Intensive Care: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Survival

By Maria Teresa Soy Andrade

In her powerful and moving memoir, Maria Teresa Soy Andrade shares her extraordinary journey of love, loss, and survival. Set against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic, Andrade's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of love.

A Love Story

Andrade's memoir begins with her idyllic childhood in Brazil, where she grew up in a close-knit family. She recounts her early dreams and aspirations, and her eventual meeting with the love of her life, Dr. Paulo Andrade. Their love story is a beautiful and inspiring tale of two souls finding each other and building a life together.

The Pandemic Strikes

In March 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic hit Brazil with devastating force. Dr. Andrade, a renowned physician, was on the front lines of the battle against the virus. As the pandemic raged on, Andrade's health began to deteriorate. He was diagnosed with COVID-19 and admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU).

A Fight for Life

Andrade's memoir takes readers inside the ICU, where she spent weeks fighting for her husband's life. She describes the harrowing experience of watching her loved one battle the virus, the uncertainty and fear that consumed her, and the unwavering hope that kept her going.

The Power of Love

Despite the overwhelming odds, Andrade's love for her husband never wavered. She became his pillar of strength, a source of comfort and inspiration. Her unwavering devotion and determination to be by his side played a crucial role in his recovery.

A Journey of Healing

After weeks of intensive care, Dr. Andrade finally recovered from COVID-19. The couple's journey of healing, however, was far from over. Andrade shares the challenges they faced as they adjusted to their new reality, the emotional scars that remained, and the lessons they learned from their near-death experience.

A Memoir of Hope

Intensive Care is a story of love, loss, and survival that will touch your heart and stay with you long after you finish reading it. Andrade's powerful storytelling and her ability to capture the essence of human emotion make this memoir a must-read for anyone who has ever faced adversity or experienced the power of love.

Praise for Intensive Care

"A powerful and moving memoir that will inspire hope in the darkest of times." — The New York Times

"A beautifully written and deeply personal account of love, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit." — The Washington Post

"A must-read for anyone who has ever been touched by the power of love." — People Magazine

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Intensive Care is available now in hardcover, paperback, and e-book. Order your copy today and experience the transformative power of love.