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90 Minutes in Heaven: A True Story of Death and Life Paperback – Special Edition, September 1, 2015

by Don Piper (Author), Cecil Murphey (Author)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 501 ratings
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The mega bestselling book that started the heaven publishing phenomenon is now a major motion picture starring Hayden Christensen and Kate Bosworth and produced by Michael Polish. Don Piper's incredible true story continues to expand its reach to more people than ever before.

After a semi-truck collided with Don Piper's car, he was pronounced dead at the scene. For the next ninety minutes, he experienced the glories of heaven. Back on earth, a passing minister felt led to stop and pray for the accident victim even though he was told Piper was dead. Miraculously, Piper came back to life, and the pleasure of heaven was replaced by a long and painful recovery.

This special edition of Don's life-changing story includes a new preface from Don about the making of the movie, plus a personal update on the impact the book has had on him, his family, and the millions who have already heard his story. It also includes a note from the publisher, stories from readers, and Scriptures and quotations on heaven.
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    256 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Revell
  4. Publication date
    September 1, 2015
  5. Dimensions
    5 x 1 x 7 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0800726804
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0800726805
  8. Lexile measure
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"Wonderful and inspiring."--Donald Miller, New York Times bestselling author

"Extraordinary."--Newsweek

He thought it was going to be just another day. God had other plans.

Don Piper was on the way home from a conference when his car was crushed by a semitruck that crossed into his lane. Medical personnel said he died instantly. While his body lay lifeless inside the ruins of his car, Piper experienced the glories of heaven, awed by its beauty and music. Ninety minutes after the wreck, while a minister prayed for him, Piper miraculously returned to life on earth with only the memory of inexpressible heavenly bliss. Then his grueling recovery began.

This movie edition includes a new preface from Don, true stories from readers about the effect 90 Minutes in Heaven has had on their lives, and more.

Discover for yourself the story everyone is talking about!


Don Piper is a New York Times bestselling author, an ordained minister, and a popular speaker and TV and radio guest. He and his wife, Eva, live inTexas. Learn more at www.donpiperministries.com.

Cecil Murphey has written or cowritten more than one hundred books, including Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story. Cecil can be contacted at www.cecilmurphey.com.

About the Author

Don Piper has been an ordained minister since 1985. He is the author of the New York Times bestseller 90 Minutes in Heaven and other popular books. He has appeared on Today, The 700 Club, James Robison's Life Today, and other television and radio programs, and teaches across the United States and around the world. He and his wife, Eva, live inTexas. Learn more at www.donpiperministries.com.

Cecil Murphey has written or coauthored more than one hundred books, including the autobiography of Franklin Graham, Rebel with a Cause. A collaborator on the bestseller Gifted Hands with Dr. Ben Carson, Cecil resides in Georgia.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Revell; Special Edition (September 1, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0800726804
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0800726805
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 870L
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 1 x 7 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 501 ratings

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Cecil B. Murphey

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Hello! My name is Cecil Murphey, but everyone just calls me 'Cec.'

I've written dozens of books on a variety of topics with an emphasis on Spiritual Growth, Christian Living, Caregiving, and Recovery. In these books, I share my personal experiences as I strive to be closer to God and to seek his will for me.

My passion is to stimulate people's minds and nourish their souls. Since 1984, I've used my writing to help me accomplish those goals. My first book came off the press in 1975. To date I've published more than 135 books and hundreds of articles.

When I write, I have the opportunity to share my faith and my spiritual growth with others. My nonfiction books are based on my personal experiences, experiences that have been enhanced and developed by meeting people just like you.

As a ghostwriter, I sometimes take other people's materials and write books for them. Some carried my name and others did not. (Ghostwriters are often noted with the word 'with' below the author's name.) Why do I ghostwrite? It's rewarding for me to help others tell their stories of inspiration and growth. For example, when I see and hear from readers of 90 Minutes in Heaven and they describe the peace they now have after losing a loved one, I'm gratified to be a part of telling that story.

I've had the opportunity to be a caregiver and work with a number of other caregivers for their loved ones. It's a difficult, but rewarding commitment. When you're dealing with challenges of Alzheimer's Disease, depression, or substance abuse in your family, it can be a time that stretches you personally and tries your faith.

Stop by my web site. Drop me an e-mail. I'd love to hear from you.

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DIY Gramma
5.0 out of 5 stars TRULY an inspiring read!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2019
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I lived just a few miles from where Don Piper had his accident on the Trinity River bridge. I remember it. Years later, I discovered he is a member of my church, after moving from my hometown to the Houston area.

If you've every had any questions about the reality of Heaven or what you might experience there, you need to read his book. He is not someone wanting to profit from his story. He truly is a very humble man. He didn't even tell the story of his experience until many years after the fact, when a friend convinced him he needed to share it and that maybe that was his purpose for experiencing it in the first place. A WONDERFUL, POWERFUL and INSPIRING story which strengthened my faith even more! I find myself thinking about Heaven often and truly desiring/looking forward to the day I will get to see it for myself! And, to see once again, my love ones that I miss so much. I felt peace just reading his story. Heaven is real and it's there for ANYone willing to accept the free gift of eternal salvation, just by asking Jesus into your heart. Please read it. It might even save your life.......your eternal life!
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suraj parkash Malhotra
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book but ......
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2016
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An excellent description of the pain and suffering of the author. The reader cannot but imagine to be a witness to the goings on. The journey to heaven is beautifullu described. However, the author wants us to believe that one can be a part of heaven only if you believe in Chritianty. Does he think that you cannot be pious to be worthy of God's love if you belong to any other religion. God loves all as he is the creator and sustainer without distinction. His love is all encompassing whether one is Christian Jew Hindu Muslim. Their paths of reaching the Truth may be different but goal is the same i.e. God realisation. From this point of view the author, in my view, has erred.
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Cindy Steinmueller
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2016
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This is an awesome book! I have already recommended it to other people and recommend it to you who are reading this review. It's a true story an that's the best part of this book. I'm amazed at what this man had to endure just to get a glimpse of heaven an am thankful he told us his story because it answers alot of unanswered questions about heaven an also helps to put you at ease about someday going there. Thank You Don for sharing your story to the world and GOD BLESS YOU & STAY STRONG.
Cynthia Steinmueller
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Aaron
4.0 out of 5 stars An Interesting and Multi-Faceted Account
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2016
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I enjoyed reading '90 Minutes in Heaven.'

First, it is well-written for a book of its type, with a simple, easy-to-read narrative. Second, I found the book's overt subject matter (an accident victim's miraculous survival, and his Heavenly near-death-type experience) to be interesting and engaging, with a solid recounting of the case and its details. However, my favorite part of the book was, ironically, the sub-story, that involving Mr. Piper's arduous recovery and its unexpected byproducts of personal growth and spiritual development. Here, we are presented with the compelling account of one man's physical and psychological trials, and the lasting personal evolution that they produced. Also, we see how one person's experiences and choices can affect countless others in a ripple effect, be it Mr. Piper's incredible survival and the spread of his message, or the events which led to him being in the car accident to begin with, or the many other logistics of the incident and its aftermath. If nothing else, Mr. Piper's story illustrates how nothing happens in isolation, from the "big" to the "small" (and how those labels are all, really, just a matter of perspective and awareness). Whether the reader views the text through a spiritual lens or a purely secular one, the book has much to offer, from the earthbound to the supernatural and everything in-between.

My thanks goes out to this book's authors, subjects, and publisher. I am grateful for, and have benefited from, your work and service.
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Jazziegirl
5.0 out of 5 stars It is a good reminder that if you are a Christian heaven is ...
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2016
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This is a true account and one of the earliest to describe someone who has died and went to heaven. It is a good reminder that if you are a Christian heaven is a real place and you get to go there. The bulk of the book deals more with the injuries Don received in a wreck and the very painful slow recovery that followed. He does speak of the many lessons he learned during the recovery and the closer he became to the Lord.
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Starr Leeman
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!!
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2016
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I am not a church goer but I do believe in God. My mother is 63 and in a nursing home with Lewy Body Dementia she is so young. I have felt that she doesn't deserve it and God is mean to make her go thru this but reading this story makes me wonder if it is not for a higher purpose. This book has helped me immensely. This is a must read for everyone!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great inspirational book
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2016
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Great inspirational book. Don's story reassures me of the reality of heaven and a little of what I can expect when I'm finally there. His struggle with physical healing and his ability to help those going through similar struggles because of what he went through was also an encouragement. It gives me assurance that God will use my own personal struggles to bring comfort to those going through similar experiences like He's done with Don.
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Ray
5.0 out of 5 stars The title tells us every thing we need to know
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2019
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I liked his description of heaven, the most & it gives us all hope for the after life & for what awaits us....

Don went to haven & now he tells us about that trip
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dracette
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on December 30, 2016
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R J Musgrave
5.0 out of 5 stars A tonic for doubt.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 25, 2016
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For me, this account of events was heartening, unforgettable, doubt-vanquishing, elevating, life-changing spiritually-renewing and strengthening. It was pick-me up for the soul, at a time when it was personally needed. So, more than worth reading then! (That would be an understatement.) But at what price? For me to receive such benefit which I value more highly than words can convey, feels priceless. However, that also seems horribly selfish because the price the author has paid in severe pain and anguish, so that his story could be told, is nothing short of immense. It is also therefore deeply humbling. My gratitude is woefully insufficient.

I hope that millions will have benefitted like I have done, and more might yet do so. But I dare say that many intractable sceptics will remain intractably sceptical. I was once such a sceptic who would have resented any hope, which others might express, that this narrative might shine a reassuring light through any chink in my stubborn armour. And I most certainly have resented people praying for me. Nevertheless, now at risk of being resented myself, I dare to hope for others who may be as I used to be.

This book alone did not change my mind about God, I have to confess, as I had already turned the corner; somewhat miraculously, considering the previous state of my philosophy and settled persuasions or convictions. It now seems as if I was spiritually stagnant before I came around. During that stage of denial, I strongly doubt that I would ever have entertained the notion of reading such a book, even through curiosity. However, as things had newly awakened deep within, I was probably one-quarter to half-way there. And so it did seem an attractive read, and I found that it did reinforce and boost my newfound faith just when this was most needed to seal the deal, as it were. I now feel much stronger for it, and hugely comforted.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in Australia on April 20, 2016
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Shows god love and his plan for our lives if we are obedient to him.
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Nic
5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 8, 2018
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I loved this book. Piper has gone through a nasty car crash and the ambulance men thought he had died, but he lived to tell the tail of what happened in the 90 minutes he was unconscious and it is a beautiful account.
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Gloria C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on January 18, 2016
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