PAR, Amazon Reviewer
February 5, 2022
Format : Paperback
5.0 out of 5 stars
Captivating!
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2022
This an endearing read of a young boy who grew up poor in a village in Malaysia. He studies hard, prays hard, and works hard. Dr Andrew C S Koh shares with the reader his truthful and insightful journey into the life of a doctor. He writes in an easy, engaging, interesting manner that will keep the reader engaged. Dr Koh shares stories about his childhood, education, a career in different towns. He shares his marriage, family, loss of friends, close encounter with paralysis, travels, and his love for the Bible. This book will take you on a roller coaster ride through the turbulent time tunnel from 1952 to 2020, from Tanjong Malim across continents. From the times of pen and paper to telephones and computers, what a truly remarkable time to live in. An enjoyable book, one you will want to curl up with, and keep it to reread during times that you might feel that you are struggling. Dr Koh shares his life with the reader in the hopes that they might also feel joy and comfort from the life and guidance of the Christian religion. I recommend this book as perhaps a guide for those who might be struggling. I received this novel from StoryOrigin and this is my true and honest review.
Valentina, Good Reads reviewer, USA, 6/1/22
5.0 out of 5 stars
Memoirs of a Doctor is an inspirational and heart-warming book about faithfulness to God. A book that reminds us to stay strong when the days are hard. Dr. Koh reveals moments of his life in a motivational, educational and engaging way. A book that you will keep in the back of your mind. Great and easy read.
Bob, Amazon Reviewer, USA
4.0 out of 5 stars
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A truly Malaysian experience
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2021
Dr Koh provided glimpses of his life through the years in a short, loveable, and easy-to-read book. I enjoyed his reminiscing about the kind of life he used to live in the cities and villages in Malaysia before the arrival of social media. His varied experiences as a government, private, and military physician were a novelty to read as well. I would have wanted him to elaborate more on some of the key events in his life, so perhaps there's room for a sequel or version 2.0?
Dr. Andrew C S Koh, is a writer, independent publisher, blogger, and retired cardiologist. His first book, Memoirs of a Doctor, told the amazing story of his spiritual journey and full recovery from a serious accident that paralyzed him from the neck downwards. Today, he is a flourishing writer with 28 books published within two years. Andrew lives in Malaysia. He enjoys a premium cup of coffee on a warm sunny day.
I sat so merry in my abode
Loving hands around me
I dreamt of such glorious days
One day i would see
I remember the day I left
My room
I closed the door behind me
One quick look again
Then walked away
The room which would always remind me
The glorious days I had dreamt
I did merrily spent
How little did I then know
Life turns on a dime
My room is now not as it was
When I closed the door
Behind me
My room now is a prison
But not how one would invision
It is one of sorrow and grief
Sadness burns into the bare walls
I catch my breath
And weep
Why did thou'st doth betray?
The room which once embraced me
I ask with riddled heart
Jagged and torn
Which wicked riddles have I thus sought?
I sit still
I am now my room
No dreams as once before
I age before my open door
In my room long ago
I sat merrily in my loving abode
Loving hands did hold me
All gone
My room and myself
Now one
Two thrust to be together
Forever
Alone