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Reno
Mar 15, 2009
Reno rated it: 5 of 5 stars

bookshelves: non-fiction
Read in January, 2007
My friend wrote this book. It gives readers a look into his journey in conquering a brain tumor diagnosis. This book also gives insight on the perspective of close family and friends watching a loved one go through something of this magnitude.

I highly recommend this for anyone who wants to feel inspired. If you think your life is rough, read this book to achieve proper perspective.
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Annalee
Mar 20, 2007
Annalee rated it: 5 of 5 stars

bookshelves: favorites
Read in January, 2007
recommends it for: all physical therapy students
Reversal is a frank, honest autobiography written in real-time about a young, athletic physical therapist's process in dealing with the diagnosis, surgery and rehabilitation for a brain tumor. He gives clear insights for those undergoing the same life-changing events as he did and also for those treating those individuals. I was struck by Eric's descriptions of challenges of day-to-day life and stunned by different stranger's reactions to him. I know it only gives me the smallest taste of what...more
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Eric
Mar 13, 2007
Eric rated it: 5 of 5 stars

bookshelves: mass-kicker
Read in December, 2006
recommends it for: healthcare professionals, patients, and their families
I wrote this book because it needed to be written. I AM NOT A WRITER! I'M JUST PRETENDING TO BE ONE! The book is unique because it contains:

1. The humorous perspective of a young active male brain tumor patient
2. The logical perspective of a patient with a physical therapy background
3. Multiple perspectives from the loved ones of a patient dealing with monumental health issues
4. A book based on a personal blog
5. A book soundtrack available exclusively o...more
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Hayley
May 19, 2009
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Dec 28, 2008
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Nov 29, 2007
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Amit
Mar 15, 2007
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Jonathan
Mar 13, 2007
Jonathan rated it: 5 of 5 stars