Accidental Aid Worker

This is the tale of a woman who bravely opens doors and thus has astounding adventures and enlightenments. All in the context of what can only be called an adventure story and an extraordinary life. - Thomas Keneally

This amazing woman has lived four lifetimes of an ordinary woman and, in doing so, has made a huge difference to many hundreds, perhaps thousands, of lives... All I can say after reading Sue's story is, 'What a woman!'. She shows us how one person can make a difference in this world, and I am in awe that she has been able to accomplish so much. An inspiring book. - Chris Gibbons, supported by Di Morrissey

Accidental Aid Worker is an epic memoir, which touches many sensitive aspects of life, with which we all can identify. This unique journey is indeed rich, with memorable characters, events and sensitive reflections. - Professor the Honourable Dame Marie Bashir AD CVO

This poignant travel memoir, Accidental Aid Worker details the adventures, challenges, doubts, and tribulations Sue experiences as she finds herself immersed into the humanitarian and development world. The book extends far beyond the aftermath of the tsunami though. Through her experience in Sri Lanka, Sue finds she has a passion and skill for community work. Sue is also a woman of the world, with skills in demand by corporations. The pressures of humanitarian and corporate work, including the physical and mental stresses thrown up when doubts surface about the worth of one's work and life, are a compelling theme of Accidental Aid Worker. It is a brave and honest book. - Robyn Hutchinson

What an amazing, honest, heartfelt, humorous and courageous book Sue. I am so proud of you for what you have achieved, endured, and overcome, both in your life in general, as well as in the writing and publishing of this part of it. You are truly an inspiration, as are the eclectic bunch of fellow "givers" that you have come across and formed relationships with over time. You all, both individually as well as together, help to reaffirm my idealistic faith that, for all of the greed, hatred, corruption and plain nastiness that we see in the world, there is also plenty of altruism, love, kindness, and simple goodness. - Lyn

That sprit and energy is what drives so many. I found myself fascinated by how someone who was a 'normal' non-aid person got involved in the whole affair. I was endlessly amazed at the determination you demonstrated to help people and it was a good reminder that that spirit and energy is what drives so many of the people who donate to these emergencies. - Nate Rabe

I just finish Accidental Aid Worker. Much enjoyed, thanks for the journey. Renewed faith and hope for human decency in a cold world. - Dennis

I just finished your book about an hour ago, it was one of those books where I had only a few pages to go but I did not want to keep reading as I didn't want the journey to end. Thank you for this amazing journey and telling your story. - JS