Buy used: $6.15
Get Fast, Free Shipping with Amazon Prime
FREE delivery Monday, May 6 on orders shipped by Amazon over $35. Order within 16 hrs 48 mins
Used: Good | Details
Sold by Zoom Books Company
Fulfilled by Amazon
Condition: Used: Good
Comment: Book is in good condition and may include underlining highlighting and minimal wear. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Free 2-day shipping with Amazon Prime!

Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) is a service we offer sellers that lets them store their products in Amazon's fulfillment centers, and we directly pack, ship, and provide customer service for these products. Something we hope you'll especially enjoy: FBA items qualify for FREE Shipping and Amazon Prime.

If you're a seller, Fulfillment by Amazon can help you grow your business. Learn more about the program.

Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items.
Amazon book clubs early access
Loading your book clubs
There was a problem loading your book clubs. Please try again.
Not in a club? Learn more
Amazon book clubs early access

Join or create book clubs

Choose books together

Track your books
Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free.
Explore Amazon Book Clubs
Kindle app logo image

Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required.

Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web.

Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app.

QR code to download the Kindle App

Follow the author

Barbara Mandrell
Follow
Something went wrong. Please try your request again later.

Get to the Heart: My Story Mass Market Paperback – September 1, 1991

by Barbara Mandrell (Author), George Vecsey (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 86 ratings
See all formats and editions
To her millions of fans around the world she is beautiful, blond, and talented. A multifaceted performer whose music strikes a chord of truth. A loving wife and mother whose traditional values and tremendous faith touch the heart. But in September 1984 fate placed Barbara Mandrell and two of her children on a Tennessee highway, where a car crossed two lanes of traffic to hit her car head-on...and Barbara Mandrell and her story book life were changed forever.

Here, for the first time, the spirited star who made her professional debut at age eleven who performed with country legends such as Patsy Cline and Johnny Cash, and who was chosen Entertainer of the Year two years running, shares her memories of the accident and her long, painful journey back. This is a chronicle of her remarkable rise to fame, a tribute to the extraordinary family who protected and sustained her. But most of all this is Barbara's own triumphant story of hard-won survival.

Get To The Heart
Previous page
  1. Print length
    464 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Bantam
  4. Publication date
    September 1, 1991
  5. Dimensions
    4.25 x 1 x 7 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0553292439
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0553292435
  8. See all details
Next page
The Amazon Book Review
The Amazon Book Review
Book recommendations, author interviews, editors' picks, and more. Read it now.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Fascinating...Inspiring....

By the end of Get to the Heart, Ms. Mandrell not only commands respect, she seems like an old friend."

-- The New York Times Book Review

"Unflinching...Potent...This is the story of a survivor."

-- Variety

From the Inside Flap

To her millions of fans around the world she is beautiful, blond, and talented. A multifaceted performer whose music strikes a chord of truth. A loving wife and mother whose traditional values and tremendous faith touch the heart. But in September 1984 fate placed Barbara Mandrell and two of her children on a Tennessee highway, where a car crossed two lanes of traffic to hit her car head-on...and Barbara Mandrell and her story book life were changed forever.

Here, for the first time, the spirited star who made her professional debut at age eleven who performed with country legends such as Patsy Cline and Johnny Cash, and who was chosen Entertainer of the Year two years running, shares her memories of the accident and her long, painful journey back. This is a chronicle of her remarkable rise to fame, a tribute to the extraordinary family who protected and sustained her. But most of all this is Barbara's own triumphant story of hard-won survival.

Get To The Heart

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bantam (September 1, 1991)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Mass Market Paperback ‏ : ‎ 464 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0553292439
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0553292435
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.25 x 1 x 7 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 86 ratings

About the author

Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations.
Barbara Mandrell

Barbara Mandrell

Brief content visible, double tap to read full content.
Full content visible, double tap to read brief content.

Discover more of the author’s books, see similar authors, read author blogs and more

Customer reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
86 global ratings
Get to the Heart
5 Stars
Get to the Heart
Excellent book. I read it in 4 days. Great story. Barbara also details the crash that nearly took her life.
Hide
Thank you for your feedback
Sorry, there was an error
Sorry we couldn't load the review

Top reviews from the United States

Music
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book.
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2022
Verified Purchase
It’s like listening to Barbara talk! A legend!
One person found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
alkrist
5.0 out of 5 stars Barbara beats it all!
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2016
Verified Purchase
As one of my favorite all time country artists Barbara'a story is quite unique. A talented young girl raised in a home led by a strong father, she falls for a young man but wont succumb to young l8be without her dad's favor. She begins a musical career traveling the country in her dad's backseat with her sisters....she is so multi-talented no deterrent can hold her back....and as they say, the rest is history! Extremely enjoyable read. And I've read it many times. Its just intriguing.
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Caticorn McGrover
5.0 out of 5 stars You have to read this book!
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2016
Verified Purchase
Truly inspiring and incredible book!!!! Once you pick it up, you will not be able to set it down until you've read the whole thing at least twice. I have read this book several times over the years (purchased this one as a replacement) and it continues to inspire me in new ways. This is an amazing story of a woman who has had an unbelievable journey and came back from a devastating injury to reclaim her life. We can all learn from her story!
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Elissa Ellefson
4.0 out of 5 stars Still in appreciation for you and your music!
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2015
Verified Purchase
I'm a fan of Barbara Mandrell...always have been and always will be! I appreciate how this story is written in her own words and how she would be telling it. A lot is explained about the decisions made for her life as it is today. Thank you for sharing and know your faith, family values and talent is still appreciated!
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Roger G
5.0 out of 5 stars Barbara Mandrell Exposed
Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2013
Verified Purchase
I have always love Barbara Mandrell ever since i was a very young child.The queen of country exposes herself in every way possible, she lives through the happy times and suffered dramatically through her accident. I remember reading about the accident in the news paper, but never did i ever imagine to what extent her injuries were.Very beautifully written.. Get to know her up close, there are always things one can learn about her.
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Mayra Marlene F. Campello
5.0 out of 5 stars Barbara Mandrell It's the best I could buy
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2013
Verified Purchase
It was so nice I could buy this album. O live In S.Paulo/Brazil, and you will never find a CD like this one, around here. It came easily, and this is not the first one I buy. Its great to have a chance to buy a cd from US and received it over here with no problems at all. I have no idea how many times I heard it. Thank you.
Mayra F. Campello
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
CB_Seven
3.0 out of 5 stars Life changes
Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2019
Verified Purchase
I remember when Mandrell’s auto accident occurred. It made national news and opened up multiple scandals. The media portrayed Mandrell in an unfavorable light at that time. This book gives pretty good detail of what she was facing during that stage of her life and the psychological changes in her. My wife and I were both stunned to discover that Mandrell is still alive today. We were both under the belief that Mandrell passed away decades ago from alcoholism/drug use. We haven’t heard any of her songs on the radio in more than 25 years. Some of her songs are really good. The book portrays her as pro gun, pro Christianity, and pro traditional family values. We love that fact! The car accident dramatically affected her life and those around her. She thinks political correctness is nonsense. She retired from the performing business sometime during the 90’s. Since reading this book we have purchased Mandrell’s two gospel CDs of which we were unaware she made. She loves Elvis and his music. We think you’ll like reading this book.
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Nicole M Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Very well
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2021
Verified Purchase
I love this book and I am glad I can now own a copy.
One person found this helpful
Helpful
 Report

Top reviews from other countries

billy
5.0 out of 5 stars Get to the heart
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 19, 2014
Verified Purchase
Had a copy of this years ago and lost it. So glad to get a copy although the original was autographed.
Report
The Original Red
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 19, 2016
Verified Purchase
Superb own to earth book,highly recommended.
Report