Beyond My Control: One Man's Struggle with Epilepsy, Seizure Surgery & Beyond (Stuart Ross McCallum)
An emotional story told from Mr. McCallum's experience. From the beginning before his diagnosis, during (his) treatment and the ultimate surgery, Beyond had my full attention. Told through Stuarts voice, he takes us on the journey of life with seizures, the fears, the hopes the disappointments. Very informative and encouraging. One courageous man, left me feeling I can overcome any obstacle life throws my way. Fantastic read, from a wonderful man. I Highly recommend to everyone. I do hope to see more work from Stuart Ross McCallum. ( )

A wonderful book about Mr. McCallum's battle with epilepsy. The most engrossing memoir I've read in a long time. ( )

Wow! This book is a fascinating read of Stuart McCallum's experience with Epilepsy. I must admit that I knew very little about Epilepsy before reading this book, only that it was a condition causing random seizures. This is such an important book because it documents one man's experience of this very cruel condition which will help others who are going through the same or similar problems, and anyone who has a loved one battling against this condition. On a wider scale, it is also a story of great courage, strength of character, faith and determination. The great thing about this little book is that Stuart McCallum is a very ordinary man, he doesn't have any great or mysterious character traits which would set him apart from you or I, and he tells his story in a way that can be understood by everyone. It could be anyone's story; everyone struggles in one way or another in life — we all have our cross to bear. Stuart's story is valuable as a lesson to us all that the human spirit is capable of facing many adversities and surviving. Most of all it is a message to never give in, and to carry on enjoying life, being grateful for what you have. It is not bogged down in medical detail, but does explain the ins and outs of the condition very well. It is written with humour, showing how this courageous soul was able to come out of life threatening surgery and retain a very positive view of life. I really enjoyed reading the book and congratulate Stuart McCallum on writing such an inspirational book about his journey. It was very well written, and even though there were a few editorial issues, these did not distract from the story because it is a very fast paced read ( )

This is a book about one mans struggle with Epilepsy... I do not have Epilepsy nor do I know anyone personally who does. With that said- The author makes the reader feel as if they are asking him the questions and he is simply answering. I intended on reading one chapter, however, that one chapter turned into reading the book in its entirety. Within 6 hours I had been on an emotional rollercoaster ride that will probably stick with me for a lifetime. I felt the book was so good that I passed it on to my mother... normally, she passes them to me. I feel that is the highest compliment I can offer to this author. 5 stars easily! It will not surprise me at all to find this book among the top sellers list. ( )

This is an interesting story though I wish McCallum had told a little bit more about how the experiences his family, employees, and customers had in regards to his epilepsy; I think they would have interesting stories to tell as well. ( )