REWRITING ILLNESS

Writer Elizabeth Benedict narrates her account of her cancer journey with candid honesty and wit. The candor and strength she shares in her writing are also depicted in her voice as she recalls her thoughts and emotions through her diagnosis and treatment. Benedict addresses the pitfalls of the American healthcare system. She has an engaging yet eloquent tone that is present throughout her narration in moments of both seriousness and amusement. From the perspective of a cancer survivor, Benedict describes her ambivalent experiences with physicians and health insurance and focuses on the deeper meanings of family, friendship, and the courage that got her through such a difficult time. This memoir is sincere, important, and inspiring. D.Z. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2023]