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One of the most moving and inspirational books I've ever read about a remarkable woman. --Dancing on Ice judge Jason Gardiner
When this book arrived in the Lovereading office it was snapped up over 4 consecutive days by 4 different people. Each reader was moved to both tears and laughter and read it virtually in a sitting. Running Free is a moving and inspirational story of survival that celebrates life, friendship and sheer bloody-mindedness. Please do read it --Love Reading
When this book arrived in the Lovereading office it was snapped up over 4 consecutive days by 4 different people. Each reader was moved to both tears and laughter and read it virtually in a sitting. Running Free is a moving and inspirational story of survival that celebrates life, friendship and sheer bloody-mindedness. Please do read it --Love Reading
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Can you imagine being trapped in your own body? Able to see and hear everything going on around you but unable to move or speak - the blink of an eye your only way to communicate. Super-fit young mother-of-three Kate Allatt's life was torn apart when she became locked in her own body after suffering a massive stroke caused by a blood clot to her brainstem. Left totally paralysed and unable to speak, her chances of survival were 50/50 and doctors said she would never walk or talk again. She wanted to die. But her family and best friends willed her to live and with their love and support she channelled her sense of fun and fighting spirit into making a miracle recovery that amazed medical experts. Using a letter chart Kate blinked the words I will walk againA". Soon she was moving her thumb and communicating with the world via Facebook. Eight months later she said goodbye to nurses and walked out of hospital to return home and start training for her first run.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition
This is a book that I will think about and remember for a long time. We never know what's around the corner - Kate was fit mother of three when she was suddenly struck down by a stroke that left her whole body Locked-In. Her fight to gain back her life is truely inspirational. It made me question how I'd have reacted - her determination and resiliance is incredible.
It's an upbeat book that's written in an easy style - highly recommended.
It's an upbeat book that's written in an easy style - highly recommended.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Running Free' is excellently written and a perfectly well -balanced combo of 'Triumph Over Tragedy' and real medical facts. Kate's personal story is told in a no-nonsense writing style which immediately hooks you in from the moment she recalls waking up in hospital with Locked In Syndrome unable to communicate and feeling as if she has been buried alive, following a massive stroke. The reader is taken on Kate's journey to recovery and, as every page is turned, there is an incredible sense of hope and optimism despite the unimaginable daily battles she endures- and later challenges herself to win despite the odds. Kate shows the same stoicism and perseverance as her fictional fighting hero, Stallone's 'Rocky'. You just know Kate is going to make progress and prove the medical experts wrong because of her self belief, gritty determination and network of family, friends and supporters whose loyalty is unwavering. Kate tells it as it is with candid comments and real honesty and there are no saccharine-coated cliches......the story does not need them. You really couldn't make it up. It is quite surreal just reading about how Kate learnt to swallow, eat, talk and walk again and the comedic moments of humour which unexpectedly burst out of the pages here and there reveal the invincibility of the human spirit during the toughest of times. The love and commitment of Kate's three children, husband, relatives, friends and carers envelop her like a circle of strength and nurture her every day. Touch, hugs and positive words or simply having a friend wipe away tears of frustration really do make a difference. When months later Kate has progressed to using a hospital computer to access Facebook and tell others of her plight you realise the business acumen and integral instinct of Kate Allatt's personality to all who knew the digital marketing expert in her pre-stroke days has not been impaired in any way. In some ways Kate's bloody-mindedness is her saving grace as her voice reaches out across the internet and seemingly screams :"I am a stroke survivor, not a victim! '' Ghostwriter Alison Stokes must be applauded for picking up Kate's story via Facebook and throwing her a lifeline. The written words are far more powerful knowing that Kate was rendered speechless by the stroke. No doubt Kate's refound voice (and indeed the aims of her charity Fighting Strokes to provide information and support for patients, carers, health professionals and families) will resonate down the corridors of power- not to mention hospital wards- where other stroke sufferers and those who care for them learn invaluable lessons about strokes and Locked-In Syndrome. This book will be a valuable point of reference. Kate's inspirational story made me cry. Yet since finishing the book, I always aim for a 'my glass is half full, not empty' approach to everyday life.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book describes Kate's amazing recovery from a sudden and massive stroke leaving her locked in. it's not a common injury and most people won't have heard of locked in syndrome. Kate's book changes all that and describes how self determination, the support of family and friends and the thoughts and prayers of untold others gave Kate the courage to fight back and regain her rightful place at home with her husband and family. An inspirational book which will help others for years to come.
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This book is an excellent read..very emotional and will have you in tears but one book which i couldn't put down! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Georgie
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what a brilliant book - I am not a great book reader took me 3 days to read it!!! I really could not put it down!! Well done Kate for getting through your experience. Read more
Published 2 months ago by otter72
Totally inspirational
A must read.
Everyone should read this book to learn and have more knowledge and understanding of 'locked in syndrome'. Read more
Everyone should read this book to learn and have more knowledge and understanding of 'locked in syndrome'. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ms
Amazing
I can't add anything else to anything that has been said, what an amazing lady.
Be prepared to laugh and cry when you read this book.
Be prepared to laugh and cry when you read this book.
Published 5 months ago by mjc
Running Free Review
My dad had a stroke two months ago and although he is a lot older than Kate I found the book very inspiring and with lots of useful advice
Published 5 months ago by Sharne
A good account of coping with locked-in syndrome . A good read.
A really good book. I cried (Happy tears) through allmost all of the chapters. I'm a former lock-in survivor too and it's good to know that if people work hard enough and get... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Titch
Brilliant!
What a brilliant and inspiring book. I have no personal knowledge of anyone with this condition, but I am a runner and understand the drive explained by Kate! Read more
Published 9 months ago by Unpredictable
Invaluable
Thoroughly inspiring and moving. A huge ray of hope for all stroke sufferers but also contains advice for hospital patients and families generally. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Rosiereader
Running Free by Kate Allatt
This is a very inspirational book written by a remarkable woman. She had a massive stroke and woke up with "locked-in syndrome". Read more
Published 10 months ago by SeftonPark
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A superb read showing such strength of character and determination. I found this book to be informative too giving a greater understanding of rarely heard about Locked in... Read more
Published 11 months ago by carole
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