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

[Leen282]

Stories of hope like this deserve to be shared. I can understand the annoyance of having to read through descriptions of medication and doses, but it is relevant information for those who go through the same suffering. Perhaps this information can be shared via footnotes.

[Olga Markova]

This is a really encouraging review. I sampled this book, and it felt so heartbreaking that I adore the reviewer's determination to read this book to its happy end. The only point where I disagree with the reviewer is the deduction of a star because of frequent mention of dosages of the medicines Lou was taking - I think the dosages are very useful because they may help medical practitioners to rescue other children. But all in all, this is a great review and a very useful book.

[Omobolanle Savage]

The review was also very informative. I learned a lot about Lou's illness and the treatments he received. I also learned a lot about the advocacy process and how to fight for the best care for your child.

[Ogunkoya Mayowa]

This nonfiction book talks about how Mark told the story of Louis's healing journey from a devastating diagnosis of having no chance of surviving to become the first survivor of the disease. I like how this book serves as an encouragement to anyone facing the same type of problem. I also like how the author explains this book with the true story of how they first noticed Louis's disease to the final cure of the disease. Nice review.

[Shrabastee Chakraborty]

I believe this is a rare jewel of a book. The father's stories will surely inspire countless readers. Thanks for the awesome review!

[Maduabuchi Okwiya N Eze]

This book is both enlightening and inspirational. I am inspired by Mark and Mary's unrelenting efforts to explore as many as possible measures and procedures that could help Louis recover. The journal entries Mark created are really helpful. The parents' courage to ask relevant questions and change medical facilities and procedures when necessary are commendable. I hope the author fixes the grammatical errors in the book.

[Pauline Parnell]

The narrative of a parent's (Mark and Mary) love for their child (Louis) and how that love was able to outlast a devastating crisis is told in the book First Survivor. Louis' life serves as evidence that miracles do occur. Thanks for your review.

[Chad Anthony]

I loved how the review captured the emotional journey of the family. The author did a great job of conveying the fear, uncertainty, and hope that the family experienced throughout Lou's illness. I could really feel their pain and joy as they fought for their son's life.

[Okoye Chinonso+]

This is quite a heartfelt review. Seeing your child fighting for their life would be more than just a normal challenge for any parent. I'm curious to know more about what the book holds and how the dad was able to stay strong regardless.

[Tosin Le]

This was an emotional read for me. I commend the writer for his boldness to share his son's story. I'm glad that the healing journey of his child was a learning process for him and his family and an inspiring lesson for the readers of this book. Congrats on BOTD.

[Rodel Barnachea]

I am fascinated by the family's journey to save their son from a devastating diagnosis. Congratulations to the author for BOTD!

[Jay Alex]

Seeing a child going through this is very devastating. It is a blessing that Lou was able to survive this. Kudos to Mark for sharing this story to inspire others. Congratulations on the BOTD.

[Faith Stacy Leon]

The writer's son's story was an inspiring one. The documentation of the whole journey was a beautiful one to read. I hope they were able to find happiness in the end. Congrats on BOTD.

[John Ikenwanze]

This is an expository story on cancer. I like this book for how informative and educational it is. Congratulations to the author on making BOTD. It is very well deserved. Thank you for the review.

[delmagro85]

As a parent, my heart ached for this family. It was hard to imagine a small child enduring all that he had to. While reading it, the book draws you in if the kid will get better test after test.