Robyn's Book: A True Story

by Robyn Miller

The author, suffering from cystic fibrosis, reminisces about her childhood and the advances in medicine for CF.

Genres: Nonfiction, Memoir, Biography, Diary

179 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 1986

Reviews

[Colleen Rue · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book about a young girl named Robyn who couragously fought cf for 21 years.I loved this book and own a copy.A great read.REad Robyn's Book...you'll be glad you did!!!

[Sandi Parsons · Rating 5 out of 5]

Has a book changed your life?
This is the book that changed mine.
My copy is battered and bruised, the pages fragile, yellow and brittle, even after all these years Robyn’s words still speak to me.
I was in Year Eleven when Robyn’s Book found me. It was the first time I had read a book by someone with Cystic Fibrosis, but the similarities didn’t end with the familiar bond experienced by people with CF.
You can read my full review here

[Renee · Rating 5 out of 5]

i read this book when i was much younger (im thinking my early teens). i had tears streaming down my face while reading the life of this girl. i would recommend it, especially to a teen/young adult. it makes you really appreciate your life when you are usually rebelling against everything/one at that age.

[Julie Morales · Rating 4 out of 5]

Robin Miller was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at the age of 13 months, but she spent most of her life living fairly normally, until she was 16. That was the first time she was hospitalized related to CF. This isn’t so much a diary of day-to-day activities, but more a collection of prose mostly, and a chapter of letters and another of poems. You get to know Robin through all this though, and when you reach the end, you have a sense of losing someone you knew somehow…a new friend you were just getting to know and now they’re gone. Robin had a positive attitude and this showed through in her writing. Most of the heavy stuff was written about her friends in the pediatric ward, some with CF as well and some with cancer. She didn’t focus a lot on her own illness though. It was just a part of her, but she didn’t let it define her. You can take a lot away from a book like this.

[Luís · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a really nice quick read, I really liked Robyn’s stories relating to kids that also had cystic fibrosis and the ones that had other conditions too. Her empathy for others really did make this a different experience and it made me feel so happy, because, although she had the same risks as her friends, it showed how much she cared for every single one of them. It was devastating to see how sad she got with Juliann and Dr.Heffer’s death. However, I am not much of a non-fiction reader and I guess that this made the book get too repetitive to me, it always revolved around her life in the hospital after she got 16 years old, and that is why I decided to give it a 3 out of 5.

[Amie · Rating 3 out of 5]

A few months ago, and right about the time my middle school aged son needed to write a book report, I saw a trailer for a movie called Five Feet Apart. The story of starcrossed lovers, both suffering the effects of cystic fibrosis, reminded me of this book which I had read decades before in school.

Robyn’s Book has all the passion you would expect from a young writer reflecting on her life, illness, and coming death. Each chapter introduces a different piece of her writing, but even more, introduces you to who Robyn is.

[Paul Brais · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a book that will change your life or your perspective on life. It changed mine.
I highly recommend this book. I found it at the bottom of a box that had so many books in it. It belonged to my precious wife who was a school teacher and died from lymphoma. I was going to throw this book away as it looked pretty beat up. But it's as if this book spoke to me or maybe it was my wife talking and convinced me that is worth far more than the trash. I'm so glad I kept it. It will forever be in my permanent library.

[William Jeanes Memorial Library]

"Robyn's Book" is a beautiful examination of a life cut short by cystic fibrosis. The author, Robyn Miller, reminisces on her childhood and the medical advancements for treating cystic fibrosis. The author was very confident in a cure but sure that she wouldn't live to see it. This was, sadly, correct.

Watching the transformation from normal student to spending most of her time in hospitals was heartbreaking. Robyn Miller's voice is clear and emotional. I have been meaning to read this book for a while, and I am glad I finally did.
-Patron S.N.

[Marisa Markowski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just as I remembered, this book is a genuine story of the heart-break and daily struggles and triumphs of those fighting life-threatening illnesses. Here’s in memory of all those who had no choice but to give up the fight, living to the fullest up until the last breaths with wisdom beyond our grasp.

[Holly · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was pretty good. I hate that Robyn ended up dying before the book was actually published but I think she had a great take on things and outlook on life and her disease. Some parts I found kinda boring like the letters back and forth but otherwise pretty good.

[April · Rating 4 out of 5]

I first read this in 6th grade, and a work project made me think of it. It seems to be out of print, and that is a little sad, her gentle spirit and honesty are still moving today.

[Armatstorage · Rating 4 out of 5]

Was a great book. I love Robyn. She went through hell and still stayed caring and concerned for others. Has 179 pages.

[Mel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book in the 7th grade and I have never forgot the impact it had on me. I am on the hunt to finding a copy to share with my darlings and re-read.

[Kimberley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Charming book of a girl who lived with CF. Her outlook on life really makes your own perspective on life questionable 🤔

[Susie Rangel · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great read. This was a tear inducing bio about a young woman with Cystic Fibrosis who through a series of entries at the age of 21 tells us about her a life well lived.

[Kristin Little · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book many, many years ago and just unearthed it while going through boxes of old books. I felt like it warranted another read. What a uplifting, heart-breaking, bittersweet story. Even considering the book was written by a teenager (16-21), it was better written than many books written by adults. There is a slight naiveté to her writing that is charming. After reading her words, I feel blessed that my family and I are healthy. I can't imagine being locked in that world of sickness or how one can handle it with so much poise and grace.

[Tori Simonson]

I think that this is a very good book. It tells about Robyn's struggles growing up and how different she was compared to everybody else. It was also telling about how a lot of her friends were passing away and yet she was still alive. To me this was a very good read and it was kind of emotional for me, because I have a few cousins that have cystic fibrosis. I would recommend reading this book if you don't mind shedding a few tears.

[Paige]

i thought this book was really intersesting and taught me alot about c.f. so i think learned alot in this book. The story nis very great about showing her life of having c.f. and all the challenges she has.

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

i love this book soooooooooooo much ive read it 3 times.

[Rose · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this for the first time when I was 11 & haven't forgotten any of it. It was terribly sad & made me cry but Robyn's life is one everyone should know.

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

happy and sad at the same time-neat book

[Angie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found this book when I was still a little kid and read it because I have Cystic Fibrosis. It was scary yet heartwarming and so sad.. I bawled my eyes out. Good book.

[Angelie · Rating 4 out of 5]

it is a very inspiring, moving and touching book. it will definitely put tears on your eyes. Robyn's book is beautiful. worth reading. :)

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was really heartwarming. It was a nice book.