Whispers in the Windstorm: A Journey of God’s Blessed Assurance During My Year with Breast Cancer

In her first book, a collection of personal journal entries, Danylko chronicles her cancer journey. Beginning a few short weeks after she was diagnosed with breast cancer and concluding with her decision to refuse more chemotherapy, Danylko provides intimate insight into the ways cancer has affected her life, faith, and loved ones. She vividly recalls the physical pain of a mastectomy and chemotherapy, as well as the emotional turmoil of losing a breast and making myriad difficult decisions, such as whether the benefit of treatment outweighs the side effects. True to her lived reality, the book is not solely about her medical journey, but provides glimpses into her family life, marriage, career, mission work, and (most importantly for Danylko) faith. Much of the book, in fact, is dedicated to describing her mission trips to Haiti and her ruminations on a Christian obligation to share wealth with the poor. Though some readers may not agree with all of Danylko’s viewpoints or decisions, this book provides a moving and often heart-wrenching glimpse into what it’s like to experience cancer. (BookLife)