This may not be a pity memoir, but it is captivating.
One day author Abi Morgan’s partner and father of their teenaged children collapsed due to a rare medical condition. After months in a medically induced coma where survival was often touch and go, he awakens only to believe Morgan an imposter posing as his partner. It’s not just that he didn’t recognize her, he knew who she was supposed to be, he recognized and accepted the rest of their family and friends, but actively disbelieved she was who she said. Who even knew that could happen?!
In This is Not a Pity Memoir play and screenwriter Abi Morgan chronicles with touching strength, honesty, and intimacy, her and her family’s experience with rare medical tragedy turning their lives upside down. It’s beautifully written and definitely one you should pick up if you appreciate this kind of memoir.
Thanks to Mariner Books for the advanced reading copy!
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