Twas the Nightshift Before Christmas
Twas the Nightshift Before Christmas
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
United Kingdom • 2010s
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Twas the Nightshift Before Christmas by Adam Kay is a collection of humorous and poignant diary entries based on Kay's experiences as a junior doctor working during the festive season. It highlights the challenges, sacrifices, and unexpected moments faced by healthcare professionals during this time, illustrating the human side of medical care at Christmas.
Humorous
Emotional
Melancholic
Heartwarming
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Twas the Nightshift Before Christmas by Adam Kay offers a humorous and poignant glimpse into the life of a junior doctor during the holiday season. Readers appreciate the witty writing and emotional depth, revealing the NHS's challenges and joys. Some find the content repetitive, but overall, it is praised for its honesty and heartfelt storytelling.
Who Should Read Twas the Nightshift Before Christmas?
A reader who enjoys Twas the Nightshift Before Christmas by Adam Kay likely appreciates humorous, poignant memoirs with medical themes. Fans of Kay's previous work, This is Going to Hurt, or aficionados of The Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor may find this book appealing too. It's perfect for those interested in a witty, insider look at the NHS.
68,682 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Twas the Nightshift Before Christmas by Adam Kay provides a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the life of a junior doctor working through the often chaotic and emotionally charged holiday season in the UK healthcare system.
The book follows the success of Adam Kay's first memoir, This is Going to Hurt, and similarly balances humor with poignant insights into the medical profession.
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It's structured around entries from Kay's diary during his time as a junior doctor, combining real-life anecdotes with reflections on healthcare challenges.
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Book • Nonfiction
United Kingdom • 2010s
2019
Adult
18+ years
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