Some Things Are Unbreakable

by Kate Willette

Kate Willette enters a nightmare when she learns of her husband's near-fatal accident on a snowy mountainside. Her graceful account of the first year in this new reality is so vivid that the reader hears the clocks ticking. This is a story of unwavering love and loyalty, of faith brutally tested, and of outcomes possible only when luck, deep courage, and advanced medical technology combine. Humor, honesty, and flawless writing make this book a must-read.

352 pages, Paperback

First published February 8, 2007

Reviews

[Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an outstanding good read. Written by a woman I met in my work, I was blown away by this beautifully written description of a portion of her life and the insights she garnered from it. She is a mathematics teacher and her command of the language, her ability to juxtapose a quote from a physician, a snippet of the text from her husband's patient chart and her own musings as she walked their challenging path is simply amazing. Never would have expected to find this in a math mind. Very compelling book.

[JustJayneIA · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a rich and compelling story. Kate Willette talks about the months following her husband's near-fatal accident that left him with a C5-C6 spinal cord injury. It really illustrates the strength of love and family in the face of adversity. Her writing is such that, as the story unfolds, it's almost like reading about people you know. This is a great read for anyone, whether or not they know someone with SCI. If you do know someone with SCI or their family, this story can give you some insight into their situation you might not otherwise have the opportunity to gain. I highly recommend this good read.

[Meno · Rating 4 out of 5]

Riveting. The entire time i was reading this book i could feel a sense that something in MY life was wrong.
A medical story that will teach you to keep on asking questions if something happens to you or your family.