In this illuminating memoir, Momoko Uno shares her experiences during the recent COVID-19 pandemic and the impact of its subsequent travel and quarantine restrictions on her personal life. Fourteen Days follows Momoko's journey as she navigates her mother's terminal illness and her own emotional, physical, and mental well-being. After her mother's kidney transplant was rejected, Momoko found herself trapped in New York City, unable to go to Perth, Australia, to visit her mother. Eventually, she found her way to Perth, only to be put in quarantine for fourteen days. During this time, she was forced to confront her past trauma, food allergies, MCAS, and her relationship with her mother. As the days went by, she came to terms with her grief and loss and charted her own healing journey.
With her personal story, Momoko Uno captures the isolation and anxiety faced by many people all over the world during the COVID lockdowns in this captivating memoir. Fourteen Days feels deeply personal yet very relatable to anyone who went through the lockdowns and suffered the loss of a loved one. Momoko reveals her experience of quarantine, going through each day trying to overcome her own health issues while having the added anxiety of her mother on her deathbed in the hospital. Experiences like this have unfortunately been common for a lot of people during the pandemic. But ultimately, this is a story about healing, resilience, and perseverance. Personally, I found the book very inspiring and emotionally resonant. I highly recommend it to readers who enjoy stories about people who overcome seemingly overwhelming odds and find their path to healing and recovery.
The year 2020 will go down in history as the year of the COVID-19 pandemic. It was a time of great uncertainty, fear, and loss, as the world grappled with a new virus that threatened to upend our lives in every way possible. During this chaos, Momoko Uno’s memoir, “FOURTEEN DAYS: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Quarantine Hell,” offers readers a poignant and deeply personal account of her experiences during this unprecedented time.
The book opens with Uno’s daily commute on a New York subway in February 2020, where she receives the devastating news of her mother’s terminal illness. The author, determined to see her mother one last time, embarks on a journey from New York to her childhood home of Perth, Australia. But little did she know, her journey would be anything but easy.
When the COVID-19 pandemic swept the world, Uno was caught in the middle of a global crisis. As she crossed the world, she encountered travel bans, quarantines, and health concerns. Before she could see her mother in Australia, she had to spend fourteen days in quarantine. She struggled with the reality of her mother’s illness and the unpredictability of the world around her during this period of quarantine, which was difficult for her on both a physical and emotional level.
Through her memoir, Uno brings to light her experiences with vulnerability and honesty, offering readers a glimpse into the profound impact of grief and loss. She shares humorous and reflective anecdotes, providing a relatable and engaging narrative that draws readers in. Her writing is raw and authentic, capturing the range of emotions that come with navigating a world in crisis.
One of the most striking things about “Fourteen Days” is how Uno captures the emotional toll of quarantine. The author describes her days in isolation with vivid detail, capturing the monotony and the moments of despair. She writes, “Every morning, I woke up and wondered what day it was. And every day, it was the same.” But even in the darkest moments, she finds moments of light and hope, offering a message of resilience and perseverance that is especially relevant in today’s world.
Through her memoir, Uno invites readers to reflect on their experiences during the pandemic. She writes, “The world had changed, and so had I.” Her words resonate with readers who have also experienced loss, grief, and uncertainty during this challenging time.
“FOURTEEN DAYS: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Quarantine Hell” is a deeply moving and inspiring book that captures the spirit of resilience in the face of adversity. It is a testament to the power of love and the human spirit and a must-read for anyone impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It reminds us that there is always hope, even in the darkest moments.
