A Heart That Works: THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER as heard on R4's Desert Island Discs

I’ve been a fan of Rob Delaney’s since catching the first season of Catastrophe several years ago. Hearing of his son’s cancer and how willing Rob was to speak publicly about it was touching. Recently, after hearing Rob on a podcast (Fresh Air maybe?) I immediately bought the book, and read it in one sitting. Delaney is such a kind soul and so appreciative for the love and people he is surrounded by, it was a lovey read for such a gut-punching, life-altering event.The comedic bits had me laughing out loud and reading passages to my husband sitting nearby.As someone born and living in the US, I will say I am glad their family was able to receive such terrific health care, and really hope we are able to create a system like that over here one day.

This is a must a read.tears pouring down by page 8 I couldn't contain myself.and I am someone who hardly cries.I felt Rob's shattered heart through his words in this beautifully written book.Buy it now!

It is a beautiful story that made me cry and then consider how lucky I am to not have had these problems. My heart goes out to those that have suffered in the manner described In the book, the author writes about it courageously.

Devastating story of Rob's son, I lost count of how many times I cried reading this.

I read this book because I have always loved Rob Delaney as an actor and comedian, it is the most heartbreaking horrific tragedy but it was like sitting in a pup listening to him tell the story making you laugh (I am not sure how he does this!) and cry and learn how to be a better human. It’s such a beautiful way to honor the life of his son. Sometimes I don’t understand how humans can withstand such pain. He is a beacon of hope for people who have felt such great loss.