Worth reading: If you are a fan of Top Gear then this is a good read.
Summary: Richard's battle back from brain damage and memory loss

I really like the BBC Top Gear series and was interested in the events surrounding Richard Hammond's crash while driving a jet-powered car. In his book, on the edge, he talks about the events leading up to the fateful moment and then his recovery after the fact.

What is rather interesting is the dual points of view. Richard's wife, Mindy, actually writes most of the book. It is from her point of view that we learn most of what Richard is going through. After all, he was suffering memory loss at the time and even now probably doesn't know what occurred during his recovery. As Richard is recovering we get both points of view, the frustration he shows at events and then subsequently, Mindy's view of the same situation.

Hats off to Mindy and the limitless support she has shown during and after his ordeal. If only we could all end up with a partner as strong as her. We also see the person who is "Richard Hammond" and insights into his family life.

What was also rather interesting was the tid-bits about James May and Jeremy Clarkson. I think the personas they portray as part of the very successful Top Gear show are not necessarily who they really are, and perhaps just what is needed to make the show the success it is.

To get a full appreciation for this book I recommend you watch the show and get an appreciation for the other characters. Richard's book is written for the fans.

Another Top Gear link.

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