To Boob or Not to Boob - Liza L. Hernandez

This is the memoir of a woman’s personal journey in life from a diagnosis of breast cancer, to double mastectomy, to implants, and eventual removal of the implants in a flat closure procedure.

I enjoyed learning a bit about Liza’s history, family, fears, and joys. Her insight in dealing with her cancer as well as her tips and recommendations for those undergoing a similar journey is helpful as well as hopeful. This book would be a wonderful resource for anyone undergoing a similar experience.

thank you to netgalley, liza l hernandez, and victory editing netgalley co-op for the copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
i really enjoyed this read and while i haven’t had cancer, i have been a caretaker for someone with cancer and myself have chronic illness, i was able to make parallels as i read. the book is very digestible, even when tackling incredibly difficult subjects.
i especially enjoyed listening to liza’s ingenuity in adapting and the items they used to adapt and care for themselves. i think this portion of the book would be incredibly helpful for others with breast cancer- though i felt myself inspired to take better care of my needs and seek more options in my care as well. liza shows everything that helped her feel better and the places she shops. you can tell it was done with a lot of research, ingenuity and self care/empowerment.
the book also includes photos that show her journey and show examples or photos that added to the story.
i enjoyed hearing the stories of their dogs, though they were bittersweet- tw for pet loss for those who may struggle with that subject. the subject is also taken with the same positivity, love and poise that the rest of the book embodies.
this book takes on a positivity without being toxically so, and is honest while expressing hope and strength.
highly recommend this one!