It is incredibly difficult to imagine the strength and courage that must be summoned to deal with an unthinkable situation. Yet, Martin Pistorius, author of ‘Ghost Boy,’ shares his account of how he defied the odds and kept himself from surrendering to the outcome most thought he was clearly headed toward: death. Pistorius’ memoir is one of endurance and loyalty to a cause that he finds dear and true: his own health and well-being. Without his tenacious attitude, his life may have turned out much differently.

It is terrifying to think that one can be locked inside his or her own body, but that was the case for Martin Pistorius. His attempts to break free from his confines and show his family – and the world – that he was capable of so much more than sitting in a wheelchair and being abused at the hands of so many who considered him nothing more than a waste of life, is one of the most telling and terrifying parts of his journey. It is terrifying because nothing can be scarier than not being able to fend for oneself, but Pistorius shows that even though he found himself the victim time and again, he did have many a person in his corner. His bastion of hope never truly wavered, as he had his family, as well as – at times – strong-willed and kind caregivers.

The path that Pistorius shares as the one he took as a means of eventually freeing himself from his own internal grip allows readers an illuminating look into his world. From smiles to laughter to tears, readers will experience Pistorius’ unwavering attitude as he struggled to find his way back to a life he felt would be worth living. It is a wonder and a testament to the faith one must have that his family remained there for him and he found love with his eventual wife, and love of his life, Joanna.

A gripping and sincere story, readers will find it hard to put down Pistorius’ memoir. His words will remain indelibly marked in the memories of those who read them.

You can find ‘Ghost Boy’ by Martin Pistorius here.