Reviews tagging 'Chronic illness'

Rolling Warrior: The Incredible, Sometimes Awkward, True Story of a Rebel Girl on Wheels Who Helped Spark a Revolution by Judith Heumann, Kristen Joiner

3 reviews

ashylibrarian's review against another edition

emotional hopeful informative reflective fast-paced

5.0

This is a great nonfiction read that shares the story of one of the most influential disability rights activists in the United States, Judy Heumann.  

Reads very narrative-like, making this an accessible story for a wide range of readers. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Ableism, Chronic illness, and Forced institutionalization

Moderate: Bullying and Violence

kxc319's review

emotional hopeful informative inspiring fast-paced

4.5

I loved the information this book gave me to better understand the fight for civil rights for the disability community. Judy adds a unique perspective and voice while also advocating for each person to share their own story. She is truly an amazing person!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Chronic illness, Ableism, and Forced institutionalization

Moderate: Bullying

dogbuttsandbooks's review

adventurous emotional funny informative inspiring reflective tense fast-paced

4.25

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Ableism, Medical trauma, and Gaslighting

Moderate: Chronic illness, Violence, and Police brutality