The Prison Doctor
The Prison Doctor
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
United Kingdom • Contemporary
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Prison Doctor by Amanda Brown recounts the true experiences of a doctor working within the UK prison system. Brown provides insights into the lives and health challenges of incarcerated individuals, highlighting their humanity. The book describes her professional journey, ethical dilemmas, and the impact of her work on a diverse range of detainees.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Prison Doctor by Amanda Brown offers gripping and compassionate insights into life behind bars from the perspective of a prison doctor. Readers praise its raw honesty and vivid storytelling. However, some criticize it for being repetitive and lacking deeper medical details. Overall, it’s an engaging and thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read The Prison Doctor?
Readers who would enjoy The Prison Doctor by Amanda Brown are likely fans of true crime, medical memoirs, and behind-the-scenes narratives. Similar to those captivated by Adam Kay's This Is Going to Hurt and Kathryn Hughes's The Letter, they appreciate gritty, real-life stories with emotional and ethical complexity.
44,414 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Book • Nonfiction
United Kingdom • Contemporary
2019
Adult
18+ years
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