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Suzi Brent
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Book Description

4 Mar 2010

Suzi: "Ambulance service, what's the problem?"

Caller: "Help! My baby's not breathing!"

When you dial 999 for an ambulance, Suzi's could be the voice you hear on the other end of the phone. Working in one of the country's busiest control rooms, it is her job to stay on the phone until the ambulance arrives, and to give instructions that could save your life.

From taking the first calls after the terrorist attacks on 7th July 2005, to delivering a baby over the phone, whether helping the child whose mum has attempted suicide, or dealing with the many regular callers - serial hoaxer The Banana Man, Sally the young alcoholic and Mad Brenda, each with their own surprising stories to tell - Suzi has heard it all.

Nee Naw will take you on a whirlwind tour of life in the emergency lane, introducing you to some unforgettable characters. Suzi Brent will make you laugh, she'll make you cry, but never again will you dial 999 for a broken finger...

Suzi: "Ambulance service, what's the problem?"

Caller: "I've eaten too much, and now I feel really sick. Can you die from eating too much?"


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  • Paperback: 320 pages
  • Publisher: Penguin (4 Mar 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0141044373
  • ISBN-13: 978-0141044378
  • Product Dimensions: 12.9 x 1.9 x 19.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 30,981 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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An insider's guide to an enthralling world and, just like her job, the author's material couldn't be more dramatic or important (Daily Mail )

About the Author

Suzi Brent was born in 1977 in a remarkably boring suburb of London. When she was a child, she aspired to be a doctor but soon went off the idea as it looked too much like hard work. In 2004, inspired by the Christmas episode of Casualty, she successfully applied to become an Emergency Medical Dispatcher for the London Ambulance Service and has been working there ever since. Suzi is the author of the popular blog, Nee Naw (www.neenaw.co.uk). This is her first book.

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read! 4 Mar 2010
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A very well-written insight into the London Ambulance Service and the reactions of those of us who use them which range from the hysterical to the utterly bizarre. The stories run the whole gamut of emotions too, from highly amusing to utter sadness. The format makes it easy to dip in and out of at any time - assuming you can put it down, that is :-)

Hoping Ms. Brent writes more in the future!
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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Hey, everybody, what's that sound? Nee Naw 27 Feb 2010
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If you ever ever wondered what happens when you say "Ambulance", whilst making a 999 call, then this is a book for you.

In fact, I think this should be a book for everyone - as the "rules" that you should abide by if you call 999, I think, must be taught to everybody. (I certainly did. I was once a "why are you asking me these silly questions" man but now, I know they are asked for a reason (even if I cannot answer them)

From the start, a bad day... to the end, (of the book, not the "story"), this book has laughter, fun, smiles... tears, horror, shock and moments of sheer amazement/disbelief - oh, and Bananas (Lots of them, some of them itchy!)

My suggestion? Read this, then go read "Blood, Sweat and a cup of tea" and its follow up. Then think the worst for (some of) humanity that wastes time, thus maybe killing people - then take the lesson that these books teach - If you need an ambulance, say for chest pains, then call... you will not be wasting someone's time... if you have cut your finger, got a cold, are drunk and need a lift home, or just plain annoying.... call someone else, or.. get a plaster, take cold remedy, call a taxi and sober up, or become a stand up comic....

To end. Buy this book, read it - Learn from it. (oh, and laugh, cry and enjoy)
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant Book! 5 Sep 2011
By Davey
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As someone who has had to rely on the ambulance service to save my life on 3 separate occasions, this book was an utterly fascinating and compelling read and served to make me respect and admire these exceptional men and women even more than I already did.
Some stories were hilarious whilst others were truly heartbreaking. A brilliant insight into the world behind the 999 calls. Highly recommended and easy to read.
If you enjoy tales about the emergency services, then I would urge you to read Police, Crime & 999: The True Story of a Front Line Officer.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book
I bought this for a relative that never reads a book and he just sat down and read it end to end!! He said it was excellent. Very well written.
Published 1 month ago by Penylan
5.0 out of 5 stars A 'hop on hop off' insight into ambulances.
An exceptionally well written insight into the vital work most of us spend most of our lives ignoring. Read more
Published 4 months ago by A. Keith
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
I work as an EMD. This book had me thinking that all members of the public should read it. And some control staff too. Very very funny :) thank you for writing it.
Published 4 months ago by emma griffiths
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book
Loved this book from start to finish. I was pleased it was quite a lengthy book with interesting stories from the control person we contact when we need an ambulance. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Dolly
5.0 out of 5 stars AN EXCELLANT BOOK
GOT TO SAY THIS BOOK WAS ENJOYABLE IN LOTS OF WAYS SUZI WROTE CLEARLY ABOUT ALL THE INCIDENTS THAT TO PLACE AND INCLUDED LITTLE PIECES ABOUT HOW AT TIMES IT RUINED HER SOCIAL LIVE... Read more
Published 11 months ago by MR GARY KENNETH WARNER
4.0 out of 5 stars Nee Naw
Bought this book for my son in law who is a paramedic officer in Australia. He has read most of it and has enjoyed all of the subjects It will be passed round the rest of the crew... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Austin H. Pye
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
A fantastic insight to Suzi's work at the Ambulance Control Room. Although I have never worked for the Ambulance Service or NHS, I have worked for HM Prison Service and Suffolk... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Jackie
4.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
Loved this book... hot on the heels of reading 'Police,Crime & 999' and the more intelligently written and highly descriptive 'Hospital Beat'. Brill.
Published 12 months ago by Pete
5.0 out of 5 stars Nee Naw: Real Life Dispatches From Ambulance Control
An absolute brilliant read, and fascinating insight into the LAS. I couldn't put the book down from wondering what was going to happen on the next shift !! Read more
Published 13 months ago by Chris
5.0 out of 5 stars Rattled through this at the speed of a 999 call
Suzi's book is initially about her experience as the first point of contact - the person at Ambulance control answering the 999 calls from the desperate to the nutty and all points... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Bryan Jones
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