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  • Believing in Magic

  • My Story of Love, Overcoming Adversity, and Keeping the Faith
  • By: Cookie Johnson, Denene Millner
  • Narrated by: Robin Miles
  • Length: 7 hrs and 11 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (422 ratings)

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Believing in Magic

By: Cookie Johnson, Denene Millner
Narrated by: Robin Miles
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In her poignant and touching memoir, Cookie Johnson, wife of NBA icon Earvin "Magic" Johnson, shares for the first time how her husband's HIV diagnosis twenty-five years ago sent her life and marriage in a frightening new direction.

On November 7, 1991, basketball legend Magic Johnson stunned the world with the news that he was HIV-positive. For the millions who tuned in as he shared his news, Magic's revelation became a seminal moment for the nation. Now twenty-five years later, Cookie Johnson shares her story and the emotional journey that started on that day - from life as a pregnant and joyous newlywed to one filled with the fear that her husband would die, she and her baby would, too, be infected with the virus, and their family would be shunned. Believing in Magic is far more than Cookie's account of surviving that trauma; it is the story of her marriage with Earvin and the nearly three decades of loving each other, losing their way, and eventually finding a path they never imagined they'd take.

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The Real Truth of Magic and Cookie. WOW!

Always wandered about their long lasting relationship, and now we know! Brilliantly narrated. A book for all couples on how to make it work!

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WoW!!!

I was inspired by Cookie's strength and loyalty. Very encouraging and motivational. Job well done!

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Rhonda

Loved it. Where can I get your jeans.may god bless you and your family. Great

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Inspirational

Way to go Cookie! You are a blessing. I have already recommended book to others.

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Good Listen

The book was much better than expected. There's just something about a person's experience in this world that's so intriguing to me.

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Good story

Good story about relationships, love and resilience! it was also a wonderful illustration of how families stick together no matter what.

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Truly Inspiring! Very moving!

Extremely insightful. Gripping at times! Definitely inspiring. We never know what people go through... very revealing. Well written! '

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Great

This book spoke to my marriage of 19yes. I glad to listen to your story.

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Loved It!

I would like to thank the Johnson's for sharing their life with the world. This book expressed that through faith, prayer, and love we can overcome anything.

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Loved it

I really enjoyed this book! It reminded me that we all have a journey, and just because it doesn't fit within a traditional mode doesn't mean that good isn't in it. Well done, Cookie!

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