To Heaven and Back: A Doctor’s Extraordinary Account of Her Death, Heaven, Angels, and Life Again: A True Story -   This memoir by Dr. Mary C. Neal, an orthopaedic surgeon, is a fascinating account of her spiritual journey.  An outdoor enthusiaist, Dr. Neal was kayaking in southern Chile when her boat became wedged under water and she drowned.  She describes this event as one of the greatest gifts she was ever given.  Mary describes her experience of death and then the immediate soul experience of being greeted by human spirits sent by God to guide her on her journey.  The vivid recollections are fascinating and uplifting as she shares how God has used her experiences in the subsequent years.  This extremely gifted and educated scientist and mother answers many questions that people have asked about her unique experience throughout the book and in a Q and A section at the conclusion of the book.