There is a lot of medical content in this book, which I struggle with. So potential readers should keep that in mind. Overall, this is a valuable read with clear prose. I think the strongest portions were the ones dealing with experiences coming up against institutions—higher ed in particular—but of course any medical institution as well. I didn’t feel as much emotional connection as I expected to, maybe because the author does not go in depth into her familial relationships. I don’t think she should have to, it’s just what I’m used to in reading memoirs.