Brain on Fire

My Month of Madness

De: Susannah Cahalan

Narrado por: Susannah Cahalan

INCLUDES A NEW AUDIO AFTERWORD!

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING CHLOË GRACE MORETZ

A “captivating” (The New York Times Book Review), award-winning memoir and instant New York Times bestseller that goes far beyond its riveting medical mystery, Brain on Fire is a powerful account of one woman’s struggle to recapture her identity.

When twenty-four-year-old Susannah Cahalan woke up alone in a hospital room, strapped to her bed and unable to move or speak, she had no memory of how she’d gotten there. Days earlier, she had been on the threshold of a new, adult life: at the beginning of her first serious relationship and a promising career at a major New York newspaper. Now she was labeled as violent, psychotic, a flight risk. What happened?

In an “unforgettable” (Elle), “stunningly brave” (NPR), and breathtaking narrative, Susannah tells the astonishing true story of her descent into madness, her family’s inspiring faith in her, and the lifesaving diagnosis that almost didn’t happen. “A fascinating look at the disease that…could have cost this vibrant, vital young woman her life” (People), Brain on Fire is an unforgettable exploration of memory and identity, faith and love, and a profoundly compelling tale of survival and perseverance.

What a wild ride!

This book was outstanding. The writing is very well done. Her narration was good. The story is phenomenal!

Brain on Fire 100%

Such a good combination of medical saga, context given to a complicated disease, and solid, raw storytelling. Thanks, Susannah!

Eye opener!

Very interesting facts, easy to listen hard to take in all that has been happening. Must listen if you like true stories.

So well written and articulated!

Loved everything about this - the truthfulness in the story, the no nonsense facts and real life references. No filler - just real content! Highly recommend.

Couldn’t stop listening

Amazing story, and so well written. A tale of a medical journey that will leave you smiling, crying, and even cheering a little bit.

Remarkable

Easily the best book I’ve listened to in years. Such a harrowing and remarkable experience. It’s so incredible, against so many odds, that she is able to share this important story. Highly recommend. (Skip the movie though. It misses too much)

Brain food aflame

You only learn from problems and practice. Her passionate need to find a diagnosis told through her own words and fevered brain teach and they do so with compassion for as she put it: those awaiting diagnosis and thus answers.

Amazing

I couldn’t stop listening. I’ll recommend Susannah’s book to everyone. she’s an inspiration. Can’t wait to read her second book.

What a book!

This is not my normal read, but I really enjoyed hearing this woman’s story. She was able to share her journey and explain complicated brain related material correlating to her situation in a way that was engaging and informative. It’s a gift that she, a writer, is able to share in hopes that others in her situation find answers sooner or literally at all.

Life changing

The bravery, accuracy, insight, and knowledge of this disease, brain function and anatomy is astounding. The story of me woman and her family and team of doctors is riveting. I highly recommend.