This book is a brilliant look at so many aspects of the world of medicine at a time where this field is under so much pressure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It begins by looking at 'heroes through time', starting with the Ancient Greeks; then it takes us on a journey through heroic women (I think this section fascinated me most of all), surgeons, discoveries and inventions, and germ busters. It then moves on to look at modern-day heroes, those in hospitals, out in the community and heroes in the field.
Throughout, the book is set-out in a visually appealing way with speech bubbles, illustrations, notes added and key words in bold - definitions of which can be found at the end of each section. The information on each person is interesting and informative but succinct so will hold the attention of even the most reluctant reader - it also makes it easy to dip in and out of. The writing style is accessible and friendly, and I very much like that such a wide variety of people have been included, from radiographers, midwives and cleaners, to hospice workers, physiotherapists and paramedics. The book allows children to understand that working in health care isn't just about being a doctor or a nurse (although they do the most amazing job - I have many friends who are doctors and I am in awe of each of them). I hope that this book and the positivity that radiates from the pages will help many children to discover a future career as a Health Hero and will continue to promote the idea that not all heroes wear capes.
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