I first came across this book in an article “How do we pray for the sick?”, Woman Alive (Jan 2010).

This is a well written and uplifting book that seeks to honestly recount, warts and all, the story of Dr Self’s battle with cancer. It deals with the highs and lows of her long and at times painful journey to overcome the disease.

The story begins with her losing a leg at age 17. Then, some 17 years later aged 34, she is again forced to confront her worst fears when the disease cruelly returns. The book deals with the impact this has on her faith and those closest to her.

It is honestly written and is not afraid to ask why God would allow this to happen. However, sensibly the book does not attempt to address the question of why God may appear to choose to heal some people but not others. It is certainly well worth reading if you are a fan of the biographical/human interest genre of writing.

I’ve never quite looked at this passage like that before and believe that this posting of Dan’s is well worth reading.