"Sharon McGroder's Swim or Die is an honest and thoughtful account of a mother's journey navigating a son's illness, while grappling with a genetic disease and scars from her own childhood that come back to haunt her . . . A beautiful story about love, family, and thriving against all odds. Inspirational!" —Anna Greka, MD, PhD (Dr. Greka is a physician-scientist whose groundbreaking research may lead to a treatment for ADTKD, the second most common genetic kidney disease in the U.S.)

“The author details the ups and downs [of Lyme disease] that families face with amazing description, facts, and emotions. Swim or Die is a must-read for patients with Lyme disease and their caregivers.” —Christine Reading, mother of a teenage daughter suffering from Lyme disease “The real-life personal drama of a family impacted by chronic Lyme disease.” —Samuel Shor, MD, FACP, former chair, Loudoun County Lyme Commission; Associate Clinical Professor, George Washington University Health Care Sciences

“A heartwarming read of resilience and perseverance. Sharon McGroder’s memoir illuminates ways our societal systems and policies can support rather than hinder one’s personal and professional journey. A timely example of the inextricable bond between parents and children and why supporting both together strengthens families across generations.” —Marjorie Sims, Managing Director of Ascend at the Aspen Institute and expert in two-generation approaches for advancing family economic security across generations.’