotional, or verbal).

Your honesty in confronting your weaknesses and struggles should provide a wakeup call to all who read your book to challenge themselves and ask themselves are they truly addressing sin in their lives vs. excusing thoughts, ideas, words, actions, and other forms of unbelief.

I really did enjoy how you, when examining your heart, actions, or thoughts, went back to the Scriptures for the answers you needed. As I listen to you, questioning your own salvation and security in Christ, I thought of how many times in my walk I have had the same questions. I actually no longer find it surprising to hear believes challenge themselves because of their failings and their own shortcomings to the high calling of Christ.

As I have told others and reassured myself - the lost do not ask these questions of themselves; they do not regret their failings for their failing but for the consequences of the fall.

Anyway, I think I’m rambling. I’m not a writer, but I wanted to let you know I found your book amazing challenging and inspiring. If there is anything I have written that is confusing or sounds weird and you want me explain what I am trying to say better just let me know.

I see you are working on your second book I will definitely get a copy of that too when available.

Oh, by the way, one last thought. I honestly thought your book would be, I don’t want to call it a “chick book,” but was for women because of your battle with breast cancer. It wasn’t. Your discussion of your cancer, your decisions, and your treatment brought back a lot of memories about Terry and her fight with cancer and a lot of tears.

Rex