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“Aguirre writes clearly, concisely, and often cinematically…providing an accessible yet substantive look at memory science." Science
“The blend of science and deeply felt humanity will leave readers thinking about this one long after they finish.” Publishers Weekly
“Aguirre imbues descriptions of the book’s doctors, researchers, and patients with humanity…This is a fascinating window into the search of one scientist to connect the dots and make a difference.” Library Journal
“Moves with the roller-coaster speed of a first-rate suspense novel…A remarkable book.” Deborah Blum, author of The Poison Squad
“An engrossing overview…offering invaluable lessons about what we can do to protect our own memories.” Lynne Kelly, author of The Memory Code
“An engaging, suspenseful portrait of medical sleuthing…a delightful and informative read.” Marc J. Kaufman, director of McLean Hospital’s Translational Neuroimaging Laboratory
“Aguirre beautifully brings to life the people behind the research in this excellent and compelling story of medical discovery.” Bradford C. Dickerson, director, Frontotemporal Disorders Unit, Massachusetts General Hospital
“A fascinating look at how brains remember and forget…through compelling stories of both patients and their doctors.” Andrea Buchanan, author of The Beginning of Everything
“An intimate tale of sweeping importance, one that travels the mysterious pathways of the mind. This is a story of human frailty, heroic perseverance and, ultimately, hope. The result is a deeply reported, remarkable narrative.” David Baron, author of American Eclipse
“Moves with the roller-coaster speed of a first-rate suspense novel…A remarkable book.” Deborah Blum, author of The Poison Squad