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At 36 Casey appears to have it all, a good job and a loving family. But Casey lives with epilepsy and stress is a big trigger. As a litigator, stress is not stranger to her. When things start to progressively get worse, she’s told she needs to make some tough decision – she can’t keep going like she is. The decisions that she make affect every aspect of her life and her future. Told from the perspectives of both Casey and her husband, Jonah, this book explores how we are sometimes forced to live a life that we didn’t expect.
What a wonderful book! I absolutely devoured this book and couldn’t put it down. It was so beautifully written. The author did a fantastic job of writing the complexity that comes with a chronic disease. The story was so believable that at one point I checked to see if this was a memoir – it’s not. I loved how we got both the perspective of Casey and Jonah. It was so nice to read about how Jonah also struggled with Casey’s disease. Chronic diseases are hard and force us to make sacrifices – and this book did a fantastic job of portraying this.
If you are looking for a truly amazing book, then grab a copy of this one May 25th.
Thank you so much to @mckinneymediagroup for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
What a wonderful book! I absolutely devoured this book and couldn’t put it down. It was so beautifully written. The author did a fantastic job of writing the complexity that comes with a chronic disease. The story was so believable that at one point I checked to see if this was a memoir – it’s not. I loved how we got both the perspective of Casey and Jonah. It was so nice to read about how Jonah also struggled with Casey’s disease. Chronic diseases are hard and force us to make sacrifices – and this book did a fantastic job of portraying this.
If you are looking for a truly amazing book, then grab a copy of this one May 25th.
Thank you so much to @mckinneymediagroup for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
challenging
emotional
informative
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Learned a lot about epilepsy. I appreciated the work-life details as an attorney, but some of it was unnecessary for readers who aren’t attorneys.
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Casey Scott is living her dream—she's a successful lawyer with a beautiful family. However, her life takes a tumultuous turn as her epilepsy worsens, threatening everything she has worked hard to achieve. With her doctor warning that her seizures could be fatal if left unchecked, Casey stands at a critical juncture: should she prioritize her career and dreams, or prioritize her family and well-being?
Uncontrollable, a fiction novel told from Casey's and her husband's point of view, unravels the extraordinary challenges faced by individuals living with epilepsy in the real world. Through Casey's journey, the book sheds light on the physical, emotional, and societal hurdles that accompany this condition, forcing us to confront the profound compromises we make when confronted with life-altering adversity. With raw authenticity, Staggs takes readers on an emotional roller coaster, delving deep into the heart-wrenching choices and unforeseen consequences that shape Casey's marriage, children, and the very fabric of her future.
A must-read! 5 Stars!
Uncontrollable, a fiction novel told from Casey's and her husband's point of view, unravels the extraordinary challenges faced by individuals living with epilepsy in the real world. Through Casey's journey, the book sheds light on the physical, emotional, and societal hurdles that accompany this condition, forcing us to confront the profound compromises we make when confronted with life-altering adversity. With raw authenticity, Staggs takes readers on an emotional roller coaster, delving deep into the heart-wrenching choices and unforeseen consequences that shape Casey's marriage, children, and the very fabric of her future.
A must-read! 5 Stars!
medium-paced
I knew after a couple of chapters into Uncontrollable it would be an emotional read, and I was right. Whew...
Anytime I read a book that involves children, marriage and life altering decisions it always hits close to home. Casey's situation is different than what I've read before and man...my heart.
"Just stay brave for a few more days," he said before he left.
That sentence had me in tears. The pain she goes through to even have a chance at a normal life is astonishing. As a mother and hard working woman myself, I could relate to a lot of the same fears Casey has. I couldn't imagine going through what she does while trying to find the right balance with life, family and health.
I love that we get to see, not only her perspective, but her husband Jonah's as well. It gives a well rounded picture of the whole situation and made for a better read for me.
Uncontrollable is a debut that comes out May 23, 2023. Put this one on your radar and snag a copy when it releases. I sincerely appreciate the author and Claire McKinney Public Relations, LLC for the review copy. All opinions expressed are my own.
Anytime I read a book that involves children, marriage and life altering decisions it always hits close to home. Casey's situation is different than what I've read before and man...my heart.
"Just stay brave for a few more days," he said before he left.
That sentence had me in tears. The pain she goes through to even have a chance at a normal life is astonishing. As a mother and hard working woman myself, I could relate to a lot of the same fears Casey has. I couldn't imagine going through what she does while trying to find the right balance with life, family and health.
I love that we get to see, not only her perspective, but her husband Jonah's as well. It gives a well rounded picture of the whole situation and made for a better read for me.
Uncontrollable is a debut that comes out May 23, 2023. Put this one on your radar and snag a copy when it releases. I sincerely appreciate the author and Claire McKinney Public Relations, LLC for the review copy. All opinions expressed are my own.