Lifeblood: Unabridged Audiobook by Mina Holland
Lifeblood is Mina Holland’s unabridged audiobook memoir about caring for her daughter Vida after a diagnosis of Diamond Blackfan Anaemia, a rare and life-threatening blood disorder. Its 7-hour-20-minute narration is read by the author and follows the family’s experience through illness, love and community.
At a glance
- First-person account of Vida’s diagnosis with Diamond Blackfan Anaemia and its effect on her family.
- The author narrates the unabridged audiobook.
- The story also explores family, hope and community.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Author narration gives the memoir a direct first-person presentation.
- The unabridged format preserves the full audiobook edition, with a stated listening length of 7 hours and 20 minutes.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 7 hours and 20 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Mina Holland |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Mina Holland |
| Publisher | W. F. Howes Ltd |
| Publication date | 19 Jun. 2025 |
What to know before buying
- The memoir addresses a child’s serious illness and may be emotionally difficult for some listeners.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners seeking a personal memoir about parenting a child with a rare, serious illness.
- Audiobook listeners who prefer author-narrated, unabridged memoirs.
Less suited to
- Listeners looking for a light or purely medical reference rather than a personal family memoir.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lifeblood about?
It is Mina Holland’s memoir of her daughter Vida’s diagnosis with Diamond Blackfan Anaemia and how the serious illness transformed family life.
Who narrates the Lifeblood audiobook?
The listing names Mina Holland as both author and narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 7 hours and 20 minutes.
Is this edition abridged?
It is listed as unabridged.
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