"In this wise and sensitive book, Ann Johnson introduces us to an intelligent, committed, authentic, compassionate, faithful and attrac tive woman. The woman happens to be Mary, the mother of Jesus We have every reason to be surprised and grateful that Ms. Johnson has broken through the stereotypes that have limited Mary as a role model for active articulate women of all ages. Mary emerges through Johnson's free verse as someone we are meeting for the first time. I will want my mother and my young daughter to read this book"

Doris Donnelly
Theologian and author

"Ann Johnson adds new lines to the never-ending litany of Our Lady. In an easy reading style she looks into the mind and heart of the strong woman. Mary of Nazareth, as the Blessed Virgin recalls the great sisters among her people-Deborah, Judith. Esther. Ruth and Miryam, the sister of Moses and then reflects in joy and sorrow on the birth and life, the agony and glory of her son the Savior. Among the reflections are a set of magnificats, and beyond the resurrection, ascension and pentecost, finally, dormition, and a tender epilogue. 'In Gratitude
Eamon R. Carroll
Loyola University