Official Review: First Survivor: The Impossible Childhood...

[Lene Lena]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on “First Survivor: The Impossible Childhood Cancer Breakthrough.” Mark Unger’s heartfelt storytelling captures the resilience of Lou and his family during such a challenging time. It’s inspiring to see how journaling became a vital tool for navigating their journey through adversity.

[Wamboi Susan]

A compelling review! It's indeed beautiful when family are boundless determined to face unimaginable challenges.

[Iloh Ikechukwu]

This family must have had a hard time during the period of Lou’s condition. This book would influence a lot of people who are hoping for their situation to get better. Great review.

[Rady Espinoza]

Mark's account of Louis's recovery from a heartbreaking diagnosis of "zero chance of survival" to his victorious classification as the First Survivor is a heartwarming one. A rare disease called Legg-Calvé-Perthes was discovered after Lou's mother, Mary Ellen, noticed that their three-year-old son was walking strangely. Now, Lou did not get better, and additional diagnostic testing revealed a very serious condition. Then the family had to deal with seven years of tests, scans, procedures, and treatments, during which Lou alternated between days at home with his older brother, Harry, and days in the hospital.

[Isaac Ozo-okafor]

This book captures hope in vivid colors, the story of a child plagued by a "debilitating" illness who went through a lot of pains and recovery stages, smiles and tough times but at the end health is restored. Lou is not just a survivor, but also an object of renewed hope.

[mytkreadingreview]

It's possible to get help of all dangerous deases if we act in time as early as possible. This has proved by Lou and his parents. Lou's parents didn't hesitate to take action when needed and later the young boy survived this horror deases of tedious circumstances. This deases is one of the cruel deases even my worst enemy I don't wish him or her this deases.

[Fiavor Emmanuel]

This is really sad but we should keep in mind that our parents are our backbone they go through a lot to take care of us . Great review!!

[Seetha E]

A powerful memoir for sure. It is a great read for patients and families grappling through challenging times. Lots of takeaways for modern medical systems in place as well. Congrats on BOTD!

[Creole]

When Louis Unger was diagnosed with cancer, the doctor's prognosis was a bleak 'zero chance of survival'. Yet, his parents refused to succumb to despair. Instead, they bravely ventured beyond conventional medical treatments, seeking hope in adversity. Their courage is a source of inspiration, beautifully captured in "First Survivor: The Impossible Childhood Cancer Breakthrough" by Mark Unger. Thanks for an insightful review.

[Harshitha G B]

First Survivor: The Impossible Childhood Cancer Breakthrough" by Mark Unger is a journey of Child named Lou, who battled the cancer, that journey includes treatments, recovery and about parents state of mind.

[Love Ukaegbu]

There is a lot to learn from this book, especially from the parent perseverance in providing for and taking care of their children. I appreciate this book and look forward to reading more about it. Congratulations on the book of the day.

[Ejimma Chika Promise]

I honestly appreciate the fact that Mark Unger's son, Louis, is free from cancer and well. They didn't give up on their son. That's impressive!

[Judy Burr]

Thank you for your review. I read the sample. This book is about the journey of a tiny cancer survivor and his family's ordeal. I have had several encounters like these within my family, and I remember the journaling that helped me through those times. Congrats to the author for the #BOTD.

[Dayana Alvarado 1]

Mark and Mary Ellen didn't just sit back and wait for the worst instead, they became their son's strongest advocates researching, questioning and pushing until they found the treatment that saved his life.

[Devesh Patel]

This review captures the emotional depth and resilience in "First Survivor" by Mark Unger. It highlights the family’s inspiring journey, their relentless advocacy, and the hope they provide to others.