Red Devil - A Memoir

For most of my life I have been blessed with excellent health. When I was diagnosed with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation at the age of 46, I had to get used to taking chronic medication like beta-blockers and anticoagulants. When I was diagnosed with prostate cancer at the age of 64 and one year later with Stage 4 Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, my world was turned upside down. The initial shock and disbelief were overwhelming, but it was through this harrowing journey that the idea for "Red Devil" was born.

What started off as a blog about my experiences soon turned into something more. This memoir is a deeply personal account of my battles with these life-threatening illnesses, the frequent hospitalisations and the gruelling rounds of chemotherapy that followed. It is a story of resilience, hope, and the power of the human spirit.

Throughout this book, I share the challenges I faced - physically, emotionally, and mentally - and the triumphs and personal growth that emerged from these experiences. The recurring themes of resilience, hope, and the stubborn will to live are woven throughout my story, reflecting the core values that guided me through the darkest times of my life.

"Red Devil", the title of this book, refers to one of the prominent chemotherapy drugs used to treat some forms of cancer, due to the red colour and dreadful side effects. This is more than just a memoir - it is an invitation to join me on an intimate and inspiring journey of survival, discovery, and self-reflection. It is my hope that my story will raise awareness of these conditions, inspire and offer solace to those facing similar challenges and shed light on the resilience of the human spirit.

I invite you to read this book and and embark on this journey with me.  Turn the pages to discover the incredible strength that emerges when faced with life's most daunting challenges.