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The Woman Who Knows How to Fly

By: Luis Alberto Gónzalez Arenas, María Antonieta Osornio
Narrated by: Julia Vera Andrews, Robb Moreira, full cast
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Antonieta Osornio was a rebellious young woman who fell in love and married very young. One day her husband challenges her, and Tony decides to jump out of a plane, and as a result of that experience, Tony becomes addicted to skydiving. From that moment on, her life turns into a series of adventures, escaping death on so many occasions, that ultimately lead her to become a source of inspiration and change for people with motor disabilities.

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Editorial Review

Dare to live life to its fullest. After all, what are you living for? A dare is what opened Antonieta Osornio to her fullest potential.
Maria "Tony" Antonieta Osornio became addicted to skydiving after taking a dare from her husband. Her vibrant personality gave way to a rich life as it became a never-ending stream of adventures - proving that her disability did not define her. A story of triumph for the disabled and a tale of admiration for those who aren't, Tony's life is something to dwell on.
This biography, told by Luis Alberto González Arenas, recounts the story of María Antonieta Osornio, known as "The Skydiver," who dared to challenge the perceived limiting qualities of her identity to pursue a life of adventure. Who knew one innocent dare from her husband would spark a life so full of dynamic introspection. Through the perspective of a disabled Latina with motor disabilities, Robb Moreira narrates The Woman Who Knows How to Fly, alongside Julia Vera Andrews and a full cast of narrators. This inspiring audiobook will dare you to transform your life to live it to the fullest. Remember that you are more than your body, all while paying homage to the interconnectedness of your identities which make you uniquely you. —Audible Latino Editor.

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I’m glad that I happened across this book. It’s an incredibly important story to tell and I’m glad it was done through the authenticity of interview. That being said it has all the elements of a thrilling tale but told as a personal development story with most of the thrill taken out. Doing it this way gives you a greater feel for the real people who went through these experiences but it wouldn’t surprise me if another author writes Tony’s story and turns it into a more thrilling adventure. So if you want an authentic perspective buy this book.

An important story to be told

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I highly recommend this biography! It is pivotal and potentially life changing! The entire production is extremely well done.

Excellent

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I loved this book! I love reading stories about strong women. What an incredibly brave soul. Toni hit the ground running and lived life on her own terms. What truly struck me was her bounceback and her taking ownership of her life after her accident. As a society we often dismiss thr plight of less able bodied folks and this tale really shed light on that fact. I found a lot of inspiration in this documentary and I think it can serve as a reminder to us all that life is for living.

thrilling, inspiring n sometimes heartbreaking

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Very inspirational and eye opening. Thank you for sharing. I would recommend this book to everyone.

Amazing

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Beautifully told, captured, produced! Two thumbs up!!!
You will want to see life from a different perspective after this story!

Looking for an an inspiring story…here it is!

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This book is the amazing story of María Antonieta Osornio, who is a modern and current hero. The writing and narration draw you in and make you feel as though you were a part of the team that interviewed Toni. And then you feel as though you were there as she grew up and continued to learn and accomplish goals. She has lived, and continues to live, a life that is more full and rich than so many of us. My first impression was ‘how does she have the strength to work so hard?’ But now I’m concentrating on making it personal, and finding a way to embrace her philosophy of Every Momont is a Moment.

Inspiring and amazing book

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What an incredible story composed and read so brilliantly with personal interviews that add dynamic dimension to the unfolding and struggle to become more beyond tragedy.

An unexpected wonderful listen

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In the beginning I thought it was a fictional work but I am so Glad I got to listen to this biography that again sounds like a fantastic story.
Enjoy !

Amazing lady !

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