lizritchie22's review against another edition
4.0
I listened to this memoir on audio book. Susannah's story of her rare diagnosis was very tragic and hard to listen to at times. I sympathized for her family and loved ones that witnessed her decompensation both physically and mentally. Susannah touches on our broken medical system which often seems clients as numbers. She also touches on her class privilege which allowed her to be able to afford several tests and pay her high medical bills. Thanks to her memoir and case, her diagnosis has been more recognized which has helped other people get the treatment they need.
saltdkhiramel's review against another edition
4.0
The book was really good. The ending was a little slow and kind of hard for me to get through but overall it was fascinating
world_of_the_book_dragon99's review against another edition
5.0
Very interesting book if it wasn't for this book I would have never known about the disease Susannah has. A book about a strong, brave, amazing and inspiring individuals life from the moment her health spirals to her diagnosis and recovery. Couldn't recommend more!
maddiearthur's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Panic attacks/disorders, Chronic illness, Dementia, Medical content, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Moderate: Forced institutionalization, Blood, and Fatphobia
jenheartbooks's review against another edition
5.0
Absolutely riveting. The audiobook is extremely well done.
kilonshele's review against another edition
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness
bak8382's review against another edition
4.0
This is a fascinating look at what can happen when you suffer from a disease that is not easy to diagnose. Cahalan is a journalist, and after recovery she pieces together the story of what happened to her. It was a long road, and she had a really good support system. It definitely makes you think about all the people who slip through the cracks of the medical system.