Official Review: A Patchwork of Pink by Bev Arnold
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Re: Official Review: A Patchwork of Pink by Bev Arnold
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Thank you for the kind comments!
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Yes, her tenacity is definitely admirable, especially at 70 years of age. Honestly, the medical case study part was a slight put off, and yeah it would be great if there had been a warning in advance! Thank you for your kind comments (:SABRADLEY wrote: ↑21 May 2018, 15:53 What an unfortunate turn of events! The author finally realizes a dream only to be hit with a cancer diagnosis. Ugh. Her resiliency is admirable, as is the fairness of your review. I especially like that you mentioned the technical aspects of the cancer actually made it read like a case-study at times. I don't like that kind of feel to a book (unless it IS that kind of book). Thank you for a great review
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Thank you for taking the time to read my review and leaving a comment! I would still recommend the book, but it will not be something that can be completed in a single sitting.Kemunto lucy wrote: ↑22 May 2018, 06:54 This book sounds like a story of courage, the rating disappoints though. Thanks for the honest review.
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Firstly, I hope that everything is well for you now! I agree that breast cancer affects different people in different ways. Personally, it is not the Arnold's description of her experience that scares me, but the medical terminology used is just slightly daunting due to the lack of a glossary. I understand that breast cancer, if detected and treated early, actually has high recovery rates, which is great to hear.Helen_Combe wrote: ↑23 May 2018, 07:31 Great review. I recently went through a lumpectomy, chemo and radiotherapy, which is why I’m off work now. I blogged my whole experience and people were astonished because it was hilariously funny. Breast cancer affects different people in different ways, both physically and psychologically. I would be worried by this book because it looks to me like it might frighten many people. There are actually many upsides to the diagnosis of breast cancer. It’s not the death penalty it used to be and it really makes you rethink what you want from life. (I want to sit in my garden reviewing books )
I can just imagine sitting in the garden reviewing books along with a tall glass of your favourite iced drink (especially in summer) - it sounds heavenly! Thank you for taking the time to read this and for commenting! (:
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Thank you very much for taking the time to read and for your kind comments! It is a shame indeed, but still a good read nonetheless.
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Yes, it is a book which caters to a specific audience - although for me it was still an interesting read (I just wish that the medical terms were explained in further detail!) Thank you for your kind comments!inaramid wrote: ↑23 May 2018, 21:27 I agree with you; it does seem to be suited to a very specific type of audience. Personally, I wouldn't pick this out in a bookstore or in Amazon, but I think those who can relate to the author's experience will jump at a chance for guidance, validation, or just the simple relief of knowing that they are not alone. Thanks for your insightful review.
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Thank you for the kind comments! I think a lot of books can be improved (at least the ones I have come across when reviewing) in order to reach their full potential with the help of an editor. Indeed, the book is extremely helpful for women as a whole, since breast cancer is not something to be underestimated.Sahani Nimandra wrote: ↑24 May 2018, 00:55 Always a good book is brought down by grammatical errors, seriously the author needs to get good editors. But this type of book is not only worth to breast cancer patients but to all the women in general to beware of the existence of such a tedious issue. I like the descriptive detail in these type of books, very valuable information. Thank you for your descriptive review!
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Honestly yes it is becoming one of the most prominent disease in the world, we all have to be careful.gen_g wrote: ↑24 May 2018, 01:17Thank you for the kind comments! I think a lot of books can be improved (at least the ones I have come across when reviewing) in order to reach their full potential with the help of an editor. Indeed, the book is extremely helpful for women as a whole, since breast cancer is not something to be underestimated.Sahani Nimandra wrote: ↑24 May 2018, 00:55 Always a good book is brought down by grammatical errors, seriously the author needs to get good editors. But this type of book is not only worth to breast cancer patients but to all the women in general to beware of the existence of such a tedious issue. I like the descriptive detail in these type of books, very valuable information. Thank you for your descriptive review!