Mary Ann places 2nd
in Women's Open on
ABC's Wide World of Sports 1962

 

 

Mary Ann estimating.

Congratulations on the extraordinary book! What a read! We will treasure it in our library and share with our children.

You can open the book to any page and you are drawn into keep reading.

I can see why people wanted you to write a book. Without all of your documentation — no one could have believed it!

“What a great picture ... it shows the adventuress who lived and wrote this marvelous book. I have read it and am reading it again. There is just too much to absorb the first time around. This book is being read from Singapore to North Carolina by my friends and family and what wonderful reviews...Your life is a true inspiration to men and especially women all over the world. Especially those women who wonder if they could accomplish, that which they think is impossible.

Mary Ann has lived the adventure equivalent of 100 lifetimes. "Against All Odds" is what I would have titled the book. Here are stories not just of worldwide adventures, but of personal tragedy, seemingly impossible obstacles and ultimate triumph. How can one individual pack so much living into one lifetime?

It was a great treat to read your fascinating book.  The terms "extraordinary" and "remarkable" seem inadequate to describe the scope of your experiences. It is simply astonishing to consider all the challenges you have sought and conquered with such outstanding success. Thanks so much for finding time to provide such a splendid book and the inspiring example of your life.

Patricia Shull
Administrative Assistant
Radiological Associates
Medical Group, Inc.
San Jose, CA

Reading about your adventures was like taking a much needed holiday - I wish there were more books like this and have recommended it to all my friends. You are such a wonderful example of grace, courage and dignity.

I hope sales are going well. If not, they don't know what they are missing.

Marge Barnard
Retired Psychologist
Healdsburg, CA

The story was so fascinating. What a remarkable and exciting life! I was taken over a whole range of emotions as I read the book. I was happy to learn of the many triumphs and angered to learn of the few near disasters. The book is so very well written and illustrated—a real source of entertainment.

Archie Jensen
Retired Engineer
Los Gatos, CA

What makes Mary Ann Quinn thoroughly astounding was much of what she has accomplished was done in the early 50's and 60's. She truly is an inspiration.

Member
South Bay Riders Club
San Jose, CA

I used your book for a book review. It is really three books in one. They were fascinated by it. And, I loved your book and I'm so glad that you wrote this book. My favorite books I read more than once. I'll be reading yours again and again.

Virginia Bills
Retired Educator
Carmichael, CA

My neighbor was delighted with Above & Beyond given as a gift to her and could not wait to read it. But no! Her 93-year old husband (She is much younger) began to read the book and she couldn't get it away from him. She heard him chuckling and reacting with enthusiasm as he devoured the book with great delight. When her turn came she read the book with equal delight. And why not? ABOVE & BEYOND is absolutely unique in the field of true adventure stories.

I loved your book. I truly admire your spirit and "can-do" attitude. Your testimony on your life is very inspiring and encouraging, and the book is entertaining as well. Thanks for sharing your life story via this book, may it truly inspire others to have a "can-do" attitude.