'I Am, I Am, I Am: Seventeen Brushes with Death' is a memoir like no other, where Maggie O'Farrell presents her life in a mosaic of near-death experiences. Each of the seventeen episodes offers a snapshot of different ages and life stages, unfurling intense and intimate tales that oscillate between fragility and strength. From a harrowing childhood illness to precarious encounters in adulthood, Maggie's stories converge to portray a life where mortality looms close but acts as a fervent reminder to embrace every heartbeat. The narrative threads a vivid journey through fear, vulnerability, and the precious nuance of existence, ultimately unfolding into a poignant testament to the indomitable will to survive and the power of resilience.