Books like this one - half memoir, half a showcase of a doctor's strangest cases - have been abundant on nonfiction shelves ever since Oliver Sacks invented the schtick with The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat, but this one really stood out to me both through a highly pleasant writing style and through an exceptionally human and humble voice of the author.

I usually enjoy books that detail just how fragile our relationship with “reality” is. This was no different. The detailed accounts of the various neurological conditions, their manifestations, and the patient stories kept me engaged.

We often take our experiences for granted, but this book helps open your eyes and raise awareness of all of your sensory input.

Interesting case studies but a little to sciencey for me

FASCINATING! As a recently diagnosed migraneur, I've been educating myself on various neurological issues. I was really glad that migraines were even mentioned several times in this book. These stories of neurological abnormalities are so interesting. Guy Leschziner is refreshingly humble, even admitting what no doctor dares to admit: they tend to see themselves as the "gold standard" of "normal", and anyone else experiencing the world differently is "abnormal". His self-awareness, intelligence, and obvious empathy combined with fascination make this a riveting read. I listened to the audiobook read by the author, and his voice is so soothing. I can only imagine what it would smell and taste like if I were a synesthete.

This is a remarkable look at neurology that is accessible to the average non-neurologist. Hey Guy, can you please be my neurologist?!