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Mackenzie's Mission

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Mackenzie's Mission by Rachael Casella is an intimate and poignant memoir that chronicles a family's journey through grief and hope. The book delves into Rachael and her husband Jonathan's experiences after their daughter Mackenzie was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder. It highlights their determination to advocate for genetic testing and their mission to raise awareness, aiming to prevent other families from facing similar heartbreak.
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You might find this book appealing if you are drawn to personal stories of courage and resilience. The narrative beautifully captures a journey through love, loss, and the extraordinary efforts one couple makes to change the future of genetic research. It's an inspiring memoir of hope and perseverance that may resonate with those interested in family dynamics and advocacy.

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A story of triumph over adversity, the strength that can be found in love and kindness, and the power of one couple to effect positive change in the world.

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'A true love story' - Mia Freedman, founder of Mamamia

Rachael and Jonathan were thrilled to welcome their baby Mackenzie into the world and to start their new lives as parents. Little did they know that in a few months they would be tested to endurance and beyond.

Like many other couples starting a family, Rachael and Jonathan had no idea they were both carriers for a genetic disease, and that 1 in 20 babies are affected by genetic birth defects. Their daughter was one of those babies, and Mackenzie's Mission is Rachael's beautiful and heartwarming account of Mackenzie's life, child loss, and a journey through IVF.

Determined that other couples should not go through the same heartbreak, Rachael and Jonathan are now champions for genetic testing.

This is a story of triumph over adversity, the strength that can be found in kindness and the power of one couple to effect positive change in the world.

'Heartbreaking and inspiring. A must read for anyone who's lost a child, loved a child, or is desperately trying to for a child. You will cry but you will also find comfort in this incredible story.' - Erin Molan, sports presenter, Nine Network

'A book about grief and finding purpose through unimaginable loss and heartbreak. Beautiful Mackenzie will continue to have a powerful impact on this world through the work of her remarkable parents.' - Libby Trickett, Olympic swimming gold medallist and author of Beneath the Surface

'The most extraordinary story of a mother's love and her daughter's legacy.' - Marcia Leone, creator of Not So Mumsy

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Mackenzie's Mission is described as a touching and heartfelt true love story.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760527457

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 June 2020

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 155.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 465g

Pages: 304

About the Author

Rachael Casella is a police officer with the Australian Federal Police. She lives in Sydney with her husband Jonathan, who also works for the Australian Federal Police.

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