47 pages 1 hour read

Susannah Cahalan

Brain On Fire

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2012

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Susannah Cahalan’s Brain On Fire is praised for its compelling narrative and insightful look into a rare medical condition. Readers commend her for blending medical details with personal storytelling, making complex details accessible. Some critiques mention the book can be repetitive and occasionally lacks depth in exploring broader implications. Overall, it's an engaging, informative read.

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Who Should Read Brain On Fire?

Readers who enjoy gripping medical mysteries and memoirs, akin to The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls or When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi, will find Brain On Fire by Susannah Cahalan compelling. Ideal for those intrigued by real-life accounts of overcoming extraordinary health challenges.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Memory
Values/Ideas: Music
Topics
Psychology
Mental Illness
Science / Nature
Genre
Psychology
Biography