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lillimoore's review
3.0
Because of her career in broadcast journalism, Robin certainly knows how to deliver a story. The audiobook was engaging and much of her story is so relatable. I learned a lot about cancer of the blood and was even encouraged by this book to sign up for the bone marrow donation registry. If I can save a life with my bone marrow, I will have served my purpose. I read this book along with the By the Book Podcast with Kristen Meinzer and Jolenta Greenberg and am anxious to hear the episode as I am unsure how this is a self-help book. I did appreciate the sentiment repeated several times in the book of "make your mess your message" and admire Robin for her positivity, resilience, and determination. However, her privileges as a wealthy celebrity makes her experience a lot less relatable. She does a decent job of acknowledging this, but the acknowledgment feels lost in all her name-dropping. I loved hearing about her family most of all. She is fortunate to come from such a special one.
candaceross321's review against another edition
4.0
Robin has endless optimism and gratitude for the amazing blessings she had in this journey. Although she recognized that she had so many privileges as she fought her battle, I felt like sometimes in the book she forgets that positive thoughts aren’t always enough. She shames herself at times for being discouraged which I think is the wrong message for anyone in a fight for their physical or emotional well-being. Being optimistic and grateful is ESSENTIAL, but it’s still ok to feel what you are feeling without shame. It’s an uplifting book, but I wouldn’t recommend it to someone struggling to be hopeful who doesn’t need or want to be told to just be positive.
hollyejacobs's review against another edition
5.0
Loved loved loved RR's book. I've always admired her and now I am crazy about her. She demonstrates how to live life with dignity, grace and hope, no matter what comes her way. I can't recommend this book highly enough!
erinjandacreative's review
4.0
I stumbled upon this book at my local Friends of the Library. Having only heard a little about Robin’s journey I was intrigued to read her book. I really think Robin’s willingness to share her story is both brave and generous. To write about such a vulnerable point in her life in the hopes of helping or educating others about MDS is truly commendable. I am glad to have read a book that I’m sure a lot of careful thought and reflection went into its creation.
clbrmi's review against another edition
3.0
Interesting story. I listened to this on audio and Robin read it.
I got really tired of listening to all of the celebrities she knows..
If you can get past that it's a so-so book
I got really tired of listening to all of the celebrities she knows..
If you can get past that it's a so-so book
thehappybooker's review against another edition
3.0
This book is a big ol' thank-you note to everyone who helped Robin Roberts get through her health crisis. She's very thankful and it shows. I'll remember "Make your mess your message." That's a keeper.
The book is upbeat (maybe too upbeat to feel realistic sometimes) and too pious for my taste, but I recommend it for anyone going through a similar crisis, with this one caveat: if you're going through the same thing, you probably won't have access to the high-calibre treatment options and support systems that she had. Still, a positive attitude will go a long way in your treatment.
We listened to the audio book on a long road trip. I probably wouldn't have read it all the way through in print/ebook format, but it was quick, and Robin read it herself. She's a good narrator.
I wish you well!
The book is upbeat (maybe too upbeat to feel realistic sometimes) and too pious for my taste, but I recommend it for anyone going through a similar crisis, with this one caveat: if you're going through the same thing, you probably won't have access to the high-calibre treatment options and support systems that she had. Still, a positive attitude will go a long way in your treatment.
We listened to the audio book on a long road trip. I probably wouldn't have read it all the way through in print/ebook format, but it was quick, and Robin read it herself. She's a good narrator.
I wish you well!
rebeccalm's review against another edition
3.0
I listened to this on audio book because I love Robin's soothing voice. This was a lovely tribute to all of the people who helped get Robin through her second battle with a life threatening illness. I don't think she could have squeezed more love, appreciation, and sincere thankfulness into the book than there already was. As her mother told her before, "you can't put a limit on gratitude." It was refreshingly honest and real, and at the same time so full of heart and determination. I would recommend this to anyone who likes Robin Roberts and could use a positive outlook to help get them through their own 'something'.