This book is more than a memoir. It's a guide for patients, doctors, caregivers, and friends. Lisa tells her story through a vignette format, so don't expect a specific timeline. Rather, expect an emotional, uplifting, heartbreaking, and honest account of a young (under 50) colon cancer survivor.
Those who have been afflicted with cancer, no matter where they are in their journey, can witness Lisa's strength and weakness, her mental acumen and truth blindness, but most of all her incredible positivity and moments of doubt. I learned a lot about the power of believing through Lisa's writing that I plan to implement in my life. She's very specific about the surgeries and treatments she endured. No two treatment plans are the same, but others can definitely relate to Lisa's experiences.
Doctors should read this account to be reminded to get to know their patients, to listen to their words and not their tone, to watch carefully, and to care for the person rather than the patient. Lisa's doctors truly saved her life. Who gets colon cancer before age 50? Well, it turns out the numbers are rising, and conventional tests don't always reveal the truth. Taking the time to know the patient, listen to them, and watch them could really be the difference between life and death.
If I'm ever a patient of a serious disease, I want Louis (or his exact replica) as my caregiver. Wow, is he a model for patience and grace. I don't know too many spouses/partners like him, but we should all aspire to be a Louis for our loved ones. That is a specific mindset and skillset that is truly inspiring.
I've know Lisa since we were 18, young and in college together. We've remained distantly connected over the decades. Even so, this was a painful book for me to read/listen to because we are the same age with multiple connections. I followed most of her blog posts and assumed I knew her story. I'm one of those friends who didn't know what to say. Should I be positive? Should I root her on? Should I be sad for her? Round the Twist delves into Lisa's experience with opening herself up to the world through social media: why she did it, the persona she created, what it meant to her, and how the public's reactions (including friends) affected her. There are things we, the friends, should definitely not say, and I appreciate Lisa's honesty with this. It's true that a lot of people really don't know what to say and don't think about what they might like said to them in this situation. A simple, "I'm here for you," or "This must feel terribly senseless right now," is so much better than "helpful" advice or "You look like you are doing so well."
I'll admit I'm a timeline kind of reader, so I did feel a bit jumbled at times while reading. (Lisa warned me about this.) However, the messages in each chapter are so much clearer because of the book's structure. The moments strung together is the perfect way to tell her story, because Lisa is a storyteller. It makes a great gift and would also be a fantastic choice for book clubs.
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Customers find the memoir informative and inspiring, with one noting how it openly chronicles the author's cancer diagnosis. The book is emotionally engaging, with one review highlighting the beautiful relationship between the author and her husband and son, while another mentions it's a must-read for anyone touched by cancer.
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...brilliantly, but she writes about her journey in a way that’s completely informative, entertaining (at times), and so inspiring....Read more
...to see into the hearts and minds of the cancer patient, but gives us hope and strength to face our own obstacles and ordeals. An unforgettable story.Read more
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...Rather, expect an emotional, uplifting, heartbreaking, and honest account of a young (under 50) colon cancer survivor....Read more
First-time Author Lisa Febre tells her story with so much heart and such candor, one is drawn into her narrative right from the get-go....Read more
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...Well written, fast paced and never boring. One of the best books on life with cancer.Read more
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Hilarious, Heartbreaking and Uplifting
We are all affected by cancer. I've never been sick myself, but enough friends and family have suffered to render this a relevant book. The author gets WAY more personal about her struggle than my mother ever did. The book is about bodily functions, emotional breakdowns, finding a way to face each day, what it means to LIVE. My mom never talked about any of that stuff! Reading this book helped me process some of the unsaid stuff within my family. The best part though, was that it was FUNNY. Even though the topic is dead serious, I didn't feel sad reading it. I laughed out loud at least every few pages. I recommend this book for the people diagnosed and all their friends and family, no matter what type of cancer is being battled.
