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| Don't Bet against Me!: Beating the Odds Against Breast Cancer and in Life | 
 enlarge | Authors: Deanna Favre, Angela Elwell Hunt
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  38 reviews
Sales Rank: 83834
Media: Paperback
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Pages: 296
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Dimensions (in): 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.8
ISBN: 1414319088
Dewey Decimal Number: 362.196994490092
EAN: 9781414319087
ASIN: 1414319088
Publication Date: August 13, 2008
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| Customer Reviews:
 Great read 4 anyone! October 30, 2007
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
I really enjoyed this book, so much so that I bought three more copies for my Brother, Sister, and Mother. My Mom was recently diagnosed with Breast Cancer and this book helped me to understand what she is going through.
Besides the educational aspect of the book (which is worth the cover price), the book continues on about life for the Favre's; from growing up together in Mississippi, through college, and into the NFL. Perhaps the one thing (outside from cancer education) that I enjoyed the most in this book, is just how much the Favres do to help others. You hear so much negative around NFL players, the stories that Deanna shares are truly refreshing!
A must read 4 for anyone and everyone; especially if you are a fan of the Favre family!
Inspirational November 9, 2007
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
Deanna Favre not only has to deal with the deaths of her father-in-law and brother; she must also deal with breast cancer. Deanna is transparent with her thoughts, feelings, and spirituality. She reveals what life married to a famous quarterback is like. She is "every woman", except we aren't married to Brett Favre. At some point in our lives, all of us will grieve the loss of family members; have trouble in our marriage; and if we don't have cancer, we will deal with some other debilitating illness. She frankly shares her troubles with Brett's addiction to painkillers. She struggled with her decision to stay with him, or leave. Some women (or men) would pack everything and not look back. She chose to stay beside him, to encourage him and to see him through treatment. And years later, it was Brett's turn to stay by her side and encourage her and to see her through treatment.
As she was shocked by the cancer, she reveals that she leaned on God, her husband, family and friends throughout the surgery and treatments. She is frank in her discussion of the treatments and side-effects. I appreciated all the information given. There is even a laugh-out-loud funny story about Deanna and her sister Christie shopping in Wal-Mart! She doesn't preach her message about God. She simply tells us what she believes. I am a Christian as well and it is wonderful to read a book laced with scripture and encouragement. Part of the proceeds from the sale of this book will go to the HOPE Foundation. This foundation serves women in Wisconsin and Mississippi who don't have medical insurance; or don't have enough coverage.
And I can't imagine being in the public eye all the time. But she seems to handle it all with grace and class. And even though being in the public eye is trying at times, she is grateful for Packer fans and all the prayers offered up for her. Instead of shrinking into her shell and staying home all the time, shunning any type of publicity, she chose to face the cancer publicly and share her trials with all of us. Thank you Deanna for revealing to us the godly woman that He created.
The Woman behind the man November 4, 2007
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
Deanna Favre writes a wonderful book not just for those dealing with breast cancer, or fans of her MVP husband, "Don't Bet against me" is a book for everyone. She shares a candid view into her private life with all of it's ups and downs. She points out that money can't buy you happiness, health or a perfect marriage. However, she shows us that strength, patience, love & faith can help you beat the odds. Congratulations to her, her husband and children for staying grounded and remembering what is truly important in life.
must read November 8, 2007
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Don't bet against me, by Deanna Favre is a very inspirational book. Deanna talks from her heart and she will surely touch yours. We are not alone in our struggles, as she is open and candid about her struggles.
This is a quick and easy read. This would make a great gift for anyone who has or had breast cancer and even for those who don't. We can always be inspired!
Life Happens to Superstars and Averagestars.. November 25, 2007
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
So many women are affected by the things Deanna Farve has shared with us in her book. Breast Cancer, infertility, family deaths and even famous spouses. I am personally glad that she has used her celebrity status to share the way she dealth with each and every challenge. While I do not profess to have the deep spiritual faith she mentions through out the book; I recognize the courage it takes to show your under belly to the entire world. Thumbs up to her and I can not think of a more down to earth person working in concert with other breast cancer survivors to give a name to this disease.
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