I Can See Clearly Now the Rain is Gone [Paperback]

In this book, Korankye looks at a notional disaster scenario such as Dunblane or Lockerbie. Though he stresses in the Foreword that no specific reference is meant to either of these, we get to see the mechanisms at work that will bring kindly paramedics to the scene of some horrific accident. We follow the ambulance and its staff and patients back to the hospital. There, almost invariably, the radiographer is needed to reveal what has happened to the bones and tissue that have been damaged - and he or she is always going to be one of the first to talk to frightened parents or grieving people who have to be reassured or given bad news.

Korankye's book is by no means a technical tome, however. It has professionalism and expertise, but he fills his story with conversation and laughter, coupled with the inevitable private griefs. The radiographers he is talking about give comfort and hope to people facing up to sometimes terrible injuries or receiving news of a death, but they are never indifferent. This book is written with humanity, humour and deep insight. The perfect gift for a slightly more thoughtful Christmas -- or for anyone who's ever had an X-ray. -- Arran Voice by Alison Prince 29 October 2009

I have finished reading the book which I found an absolute delight although at times I had to think hard about the Scottish dialogue. It was compelling reading which had me in tears and clearing my throat on several occasions but also giggling at times. Well done you...I hope that this publication will succeed and fulfil your and our professions' quest. I have already mentioned it to some of our students and I will definitely be encouraging staff to put it on their reading lists....Well done again and many thanks for forwarding me a review copy. I have subsequently passed it on to another member of our team....When's the sequel -- Lynn Cuthbertson Senior Lecturer Programme Lead BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Imaging Science Glasgow Caledonian University

"...We read the struggles of the paramedic teams, and the lives of those families (fictional) involved on that fatal day.
The school, before and after the event, with worried parents waiting at the doors of the school gates, wondering if their children were safe and searching for answers. This is a very intensive read, telling the story of all those involved in a traumatic event, from the children, to parents, paramedic's and hospital staff. This book gives the insight on how a hospital, and their staff, cope with such a tragic event..." Natalie Jones NWM Group
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"...I have... finished reading (the book). Very well done. It is a great story and certainly highlights radiography brilliantly...." --Richard Evans, Chief Executive, The Society and College of Radiographers:

"....You have done a lot to educate the public on the role of radiographers without glorifying the job.... I'm going to be discussing having the book recommended for all healthcare students in the university through the Inter-professional Education modules that we have..." --Anne Marie Conway, Head of Radiography, Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh:

George Korankye's second book - I can see clearly now the rain is gone - is quite possibly the first novel to be dedicated to radiographers. His aim is to educate the public about the radiography profession through 'faction'. ..The story's protagonist is Mark - a superintendent radiographer who must lead his imaging experts though a major trauma incident,... The setting is the fictitious town of Bonnyholly, Scotland. The story reveals how the victims' parents, Mark's radiography team and a whole host of other healthcare professionals deal with their anguish, guilt, anger and frustration after a tragic shooting at Bonnyholly School. ....

When I first opened my copy of the book, two questions came to mind: How will George tell this harrowing tale in a way that is sympathetic and respectful? How will he portray radiographers and the healthcare profession? The answer to both questions is very well. George obviously has a talent for story-telling and isn't afraid to explore the depths of the human psyche. He also cares deeply for his characters, no doubt pulling from his own personal experiences as a radiographer, and those of his friends and colleagues.

I often found myself sharing George's sympathy and admiration for his cast. ......if George's main objective is to throw light on the diverse work of UK imaging professionals in an accessible way, then he absolutely delivers. And for that, George is to be applauded. ....Buy it for yourself and anyone who wonders what it is you do for a living. -- Emma Abbott Editor Synergy UK February 2010 (Radiographer's Magazine)