In the world's most dangerous and unstable regions, where bombs fall and despair lingers, there are children struggling to survive with heart defects that could be easily treated in stable healthcare systems. Yet, in conflict zones, their lives hang in the balance. Dr. William M. Novick, a pioneering pediatric heart surgeon, embarks on a life-changing journey to save children's lives in war-torn areas, bringing hope where it seems impossible.This is the gripping, real-life story of Dr. Novick's missions to deliver life-saving pediatric heart surgery to children in the most perilous environments. From makeshift operating rooms amidst chaos to the emotional toll of working in conflict zones, Beneath the Bombs offers a rare glimpse into the power of compassion, resilience, and the healing power of surgery in the face of unimaginable adversity.Through heartfelt personal stories of survival, tragedy, and triumph, Dr. Novick shares how he and his dedicated team faced logistical challenges, ethical dilemmas, and the ever-present threat of violence while fighting to heal blue babies-children born with congenital heart defects. From the desperate families seeking help to the local healthcare workers empowered to lead their own programs, this book illuminates the transformative impact of pediatric cardiac surgery on young lives.Packed with powerful insights, dramatic moments, and heartwarming victories, Beneath the Bombs is not just about saving lives - it's about rebuilding hope in the world's most broken places.What you'll discover in this book: Real-life stories of children whose hearts were healed against all oddsThe challenges of providing surgery in conflict zones, where resources are scarce and danger is constantThe power of local partnerships and the impact of empowering local healthcare teams to carry on life-saving workLessons on resilience, leadership, and the transformative role of hope in adversityA surgeon's journey in one of the world's most demanding and emotionally charged environmentsIf you're looking for a book that will inspire, challenge, and show the true power of human determination, Beneath the Bombs is a must-read. This isn't just a medical story - it's a story of humanity, where every heart saved is a beacon of hope.