A review by june_englit_phd
The World I Fell Out Of by Melanie Reid

2.0

This is a moving account of The Times journalist, Melanie Reid, and her rehabilitation following a horse-riding accident that left her paralysed (except for her right hand). Reid describes her inner monologue as she is initially admitted to hospital, the scary prospect of facing the rest of her life in a wheelchair, and the long and painful physiotherapy sessions she endured. Within the text, Reid has supplied black and white photographs which show images as diverse as her in action show-jumping, to her broken limbs and anatomical drawings. Peppered amongst the personal and poignant reality of her situation, are some comic character descriptions of fellow patients, of her own mishaps during convalescence, and her humorous struggle with reality versus the potent effects of Tramadol.

It’s an interesting and enjoyable read. Reid’s conversational tone draws you into her turmoil allowing for the reader to sympathise fully with her. Well worth reading.