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Inside the O'Briens: A Novel by Lisa Genova

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Summary

From award-winning, New York Times bestselling author Lisa Genova comes a powerful new novel that does for Huntington's Disease what her debut Still Alice did for Alzheimer's.Joe O'Brien is a forty-four-year-old Boston police officer from the Irish Catholic neighborhood of Charlestown, Massachusetts. A devoted husband, a proud father of four children in their twenties, and a respected, seasoned law enforcement officer, Joe begins experiencing bouts of disorganized thinking, uncharacteristic temper outbursts, and strange, involuntary movements. He initially attributes these episodes to aging and the cumulative physical and psychological stress of his job, but as these symptoms worsen, he agrees to see a neurologist and is handed a diagnosis that will change his and his family's lives forever: Huntington's Disease. Huntington's is a lethal neurodegenerative disease with no treatment that affects the progression and no cure. And it is genetic. Each of Joe's four children has a 50 percent chance of inheriting their father's disease, and a simple blood test can reveal their genetic fate. While watching their potential future in their father's escalating symptoms, each child struggles with the questions this test imposes on their young adult lives, including his youngest, twenty-one-year-old Katie. Does she want to know? What if she's gene positive? Can she live with the constant anxiety of not knowing? As Joe's symptoms worsen and he's eventually stripped of his badge and more, he struggles to maintain his identity and sense of purpose. How can he find hope in a situation that feels hopeless? How can he find courage without any armor or weapons? What else might he be able to pass down to his children other than a fatal disease? Where is the honor in living and dying with Huntington's? Each family member must reach deep inside, reexamine their values and the relationships that matter most as they learn to lead lives not defined by fear, but instead, by love. Praised for writing that "explores the resilience of the human spirit" (The San Francisco Chronicle), Lisa Genova has once again established her talent with Inside the O'Briens, a novel as powerful and unforgettable as the human insights at its core.

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9 comments

  • I purchased this book in a rush and unintentionally, without knowing that it revolved around Huntington's Disease. Once I became aware of the topic, I anticipated a rather gloomy read. However, it turned out to be a thought-provoking book that made me ponder upon my own life. Surprisingly, it had a positive and uplifting tone, focusing on the themes of family and love. I eagerly listened to it whenever I had a chance, and now I'm eager to know more about their story. This book is truly marvelous! I wholeheartedly recommend it.
  • This book was amazing. One of my friend's sons started showing symptoms of HD when he was just 18. While others were moving on with their lives, he couldn't. It breaks my heart to see this young and bright boy, along with his family, go through such a difficult time. I'm grateful for the insight I gained about HD and my empathy for this family grew as I read on. The story itself was captivating and the narration was top-notch. I would give it a perfect score of ten stars.
  • I absolutely adored it! However, the conclusion didn't quite meet my expectations. Hopefully, there will be a sequel in the works. I'm really curious to find out what unfolds for the family in the future.
  • The performance in 'Inside the O'Briens: A Novel' is absolutely amazing! It completely immersed me in the captivating story set in Boston, making me feel like I was there myself. I was so hooked that I ended up cleaning my entire house just so I could keep listening to the unfolding narrative. Even when I wasn't reading the book, I couldn't stop thinking about it. Trust me, you'll thoroughly enjoy it!
  • I really enjoyed reading (and listening to) this book, "Inside the O'Briens: A Novel." It's a captivating story that focuses on a family in Boston grappling with a devastating disease. Lisa Genova's writing is skillful, and she brings depth and authenticity to the family's struggle, incorporating both heartfelt and occasionally funny moments. I wholeheartedly recommend this book—it's definitely worth checking out!
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