Books matching: emotional impact of illness
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Mayflies by Andrew O'Hagan is a novel that beautifully captures the essence of deep friendship, following the lives of two friends, Tully and Noodles, as they navigate through youthful adventures in the 80s and the challenges of adulthood later in life. The author's writing style intricately weaves together themes of love, friendship, and the passage of time, evoking a sense of nostalgia and emotional depth that resonates with readers.
The book is divided into two halves, one set in 1986 and the other in 2017, showcasing the evolution of the characters and their relationships over the years. Through vivid storytelling and poignant reflections, O'Hagan explores the complexities of friendship, the enduring bonds that shape our lives, and the profound impact of shared experiences on our journey to adulthood.
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'A Monster Calls' by Patrick Ness is a heart-wrenching story about a 13-year-old boy named Conor who is struggling to cope with his mother's terminal cancer. Throughout the book, Conor is visited by a monster who guides him through dealing with his mother's illness and helps him confront his deepest fears and emotions. The story explores themes of grief, loss, and acceptance in a poignant and honest manner. The writing style is described as beautifully written, quick-paced, and emotionally impactful, with illustrations that complement the narrative perfectly.
He’d had a nightmare. Well, not a nightmare. The nightmare. The one he’d been having a lot lately. The one with the darkness and the wind and the screaming. The one with the hands slipping from his gr... - #3
'My Skylar' by Penelope Ward is a heart-wrenching love story that follows the lives of Mitch and Skylar from a young age through 15 years of ups and downs. The book is filled with drama, illness, love, and angst, creating a unique coming of age story with a different twist. The plot evolves around the intense love between Mitch and Skylar, showcasing their struggles, obstacles, and eventual triumph in a second chance romance that is both emotional and captivating.
I was staying with my grandmother for the summer because my parents were fighting all of the time, and my mother didn’t want me around to witness it anymore. The excuse she gave me was that my grandmo... - #4
'Hurry Down Sunshine' by Michael Greenberg is a poignant and honest memoir depicting the author's journey through his 15-year-old daughter's sudden onset of bipolar disorder. The book delves into the family dynamics, relationships, and struggles faced by the author as he navigates his daughter's mental breakdown and subsequent recovery. Through raw and heartfelt storytelling, Greenberg paints a vivid picture of the challenges, emotions, and complexities involved in dealing with mental illness within a family setting, offering a glimpse into the impact of such conditions on the individual and their loved ones.
On July 5, 1996, my daughter was struck mad. She was fifteen and her crack-up marked a turning point in both our lives. “I feel like I’m traveling and traveling with nowhere to go back to,” she said i... Joe Biden's book 'Promise Me, Dad: A Year of Hope, Hardship, and Purpose' is a raw and extremely personal memoir that delves into the last year of his oldest son Beau's life and his valiant fight with a deadly brain tumor. The book intricately weaves together Biden's heartbreaking account of his son's illness with his efforts as Vice President to tackle major foreign policy challenges, such as those in Iraq, Ukraine, and Central America. Readers are offered a glimpse into Biden's loving relationship with his family as he navigates personal tragedy alongside complex political issues.
The writing style of 'Promise Me, Dad' is described as honest, personal, and deeply moving. Biden opens up about his most sacred thoughts, worries, and issues, revealing a side of himself that is both vulnerable and resilient. The book captures the essence of strong family values, care for others, and strategic policy considerations, providing a narrative that exudes a sense of normality and stability amidst personal and political turmoil.
The days were getting shorter, so the light in the sky had started to fall away when the gate to our temporary home swung open and our motorcade edged beyond the fencing that surrounded the United Sta...- #6
The End of Your Life Book Club is a moving memoir about a son and his mother forming a two-person book club as she battles pancreatic cancer. Together, they delve into various literary works, exploring themes of life, death, family, and compassion. The book captures the deep bond between the mother and son as they find solace and connection through their shared love of books, while navigating the challenges of terminal illness and end-of-life discussions.
We were nuts about the mocha in the waiting room at Memorial Sloan-Kettering’s outpatient care center. The coffee isn’t so good, and the hot chocolate is worse. But if, as Mom and I discovered, you pu... 'Night Falls Fast: Understanding Suicide' by Kay Redfield Jamison is a comprehensive exploration of suicide, delving into the psychological, emotional, and societal aspects of this tragic event. Through a mix of scientific information, real-life anecdotes, and historical context, Jamison provides a deep understanding of suicide, its risk factors, and its impact on individuals and society. The writing style is described as intense, emotional, and informative, offering a blend of personal experiences, research findings, and cultural perspectives to shed light on this complex topic.
A tiny blade will sever the sutures of the neck, and when that joint, which binds together head and neck, is cut, the body’s mighty mass crumples in a heap. No deep retreat conceals the soul, you need...- #8
'The Science of Breakable Things' by Tae Keller follows twelve-year-old Natalie as she navigates her mother's depression through a plan to win an egg drop contest. Alongside her friends Twig and Dari, Natalie delves into the scientific method to understand breakable things and how to protect them, all while dealing with new and existing friendships and challenging family dynamics. Through Natalie's perspective, readers witness her growth and changes as she copes with her mother's mental illness and embarks on a journey of hope and resilience.
*1 Scalpels, for the record. *2 Yeong-jin: Dad’s Korean name, which Twig found on his diploma in his office. He goes by John, but Twig refuses to call him anything else, and I think Twig scares Dad, s... - #9
'Alex: The Life of a Child' by Frank Deford is a heartbreaking and beautifully written memoir that portrays the short but impactful life of a young girl named Alex who battled cystic fibrosis. Through the eyes of her father, the author, readers are taken on a journey that delves into the emotional and psychological aspects of having a child with a chronic illness, highlighting the challenges faced by the entire family. The narrative not only focuses on Alex's struggles with her disease but also showcases her vibrant personality, her love for beauty and jewelry, her ability to mimic, and her deep discussions about life, death, God, and Heaven.
Even now, so long after she died, even now it’s still difficult to go through all the little objects of her life that she left behind. There is not that much that a child leaves, and Alex lived such a... - #10
"Call for the Dead" by John le Carre is the first novel in the George Smiley series, introducing the character of Smiley as a complex and introspective spy. The book combines elements of a murder mystery and spy thriller, set against the backdrop of the Cold War era. The writing style is described as vivid, detailed, and engaging, with a focus on human intelligence rather than gadgets, keeping readers guessing with its intricate plots and suspenseful storytelling.
When Lady Ann Sercomb married George Smiley towards the end of the war she described him to her astonished Mayfair friends as breathtakingly ordinary. When she left him two years later in favour of a ...