Reinventing Emma

by Gee Emma

At the age of twenty-four, Emma Gee’s future stretched before her invitingly. But just weeks after climbing Borneo’s Mt Kinabalu, this occupational therapist and avid runner, develops disturbing symptoms. Her story moves from mystery to tragedy when, during difficult brain surgery, she suffers a debilitating stroke and is left in a coma.When she wakes she is unable to move, speak or swallow, and is suddenly dependent on the medical system she had worked within. Emma must come to terms with learning to walk and talk again, and adapting to a completely new life.Reinventing Emma tracks Emma’s experiences as she reinvents herself. Weaving excerpts from her diary, observations and memories, her story is a powerful testament to how, with love, support and a positive mindset, a life can still be incredible.

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[Paige · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this in a day. It was so cohesive and well written. The story was documented so well that you felt as though you were living it with Emma. I congratulate her on her new found freedom and her ability to reframe her life. She talks about being a bit of a "brat" during her recovery process but I just don't think any of her family and friends would have blamed her for her behaviour given the circumstances. She's truly admirable but I do pray I am never thrown into the same situation. I'm unsure I could muster the same resolve.